Josh Hinger: “Belt Ranks, Degrees, And Competition Wins Don’t Accurately Measure BJJ Success”
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Josh Hinger is one of the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes today… And he has recently received yet another acknowledgement for his successes – a promotion to the rank of a 3rd degree...
Is It WRONG To Submit Your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor?
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Photo by Daria Kochetkova Photography. IG: Tebezvonu. After you’ve been training for quite some time, there will come a moment or two when you’ll – to your surprise – have an...
The Vice Grip: A Perfect Way To Break The Armbar Defense
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The armlock or armbar is a submission that aims to hyperextend the arm into compromising positions. There are two basic types of armlocks – the straight armlock and the bent armlock. The straight...
Ricardo Almeida: “Don’t Be Lazy – Try To Work Around An Injury”
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
If you’ve ever been injured in BJJ, you know how frustrating it can be – because it inhibits your ability to train properly. However, something strange happens sometimes as a result of...
Ben Askren Reveals Why Retirement Is Difficult For MMA Athletes
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Retirement often doesn’t come easy to professional mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes… But why is it so? And why do some athletes move on to “the next thing” seemingly easy,...
UFC Veteran Jared Gordon Gets Promoted To BJJ Black Belt
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Jared Gordon, a veteran fighter in the UFC‘s lightweight division, has just been promoted to the rank of black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! He was promoted by none other than Mike Jaramillo, a...
Danielle Kelly Explains How To Know When (Not) To Tap Out
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Last year’s bout between Mikey Musumeci and Gantumur Bayanduuren has shown what can happen when you don’t tap out to a submission… Especially if it’s a Leg Lock, as...
Vinny Magalhaes Gets Inducted Into The ADCC Hall Of Fame 2024 Class
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Vinny Magalhaes has been announced as the latest inductee into the ADCC Hall of Fame – joining the prestigious 2024 class! The news were shared via social media: View this post on...
Nicholas Meregali Talks Sleeping With 100 Women: “Not Better Than Sleeping With A Woman You Love”
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Nicholas Meregali has never been the kind of athlete to shy away from sharing his thoughts on whichever topic it may be. And, well, one of his most recent posts had both given rise to discussion and...
Paulo Miyao Blasts BJJ Promotion That Offered Him $1000 To Compete
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Paulo Miyao, a renowned black belt competitor, has publicly criticized a leading BJJ promotion for its disappointing compensation offer… Just $1000 to compete. Given how popular, successful,...
Where To Begin? A Guide To The AJP Tournaments You Can Participate In Throughout The Year
Feb 01, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Kickstarted mid-November, the season 2023-2024 has only just begun and will go on providing thrills to fight fans and athletes all the way to the next ADWPJJC. Given that we now stand at a sort of...
GSP Highlights The Risks Of Overtraining: “All Sorts Of Problems…”
Feb 01, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The line between rigorous training and overtraining can often blur in the world of martial arts… And now, Georges St-Pierre – the legendary UFC champion – recently shed light on...
Mike Tyson Eyeing A Sensational Boxing Return – Against MMA Legend Fedor Emelianenko
Feb 01, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Mike Tyson, the legendary former undisputed heavyweight boxing champion, is reportedly in advanced discussions for a remarkable comeback fight… This time, the 57-year-old icon is eyeing a...
BJJ Legends Helio “Soneca” Moreira and Roberto “Gordo” Correa Promoted To Coral Belt
Feb 01, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Two great Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legends have recently been promoted to the rank of a BJJ coral belt – Helio “Soneca” Moreira and Roberto “Gordo” Correa! They were promoted...
Kade Ruotolo Targeting MMA Debut: “Get It Done By March Or May”
Jan 31, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Kade Ruotolo, the reigning ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Champion, is eyeing his next challenge… Yes, you’ve guessed it – he wants to fight MMA as soon as possible. As...
Major MMA Rules Change On The Horizon: 12-6 Elbows & Kneeing A Grounded Opponent
Jan 31, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Andy Foster, the Executive Director of the California State Athletic Commission, has taken it upon himself to change two critical aspects of the sport’s rulebook: the 12-6 elbows & kneeing...
Garry Tonon: “Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Saved My Life A Million Times”
Jan 31, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Garry Tonon emerged victorious in the first round against Martin Nguyen, in their ONE 165 match – winning via Rear Naked Choke. And, well, he’s crediting his success in the octagon to the...
[WATCH] High School Wrestling Match Ends In Mass Brawl
Jan 31, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
In a dramatic turn of events, a high school wrestling match between Oklahoma’s Elgin and Tuttle ended in a mass brawl. The fight took place during a heavyweight match at Tuttle, where Elgin...
This “Bear Hug” Throw Works Great In Self Defense
Jan 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The ultimate position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Yup, you know it – taking the opponent’s back. Whether it’s while on the mats or while standing, when you take the opponent’s back… They’re...
Fabio Gurgel: “A Coach Shouldn’t Feed The Athlete’s Ego”
Jan 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
What makes for a good Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach? Well, Fabio Gurgel believes that there is no “big secret”. You have to invest time and effort into your craft, plus provide opportunities...
AJP Resumes Its Tournament Calendar With Internationals In Croatia, Brazil, And The USA
Jan 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
After the ADGS Tokyo kicked off this year’s calendar of AJP tournaments last weekend, the organization has resumed its weekly events, starting with three internationals in key locations around the...
The Difference Between ‘Regular’ & Dagestani Grappling: “If You’re On Your Back, You’re Losing”
Jan 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Have you ever wondered, what it would be like to grapple with athletes from Dagestan? If you have the chance to experience that, you should definitely go for it – because there’s nothing...
BJJ & Judo Black Belt (And Former Navy SEAL) Shows How To Deescalate A Violent Situation
Jan 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Almost everyone will find themselves in a (potentially) violent situation at one point in their life… And in that moment, it’s important that you know how to deescalate it. Jason...
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...
