Eddie Bravo Believes Breakdance is The Absolute Best Base For jiu-Jitsu
Jul 01, 2020BJJEE
While many aspects of each individual jiu-jitsu journey are unique 10th Planet founder Eddie Bravo sincerely believes there’s an activity that provides by far the best base for bjj....
Lightning Victim Anoshirvan Parvazi Shares An Incrediblly Inspirational Jiu-Jitsu Story
Jun 28, 2020BJJEE
Anosihrvan Parvazi has a unique story. Back in 2005 he had the misfortune of being in an accident that beheaded his best friend and left him severely burned. Here’s how the accident happened in...
Not Sure Why You’re Training Any More? You’re Not Alone
Jun 27, 2020John Brashear
I’ve been training Jiu-Jitsu for some time now (approaching nine years) and lately I’ve been wondering what exactly compels me to do it. When I was younger, I wanted to be one of the best in the...
New Batman Robert Pattinson is Training Jiu-Jitsu with Rigan Machado
Jun 20, 2020BJJEE
Over the years jiu jitsu has become the refuge of many A listers – among them Guy Ritchie, Ashton Kutcher, Chuck Norris, Paul Walker, Scarlet Johanson and others. Looks like one of the...
The Ultimate Guide to Additional Gear Required for Jiu-Jitsu
Jun 19, 2020BJJEE
When beginners start up they’re usually aware that they need a Gi but what they often learn along the way is that there’s plenty of other trinkets necessary to make the jiu-jitsu journey...
These 5 Types Of People Annoy Everyone At a BJJ Academy
Jun 19, 2020BJJEE
BJJ is a unique sport in many regards. One particularly interesting aspect is that it’s mostly practised by adults who have settled into their lives opting into a certain lifestyle willingly....
The Role of Obsession in Jiu-Jitsu Success and in Life
Jun 18, 2020BJJEE
photo by Banejitsu Anybody can try something but not everybody has the right aptitude to be great at anything. This is something that can relate to each and everyone’s grappling journey as well...
Scientific Evidence Suggests Martial Arts Reduce Sensitivity To Pain
Jun 17, 2020BJJEE
Pain is unavoidable aspect of the jiu-jitsu experience. Much like in many other martial arts it plays a significant role in every aspect of training. How does that alter the life experience? There...
Jiu-Jitsu for Law Enforcement – Official Gracie University Intro Class
Jun 15, 2020BJJEE
It’s long been believed that every law enforcement officer should know jiu jitsu. A skill that will enable them to both save their lives and the lives of potential people they come into contact...
Gracie Breakdown: Expecting Cops to Fight Crime Without Proper Training, is a Crime in Itself
Jun 15, 2020BJJEE
Often times online we see videos of police officers who are unable to live up to the challenge of their job takes to improper training they receive. Rener and Ryron’s Gracie Breakdown just...
Concussions And Jiu-Jitsu: What You Should Know
Jun 14, 2020BJJEE
Concussion is a traumatic brain injury that alters the way the brain functions. While the effects are usually temporary they can include a variety of symptoms all involving cognitive functions,...
Setting Traps That Will Keep You Mobile and Advancing Positions in BJJ
Jun 13, 2020BJJEE
Being big when starting out bjj can be a bit of a crutch. Naturally often one would develop a good pressure oriented gameplay that favors getting so side control and slowly subduing the opponent from...
Ki Master Takes Massive Hit To Groin From MMA/K1 Fighter
Jun 13, 2020BJJEE
Please do not try this at home. Kirby Roy is Karate Ki master who decided to show the effectiveness of his art by taking a huge hit to the Adam’s Apple and to the Groin from massive MMA/K1 fighter...
Are you superstitious? How does it affect your grappling?
Jun 12, 2020BJJEE
A little while back before the infamous Aldo v McGregor match there was no octagon staredown during promotional duties. Apparently Aldo is superstitious and he wouldn’t step into the octagon except...
What They Don’t Tell You About a Herniated or Bulging Disc
Jun 12, 2020BJJEE
Herniated discs are a very frequent injury in longtime jiu-jiteiros. In general any kind of spinal injury or malformation is enough to concern anyone with rudimentary medical knowledge. But is it...
How To Identify Muscle Knots And What To Do About Them
Jun 11, 2020BJJEE
Photo: © Piotr Pędziszewski/PitBullWestCoast https://www.facebook.com/PitBullWestCoast https://www.facebook.com/piotrpedziszewskiphotography Almost every sport takes its toll on the body, but...
Story Behind Fedor’s Magical Sweater Revealed
Jun 11, 2020BJJEE
Former Pride Heavyweight champion Fedor Emelianenko has a peculiar myth tied to him. The tale of the Glorious Sweater of Absolute Victory. In fact the sweater design has become so famous it even has...
John Danaher Details The One Attribute That He Actively Pursues In his Students
Jun 10, 2020BJJEE
In bjj you often hear about certain attributes needed for success. Whether you’re a coach or a hobbyist there’s a certain hierarchy of attributes that are desired to have in order to make...
How and When to Use the De La Riva Guard?
Jun 07, 2020BJJEE
What the De La Riva Guard is, is an open guard. Usually it’s utilized when someone is doing standing passes. The reach makes De La Riva ideal for this type of situations. Other option for...
Former Marine Uses Jiu-Jitsu As A Way To Gain Mental Freedom
Jun 07, 2020BJJEE
Military personnel often struggles with mental issues upon returning from service. Such was the case with former US Marine Robert Consulmagno from jersey City. Consulmagno was seeking a peace of mind...
John Danaher Breaks Down His 4 Part System’s Based Approach To Jiu-Jitsu
Jun 07, 2020BJJEE
John Danaher is one of the most interesting contemporary jiu-jitsu figures. Over the years we got to know his philosophies and his system in some detail but he’s now opted to share the...
Danaher outlines 4 Mechanical Principles You Need To Understand To Vastly Improve Your BJJ
Jun 07, 2020BJJEE
Anyone who follows the illustrious BJJ coach John Danaher on Instagram can attest to the many wins his squad has garnered over the past few years. From Garry Tonon winning his 5th EBI title to Gordon...
[Video]: Shopkeeper uses Elegant Judo move Against Drunk Vandals who Kicked the door of his store
Jun 07, 2020BJJEE
A shopkeeper didn’t take it too kindly when 2 young men who were intoxicated according to reports punched and kicked the door of his store. He opted to put them both down. The incident was...
John Danaher’s Talks About His Best Moves That He Uses When Practicing Jiu Jitsu & From His Bouncing Days
Jun 05, 2020BJJEE
John Danaher is known as one of the best instructors in Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. The New Zealand born, BJJ black belt under Renzo Gracie has been praised by the BJJ community as being a master and brain of...
