Gable Steveson Teaches A Super Simple Double Leg Setup
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Double leg takedown is probably the most utilized and high percentage takedown in MMA. And it is not only used in that sport, but also in many others like freestyle wrestling, BJJ, grappling, sambo,...
Standup Comedian Jo Koy Trains Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Ivan “Highlander” Jennings, a Gracie Humaitá black belt, has had a unique training partner last weekend… None other than Jo Koy, who is one of the most popular standup comedians...
Gordon Ryan Defends Use Of Steroids In Professional Grappling: “You’re Helping Yourself Win”
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Last year’s match between Felipe Pena and Nicky Rodriguez stirred a lot of controversy – on whether or not Rodriguez has been greasing. Gordon Ryan, who spoke about the issue before, now...
Fabio Gurgel Says That Coaches Make The Mistake Of Focusing Too Much On Competition
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
There are a lot of things that BJJ coaches around the world could be doing better. You’re probably aware of one or two of them yourself. But Fabio Gurgel, one of the most influential people in...
Rafael Lovato Jr. Shares 10 Ideas That Will Make 2024 Your Best Year Yet
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Have you formed your New Year’s resolutions yet? You probably have… But did you start acting upon them? Have you started working on turning them into reality? If you haven’t then...
Slovakia Will Introduce MMA As A Physical Education Option In Schools
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: IMMAF Slovakia is set to change the landscape of physical education for school youth… As the Slovakian Mixed Martial Arts Association (SZMMA) recently announced that MMA will be...
Paige VanZant Shares Why She Refused To Sign With UFC & Took On An OnlyFans Career Instead
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Paige VanZant, once a promising young talent in the UFC, made a significant shift in her career path – choosing not to re-sign the contract with the world’s best-known MMA organization so...
John Danaher’s Sage Advice To A BJJ Kid: “Your Long Term Goal Is…”
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to improve your Jiu-Jitsu, it’s often best to listen to the advice of people who are, well, among the best in the Gentle Art – both athletes and coaches alike. Especially if...
ADXC 2: Ffion Davies & Luana Pinheiro Lead The Grappling Co-Main Event In Abu Dhabi
Jan 08, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The countdown for the second edition of the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC) has officially begun! Scheduled to take over the Mubadala Arena on January 19th, the tournament has been steadily...
[WATCH]: Gilbert Burns & Roberto Jimenez Train Jiu-Jitsu Together
Jan 08, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Gilbert Burns, a renowned name in the UFC welterweight division, and Roberto Jimenez – a name well known in the BJJ circles – have recently trained Jiu-Jitsu together… And even got...
Belal Muhammad Shares His Grueling Training Regimen In Dagestan: “It’s An Uncomfortable Feeling”
Jan 08, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
With his eyes firmly set on the UFC Welterweight Championship, currently held by Leon Edwards, Belal Muhammad is leaving no stone unturned – and that includes giving it all in training. During...
Inside Nicky Rodriguez’s Home Gym: “This Builds Mental Fortitude”
Jan 08, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Nicky Rodriguez, the B-Team Jiu-Jitsu standout, recently opened the doors of his private home gym – offering an exclusive look into the training tools he uses to further reinforce his success...
Wellington “Megaton” Dias Explains How He Maintains A High BJJ Technical Level For Decades
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, few names resonate as profoundly as the celebrated Wellington “Megaton” Dias. He’s been a top competitor for years – and has maintained...
Ffion Davies Set To Battle Amanda “Tubby” Alequin In WNO 22 Flyweight Title Defense
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Ffion Davies is gearing up to defend her flyweight championship title – against Amanda “Tubby” Alequin, at the upcoming Who’s Number One 22 event! WNO 22 is scheduled for...
Garry Tonon: “I’m Not A Proponent Of ‘Sport Jiu-Jitsu'”
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Garry Tonon recently pointed out a common issue faced by “sport Jiu-Jitsu” practitioners… That, in sport settings, BJJ athletes often find themselves unprepared when caught in...
Tool’s Maynard James Keenan Promoted To BJJ Black Belt
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Maynard James Keenan – an American progressive metal singer, songwriter, musician, record producer, winemaker, and actor best known as the vocalist for Grammy Award-winning American progressive...
John Danaher Explains How To NOT Get Smashed By Younger Athletes
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Are you an older BJJ student? Perhaps you’ve just started out and are wondering how you should go about it. Or maybe you’re someone who has some experience in training already, but are...
How To Compete With Younger Athletes In Jiu-Jitsu? John Danaher Explains
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Do you find yourself as an older Jiu-Jitsu student? Perhaps you’ve just begun your journey and have some questions. Or possibly, you have a bit of experience already but aren’t certain...
Don Frye: “I Didn’t Need Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Because It’s Just Watered-Down Judo”
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Don Frye is a mixed martial arts legend. Known popularly as “The Predator”, he was one of MMA’s earliest well-rounded fighters. That well-roundedness helped him win the UFC 8 and...
ADXC 2: Pablo Lavaselli & Espen Mathiesen Headline The Jiu-Jitsu Co-Main Event
Jan 06, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
With two weeks on the clock until the next installment of the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC), the time has finally come to unveil the second Co-Main Event that will take the tournament to the...
First Ever ADCC Youth Championship Announced: August 16th, 2024
Jan 06, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The submission grappling world is set to witness yet another groundbreaking event… As the Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC) has officially announced the launch of the first-ever ADCC Youth...
Rodrigo Cavaca On Gordon Ryan: “He Is More Superior Than Roger Gracie Was…”
Jan 06, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
In the world of submission grappling and Jiu-Jitsu, two names often dominate the conversation: Gordon Ryan and Roger Gracie. But… Who is better of the two – Roger or Ryan? Well, legendary...
Nicholas Meregali: “This Year I Will Compete In The Gi Without Training”
Jan 06, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Despite not focusing on training with a gi, Nicholas Meregali has set his sights on competing in the IBJJF Opens this year – to establish himself as the world’s best Jiu-Jitsu athlete....
Mikey Musumeci Rants On People Criticizing Butt Scooting: “You’re Just Wasting Time”
Jan 05, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
What are your thoughts on pulling guard and butt scooting in Jiu-Jitsu? Well, it appears that Mikey Musumeci has had enough of people criticizing both aspects. In a recent Instagram video, Musumeci...
