Fighter Profile: Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu
Rarely does a name become so synonymous with a sport as Cyborg in Bjj. Whether you know the fighter or just the name, odds are you’ve heard of him in
Sports that Aid BJJ Development
BJJ is a sport that draws from many different martial arts. As a result, there are many Sports that Aid BJJ contributing their techniques and aspects which can help in
Cyborg Shares The Meaning Behind The Belt Promotion “Gauntlet” In BJJ
You might have heard about the “Gauntlet” tradition in BJJ. It’s a popular and controversial tradition practiced in jiu-jitsu. In this piece, you’ll first learn about the tradition itself and
The Unspoken Rules of Jiu Jitsu
Are you starting your Jiu-Jitsu journey? Your instructor will brief you on all the rules and regulations in the first class. From no shoes on the mat to being respectful,
3 Simple Guard Passes Every White Belt Should Know
Guard passes are an undisputed essential aspect of Bjj. Without a strong arsenal of passes, even a student with excellent submissions and control will not progress in Bjj. Passes are
The BJJ Belt System Explained
Belts are a unique aspect of many martial arts. They serve to demonstrate the ability of a student as well as their dedication to the art itself. Belts vary from
High Percentage Submissions from Side Control BJJ
When starting out in Bjj, the mount and closed guard are two key positions to learn and understand. For many white belts, side control is seen as a transitional position.
3 Chokes for Self-Defense BJJ
It goes without saying, that running away from a fight is always the best policy. When confronted with a potentially dangerous situation, the most important thing is that you get
Essential Advice for BJJ White Belts
There is a saying in Bjj that Black Belts are just White Belts that never quit. Ask any Bjj master and they will verify that statement. White belt is potentially
The 3 Essential Sweeps for Novices
Strong sweeps are an mandatory aspect of BJJ. A sweep is a transition from a bottom position to a top position (e.g. from closed guard to mount). Sweeps can take