Giancarlo Bodoni Says White Belts Should Learn Heel Hooks: “Not More Dangerous Than A Kimura”
Feb 22, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
While some traditionalists caution against early adoption of Heel Hooks in BJJ practitioner’s practice, ADCC medalist Giancarlo Bodoni says that even white belts should be taught them....
Giancarlo Bodoni Shares What It’s Like To Train Under John Danaher
Jan 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
A lot of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes would, if they had an opportunity present itself, like to train under John Danaher. However, what is it actually like to train under one of the best coaches of...
Giancarlo Bodoni To Replace Gordon Ryan At WNO 21 Match vs Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa
Nov 28, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
It’s just been announced that Giancarlo Bodoni will replace Gordon Ryan in what was supposed to be the main event of Who’s Number One (WNO) 21 – against Lucas “Hulk”...
Giancarlo Bodoni Has An Awesome Triangle Choke Setup From Closed Guard
Oct 06, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Remember that Hip Bump Sweep technique from Closed Guard, that you’ve probably learned during your very first white belt days? And how, if your training partner posts on the mat in the process,...
Giancarlo Bodoni Has A Great Knee Slice To Rolling Back Take Setup
Aug 20, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Knee Slice Pass is the bread and butter technique for many BJJ athletes. It works remarkably well with other passes and it offers you a chance to stay tight to your opponent while passing...
Giancarlo Bodoni Shows Two Effective & Easy Single Leg Takedowns
Mar 01, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
As we all know, the single leg is one of the most basic and high percentage takedowns in jiu jitsu. Whether youʼre standing on the ground, you need to incorporate the single leg takedown into your...
Giancarlo Bodoni Shows How To Escape The Dreaded Body Triangle Position
Feb 02, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Body Triangle in Jiu-Jitsu is one of the absolute worst positions you could end up in. Not only is your back taken, but you’re experiencing this tremendous pressure across your ribcage… That...
Giancarlo Bodoni Shows A Simple Outside Heel Hook Defense (From 50/50)
Jan 21, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Ah, the Heel Hook… Every submission grappler’s dream and nightmare at the same time – it just depends whether you’re on the giving or the receiving end of it. However, if your Heel Hook...
Giancarlo Bodoni Reveals Superb Arm-In Guillotine Choke Details
Jan 02, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
What’s your favorite submission? Sure, you may have a ton of submissions that you like to go for, but if you had to pick just one… Which one would it be? Well, for Ricardo Almeida – Renzo...
John Danaher Speaks About Giancarlo Bodoni: “Never Let People Underestimate What You Can Become”
Sep 24, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Not matter how dissatisfied with your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey you may be so far, there’s always going to be room for progress. For becoming better… And even for completely reinventing...
Surprising Triangle Choke From Closed Guard by BJJ World Champ Giancarlo Bodoni
Aug 09, 2020BJJEE
Let’s remind ourselves of the most important thing you need to do when you have someone in your closed guard: attack at all times. Many jiujiteiros make a mistake of holding a closed guard for a...
Two Effective Single Leg Takedowns by Giancarlo Bodoni & Bernardo Faria
Aug 07, 2020BJJEE
As we all know, the single leg is one of the most basic and high percentage takedowns in jiu jitsu. Whether youʼre standing on the ground, you need to incorporate the single leg takedown into your...
John Danaher on The Future of New Wave Jiu-Jitsu & the Rising Difficulty of ADCC
Mar 26, 2024BJJEE
In a recent interview at the Roka Performance Lab in Austin, Texas, Jiu-Jitsu coach John Danaher delved into various topics related to ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) and his team’s preparation for...
Nicholas Meregali vs. Matheus Diniz Set For UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6
Feb 17, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
It’s been announced that Nicholas Meregali is scheduled to face off against former ADCC champion Matheus Diniz – at UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6! The match will take place on March 3, in...
What’s Next For Gordon Ryan In 2024?
Jan 10, 2024BJJEE
Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...
Mica Galvão and Tainan Dalpra Shine at WNO 21 and Get the Finish; Check the Results
Dec 02, 2023BJJEE
Who’s Number One 21 was held on Thursday, November 30th in Austin, Texas. The main card featured several big name athletes competing in grappling matches. In the main event, Pedro Marinho...
How To Do Standing Back Takes In BJJ
Oct 29, 2023BJJEE
Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...
Luke Harris Shows An Anaconda Choke Setup From Front Headlock
Oct 24, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
While it has experienced a recent uptick in its popularity, the front headlock is perhaps the most under-appreciated position in all of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling. Although the...
These Front Headlock Tips Are Super Important (& Will Transform Your Game)
Oct 13, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Front Headlock is a very important position to master in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Why? Because it carries over not just to direct submission opportunities (i.e. the Guillotine Choke), but also...
Here’s A Great Way To Get To Front Headlock From Standing
Oct 05, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
While it has experienced a recent uptick in its popularity, the front headlock is perhaps the most under-appreciated position in all of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling. Although the...
Gordon Ryan Set To Defend Title Against Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa At WNO 21
Oct 03, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
On November 30th, 2023, Gordon Ryan will defend his heavyweight title – taking on Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa at WNO 21! This announcement came shortly after Ryan’s recent WNO title...
Kaynan Duarte Emerges Victorious at Polaris 25, Earns $30,000; Former UFC Champion Triumphs in Superfight
Oct 01, 2023BJJEE
Polaris 25, held in Wales, United Kingdom last Saturday (30), showcased a highly anticipated absolute GP with eight skilled athletes, touted as the “most lucrative prize in European grappling...
BJJ 101: The Standing Guard Pass
Sep 29, 2023BJJEE
Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...
Here’s A Simple Front Headlock Takedown (Anyone Can Do It)
Sep 03, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
While it has experienced a recent uptick in its popularity, the front headlock is perhaps the most under-appreciated position in all of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling. Although the...
