Fighter Profile: Geo “Freakazoid” Martinez
Geo Martinez is a true prodigy of light weight grappling world. Aged 33 Martinez is the brother of well-known grappler Richie “Boogieman” Martinez. Geo was brought into the sport at
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The BJJ Belt System Explained
The BJJ Belt System is a commonality amongst many martial arts. Aside from indicating a person’s ability in the sport, they also serve to acknowledge the progress and dedication by
What Gi Color Should I Get?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is complicated enough without having to worry about a uniform. In Bjj, a full gi consists of a jacket, pants and a belt which indicates the person’s
The Best BJJ Fighters in the UFC
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been a fundamental part of Mixed Martial Arts since the very first UFC event in 1993. In that event, Royce Gracie of the fabled Gracie family
Why Is BJJ So Popular
The sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has exploded in recent years. Despite having a solid following for decades, Bjj has only recently established itself as a world wide sport amongst
What to Bring to BJJ Class
Whenever you start a new sport, there is always uncertainty as to what to bring to training. BJJ is no different. Although there is no equipment (balls, bats etc.), you
Jiu Jitsu Gi vs No Gi Explained
Jiu Jitsu is generally divided between two categories, Gi and No-Gi. The Gi is a traditional martial arts uniform that consists of a cotton jacket, pants, and belt. The gi
3 Essential Tips for new White Belts in BJJ
Starting out on your jiu-jitsu journey can be daunting. As with any new skill, there is a lot going on when you first step foot inside the door. Much of
Defending the Worm Guard
A few weeks ago, we published an article about why you should learn Defending Worm Guard. The guard was created and brought to prominence by Keenan Cornelius in recent years.
The 4 Most Important Lessons From BJJ
Although it has become more mainstream in recent years, Brazilian jiu-jitsu is still alien to many people and the core most important lessons from BJJ are underrated. From the outside,