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Learning From Competition BJJ Black Belts & Learning From Those That Don’t Compete

A few years ago, Keenan Cornelius made waves in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community by releasing a video criticizing a classic closed guard opening technique. He labeled the method—the basic closed...

Josh Waitzkin – Chess Prodigy & BJJ Black Belt – Talks #1 Thing That Made Marcelo Garcia Great

Josh Waitzkin, known for his prodigious chess career and later success in martial arts, recently broke down what makes Marcelo Garcia one of the most revolutionary figures in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu....

Jasmine Rocha Criticizes BJJ Black Belts Who Shame Students For Being Late To Class

Jasmine Rocha, daughter of renowned BJJ competitor Vagner Rocha, shared her thoughts on how coming to class late is treated in some Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies. Specifically, Rocha criticized the...

Considering TRT? BJJ Black Belt and Exercise Scientist Reveals How PEDs Can Take Years Off Your Life

In the ever-evolving world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the pursuit of excellence often comes with sacrifices, and for some, the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) has become an increasingly...

BJJ Black Belt Claims It Is Fair Play To Promote Yourself To Black Belt Level

Roland Sarria is a name that has become synonymous with controversy in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA worlds, largely due to his unprecedented decision to self-promote to black belt. For Sarria, the...

Jacob Barber – UFO Pilot Whistleblower – Is Also A Gracie University Black Belt

Jacob Barber – a U.S. Air Force veteran who recently drew national attention for his claims about a classified UFO retrieval program – is also a dedicated martial artist and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu...

Helio Gracie Black Belt Refused To Let Smokers Be Promoted To BJJ Black Belt Rank

In a discussion on ConnectCast, BJJ legend Francisco Mansor revealed his uncompromising stance on the role of martial arts instructors… Particularly his belief that smoking is unacceptable for...

Helio Gracie told his student he had to quit drinking coffee to get promoted to Black Belt

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the journey to earning a black belt is often regarded as a test of skill, perseverance, and personal growth. However, for Francisco Mansor, a Helio Gracie black belt, this...

BJJ Black Belt & Bodybuilder Dr Mike Israetel: “I’m Concerned If A Pro Strongman Gets Into BJJ”

Exercise scientist and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Mike Israetel recently shared a thought-provoking perspective on the potential impact of elite strongmen entering the BJJ world. During an...

Islam Makhachev Criticizes BJJ Black Belt Promotions: “You Have To Compete”

Islam Makhachev has once again voiced his opinion on the standards for earning a BJJ black belt in MMA – questioning the legitimacy of promotions for certain fighters. In his view, the current...

OG BJJ Black Belt Chris Haueter: “The Gracies Were Bullies”

The Gracie challenge matches hold a legendary place in martial arts history. Chris Haueter, an early Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu pioneer in the United States, recently reflected on this era. At a time when...

Veteran BJJ Black Belt Questions Gordon Ryan’s No-Gi GOAT Status: “Roger Did Much More”

In a recent podcast episode, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legends Rodrigo “Comprido” Medeiros and Leo Vieira delved into some of the sport’s most debated topics… Including the contentious question...

Jeff Glover Receives Criticism After Allegedly Sending Confrontational Messages To BJJ Black Belt’s Wife

Jeff Glover is facing backlash after allegedly sending a series of messages to the wife of another BJJ black belt, following a dispute surrounding a seminar. Details about the disagreement between...

Craig Jones On Mat Time-Based BJJ Black Belt Promotions: “The Cloth Validation…”

Time-based belt promotions are always a point of discussion among BJJ practitioners worldwide. Should someone be promoted to the next belt level simply because they have been training for an x amount...

MMA Referee Mike Beltran Promoted To BJJ Black Belt

Veteran MMA referee Mike Beltran has reached an impressive milestone in his martial arts journey… Announcing that he has earned his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt! He was promoted by Professor...

Dr Mike Isratael, Prominent Fitness YouTuber, Promoted To BJJ Black Belt

Dr. Mike Israetel, widely respected for his contributions to exercise science and sports medicine, has reached a significant milestone in his martial arts journey… By earning his black belt in...

Jeff Glover Criticizes Modern BJJ Black Belt Promotion Standards

Jeff Glover recently sparked a heated conversation in the BJJ community, with a critique about the perceived decline in the standards for black belt promotions. Glover voiced his concerns, lamenting...

Wrestler Pat Downey Announces his Goal: ‘To Become the Fastest-Promoted BJJ Black Belt Ever’

Pat Downey, a decorated All- American wrestler and rising star in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has embarked on an ambitious quest to become the fastest American to earn a black belt in the sport. Leveraging...

Roland Sarria Explains Why He Promoted Himself to BJJ Black Belt and the Backlash He Faced from Brazilians

Roland Sarria, a pivotal figure in Arizona’s combat sports and founder of the Rage in the Cage MMA event, recently shared his story on the Lytes Out Podcast. His decision to self-promote to...

Old School Black Belt Roland Sarria’s Revelations on Why He Left Rickson Gracie’s Gym: ‘It was a Cult’

In a recent and revealing discussion on the Lytes Out Podcast, Roland Sarria, a pioneer in Arizona’s combat sports scene and founder of the legendary Rage in the Cage MMA event, shed light on why...

[WATCH] New Jiu-Jitsu Promotion Organizes Matches Between Black Belts – In Suits

A recent grappling match has led the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community to raise their eyebrows… Not because of flashy techniques or surprising outcomes – but because both competitors were dressed...

Qatar BJJ Academy Promotes First Female Black Belt Trained Exclusively with Women

In a groundbreaking moment for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu  and the global martial arts community, the Qatar BJJ Academy has celebrated the promotion of its first black belt who has trained exclusively with...

Mixed Martial Arts Legend Cat Zingano Promoted To BJJ Black Belt

Cat Zingano has just been awarded her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt by ATOS founder Andre Galvao! A pioneer of women’s MMA, Zingano competed in an era when women’s divisions were absent from the...

Should You Be Able to Earn a BJJ Black Belt Without Wearing a Gi?

Few topics in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu spark as much debate as belt promotions. The journey from white to black belt is a defining aspect of every Jiujiteiro’s experience, symbolizing years of...