JT Torres Shares Secret Details on Improving Your Bow & Arrow Choke
Feb 21, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
When you get to the nitty-gritty of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you’ll start understanding just how many details go into making a technique work. Sure, when you’re training against less...
Opponent Frames in Side Control? Go For The Knee On Belly
Feb 21, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
How often have you found yourself in a situation where you finally pass the opponent’s guard, and you start going for the Side Control… Only to find yourself immobilized by their frames?...
Actor Mario Lopez Competes & Wins BJJ Tournament with His Son
Feb 21, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
When it comes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, there’s no denying its effectiveness; no matter who you are, if you train, you will become good at it. It’s just a matter of commitment, effort, and...
Ana Carolina Schmitt: “Always Seek To See The Positive”
Feb 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
The path of Jiu-Jitsu, albeit exciting, is rarely an easy one. Fatigue creeps up on you, injuries surprise you when they’re least expected, and the motivation for training often fades in...
Andrew Wiltse Explains Armdrag Basics & Single Leg Setup
Feb 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
All takedowns are made equal… But some takedowns are more equal than others – especially if you have no wrestling background. That is to say: if you want to become comfortable on your...
Henry Akins Explains How To Make Your Side Control As Heavy As Possible
Feb 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Passing someone’s guard is hard enough, so once you finally get to Side Control – you want to be able to hold it without using too much energy. For, if the opponent escapes this position...
Caio Terra: “Jiu-Jitsu Is Not The Healthiest Thing To Do When You Do It Too Much”
Feb 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to succeed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – whatever “success” means to you – you’ll need to be willing to push through a lot of hard work and quite a bit of...
Bernardo Faria: “This Is The Coolest Technique I’ve Learned From Mikey Musumeci”
Feb 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Contrary to just a few years ago, the Leg Locks are a big part of any successful BJJ athlete’s game today. If you want to reap success, you’ve got to learn your leg-based submissions...
BJJ Champion Danielle Kelly Signs with ONE Championship
Feb 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Danielle Kelly, a 26-year old black belt, is known as an elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete. However, she’s been eyeing a transition to MMA for a while now… A goal, which now seems to have...
Fabio Gurgel: “There’s No Big Secret – You Have To Work Hard, Be Loyal And Honest”
Feb 18, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’re a BJJ coach/instructor/professor, then you’re probably on the lookout for ways to become better in your job. So, it would be wise to listen to the “tips” from the...
This Triangle Choke Setup is Good for MMA or a Street Fight
Feb 18, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re thinking of making a transition to mixed martial arts… Or perhaps you’re just wondering how you could use Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a “punching situation”, such...
Andre Galvao Teaches The Easiest Way To Open Closed Guard
Feb 18, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
There are numerous ways to open your training partner’s or opponent’s Closed Guard. However, you can’t just pick all of them; that is to say, you need to pick a handful of...
Neiman Gracie: “I Don’t Think I’m The Best Gracie MMA Fighter”
Feb 17, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Neiman Gracie has an upcoming fight on Friday, against Logan Storley at Bellator 274. In its anticipation, Neiman was a guest of the MMA Fighting‘s “Trocação Franca” podcast,...
Ethan Crelinsten Talks Lessons from Danaher: “Consistency & Discipline”
Feb 17, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Ethan Crelinsten, one of the top competitors that first formed their names through training in the Renzo Gracie’s Academy in New York, is now a part of the B-Team. However, prior to joining...
Keith Owen, 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt, Passes Away At 52
Feb 17, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Keith Owen, a 3rd degree BJJ black belt under Pedro Sauer, has passed away at age of 52 while attending Sauer’s camp in Brazil. He was also a former Sheriff’s deputy and a firearm...
“I’m A BJJ Hobbyist In A Class Full Of Competitors… What Should I Do?”
Feb 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’re like most people, you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu because it’s a fantastic way to de-stress, to learn a useful skill, to stay in shape, and to hang out with cool people. However,...
Andrew Wiltse Talks First Tournament Loss: “He F*cking Flying Armbars Me!”
Feb 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Andrew Wiltse is quickly becoming one of the best-recognized and most beloved grapplers of today. His no-nonsense demeanor has earned him tens of thousands of fans worldwide, while his aggressive...
The Head & Arm Throw Is A Must-Learn For All BJJ Athletes
Feb 16, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Training no gi is a fan-favorite for a lot of BJJ athletes. And not just because of the ground game; but also because of the fact that the stand-up game is sometimes easier, faster, and more...
The Step Over Pass – It Is So Simple, It’ll Make You Giggle
Feb 15, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Guard passing can get so difficult. If you’re rolling against a training partner who knows what they’re doing, then passing their legs and arm frames can often be much more tedious than...
How To Become More Aggressive In BJJ (If You’ve Never Been Aggressive To Begin With)
Feb 15, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
A lot of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students, when they first start out, have to learn how to “turn it down” a bit. That is, they have to learn how not to go too hard against their newly found...
Baret Yoshida Inducted Into The ADCC Hall Of Fame
Feb 15, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
The ADCC continues to add remarkable athletes to its Hall Of Fame lineup. And the latest inductee to join the ranks is Baret Yoshida! ADCC shared the news on their Instagram account: ADCC Hall of...
Lachlan Giles: “People Who Improve The Fastest Have A Goal In Mind & Take The Time To Drill”
Feb 14, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Lachlan Giles is one of those BJJ athletes that you just can’t help but to appreciate and respect. Not just for all of his successes on the competition scene, but also because of his general...
The Paper Cutter Choke Is Your New Favorite Choke from Side Control
Feb 14, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Let’s be honest – your Side Control mostly comes down to, well, controlling your opponent. You utilize it for transitions to Mount and North-South, but aside from that, there’s not...
Gordon Ryan: “There’ll Be Less And Less Brazilian ADCC Champs In The Future”
Feb 14, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan is known for his outspoken behavior. It’s safe to say that a lot of times, he shares his opinions just for fun – in order to get a reaction from the audience (or from an...
