ADCC is the biggest tournament in no gi grappling period.  It is the pinnacle of Submission Grappling.  ADCC 2017 was last weekend and there were so many incredible matches, submissions, upsets, and more.  We saw people rise to the top and we saw...

The leg drag is one of the most popular passes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu today.  Popularized by none other than the Mendes Brothers, the leg drag exploded in the Jiu Jitsu scene.  It is one of the most technical and effective passes you...

  In the earliest stages of our jiu jitsu training and study, it is easy to become used to thinking about techniques in isolation.  It's in our nature to work to understand all the details of a technique and try to compartmentalize them and...

A fundamental concept of jiu jitsu is efficiency.  By using leverage, the techniques of BJJ allow us to use the minimum amount of strength and effort for maximum benefit.  It is important to also apply this idea of efficiency to how one develops...

One of the great passes in BJJ that you can learn is the leg drag pass. When done correctly, it is a pass that will put pressure on your opponent and let you have total and tight control. The leg drag also allows for some interesting options such as back takes, and some submissions. But […]

There is a whole new generation of Jiu Jitsu champs right here from the good ole US of A. One of those champs happens to be JT Torres, from Atos Academy in California. Known for his crowd pleasing and active style, JT has become a fan favorite over the years and has brought home many […]