We spend a lot of time in training talking about techniques, whether it be submissions, or escapes or whatever the case may be.  What It seems does not get as much attention is drilling. To be more specific, drilling one slice of a...

The chatter has not ceased… Lachlan Giles is still one of the most talked about competitors from ADCC 2019. Coming off of an absolutely jaw dropping performance, Giles managed to slay three giants of the sport in the absolute division at ADCC. This...

  We’ve all seen Tom DeBlass look back at his opponents and smile when they try to apply a leg lock during a match. In fact, I’ve seen this smile before when training with DeBlass myself. Like a little cub trying to get...

We might have heard the saying that we can’t build a house without foundations and that’s also true for many other creative projects, including training in a martial art.  It can be easy to think of foundations or fundamentals as something that we...

There’s nothing like that feeling of coming home after a really great BJJ class or open mat.  Especially on those awesome days when things begin to click, the feeling is nothing short of elation. But then comes the letdown.  You pull into the...

  I have a love/hate relationship with the knee shield.   When I'm the one using a knee shield to block an opponent's guard pass or to stop them from smashing me, I love it. When someone is using the knee shield on me,...

  “The best fighter is someone who can adapt on any style.” ~ Bruce Lee We were never taught wrestling in school. In the land of ice hockey and poutine, Canadians completely lack the mat experience that our neighbours in Iowa, Ohio, Pennsylvania...

  With ADCC 2019 in the rear view mirror, it’s time to sit back and reflect on this year’s highlights, upsets, and standout performances. This years ADCC may have been the most eventful ever. The names, the action, the venue. They really outdid...

Right now the BJJ Fanatics team are hot off the back of an incredible performance at ADCC and we have a great video here of Bernardo Faria, Craig Jones, and John Danaher breaking down the submissions game.   For a start we have...

First we have to say a huge congratulations to Gordon Ryan on his incredible Double Gold performance at ADCC 2019!   Learn More. Win more! Today we will look at closed guard in no gi with Gordon Ryan. Typically closed guard is more known...

  After a historic weekend, ADCC 2019 comes to a close. I have personally never attended a BJJ event of this magnitude and it certainly did not disappoint. The upsets, the grudges, the crowning achievements of so many BJJ careers unfolded right before...

The general consensus in Jiu Jitsu is that full mount or back mount are the most dominate positions in Jiu Jitsu.  It makes sense, if you think about it. From full mount you have the advantage of being able to control your opponent...

  As expected, the first day of ADCC 2019 was packed full of memorable moments, upsets, and simply incredible performances from the world’s best BJJ athletes. IF you were in attendance, leaving your seat to eat or go to the restroom was just...

  UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Cannonier takes place Saturday, September 28th, 2019 at Royal Arena in Copenhagen, Denmark.  This event will mark the promotions first visit to Copenhagen, Denmark and will feature top middleweight standouts Jack Hermansson and Jared Cannonier in the...

Get the submission quick and easy with “Dean Lister’s Calf Slicer From Half Mount” Having the ability to pass the guard smoothly and quickly is something that we are always working on and continuing to develop.  There will be times along the way...