John Danaher’s Advice: “Live A Life Dominated By Routine”
Oct 11, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Here’s the truth: if you want to become successful in anything – including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – then that’s going to take some sacrifice. Sacrifice, not just in terms of the...
Gordon Ryan Explains What A Grappler Needs To Do To Be Successful In MMA
Oct 11, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Making the transition from submission grappling to mixed martial arts (MMA) is no easy task, to say the least… Because there are quite a bit of modifications and additions that you’ll...
Musumeci Was Fighting Illness In His Match Against Aoki: “You Have To Keep Going”
Oct 11, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci beat Shinya Aoki in their ONE Championship match a few days ago, in a remarkable way… With a submission that Aoki himself had popularized – the Aoki Lock! However, that...
This Back Take Is Perfect Against Training Partners Who Love To Invert
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Do you have a training partner or two who just love to invert and attack your legs… More specifically, Heel Hooks and Kneebars? If so, then here is a neat little back take that they...
Half Guard Passing: Flatten Your Opponent – And Make Your Job Easier
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to pass Half Guard, then it’s extremely important to flatten your opponent out. Not just because it negates their ability to attack you, but also because it will make their job...
Andrew Wiltse Explains Buzzsaw Passing (No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu)
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Are you a reasonably athletic person and have at least some experience training BJJ? Plus you don’t have anything against using your speed and explosiveness, coupled with sound technical and...
Felipe Pena Reveals How He Got His Nickname: “I Definitely Didn’t Like It”
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Felipe Pena is one of the most successful Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes of all time – and his matches never fail to entertain! But how, then, is it possible that his nickname is...
Nicholas Meregali Shares Wholesome Advice: “Bet On Yourself”
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to succeed, in whichever area of your life – be it on the Jiu-Jitsu mats, your career, family… Whatever – then there is one important thing you have to do. And that...
Gordon Ryan vs Diogo Reis: A Match In The Making?
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The last WNO edition (Who’s Number One 20) was a super exciting one, with lots of newly-crowned champions and those who kept their title! One of the most exciting competitors was Diogo Reis,...
Gordon Ryan Shows Super Important Jiu-Jitsu Armbar Details
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Sure, the Armbar does seem as one of the easiest techniques in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… But the truth of the matter is that there are a lot of details that you need to get right if you want to...
Lucas Leite Shows How To Do The Long Step Pass Against Butterfly Guard
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Having trouble passing Butterfly Guard in the gi? Don’t worry, you’re not the first (nor the last) one to experience this problem. But you’ll be happy to hear that there is a way...
Here’s How To Use The Front Headlock To Set Up The Kimura
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
So you’ve set up a Front Headlock from Butterfly Guard and you think you have a good squeeze… But then, your opponent starts defending – by grabbing your arm, to get it off of their...
BJJ Advice: Define The Goal & You’ve Won Half The Battle
Oct 09, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Okay, stop doing whatever you’re doing for a second. And think about your last training session. Think: what were you trying to accomplish during your rolls? What was your goal? If your answer...
Tom DeBlass: “One Of The Worst Things Men Have Done Was Accept Dad Bod”
Oct 09, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Why do you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? There is probably a multitude of factors involved… And one of them, probably, is staying/getting in shape. Which is a good thing – because...
Mikey Musumeci Talks Submitting Shinya Aoki: “He’s An Idol Of Mine”
Oct 09, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci beat Shinya Aoki via submission at ONE Championship a few days ago… By using a technique that Aoki was famous for – the Aoki Lock! Here’s the submission: View...
Here’s How To Do The Perfect Collar Sleeve Guard In Jiu-Jitsu
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Collar Sleeve Guard is one of the most versatile guards to play in Jiu-Jitsu – both because of the submission and sweep opportunities alike, but also because it ties well with other guards...
Rayron Gracie Shows A Great Way To Escape Side Control (& Take The Back)
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Getting stuck in Side Control is no fun… Especially against someone who knows what they’re doing and especially if you’re pinned down in the gi. Luckily however, there are some...
Craig Jones Shows A Cool Kneebar Setup – From Turtle
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Sure, the Turtle is a great position to be in defensively (at least before you transition to another one)… But you can turn it into an equally fantastic offensive position – if you know...
Bernardo Faria Shows How To Utilize Terrifying Pressure From Side Control
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
So you’ve finally passed the opponent’s guard and you’re now in Side Control – well done! However, now is not the time to celebrate. Instead, you need to focus on setting up...
Lucas Leite Shows How To Pass Spider Lasso Guard
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
It’s difficult enough to escape Spider Guard… But if your opponent switches one of their legs to the Lasso, well, then you’re in a world of trouble – as getting out of...
This Spider Guard Pass Works Like A Charm (& Is Super Easy To Use)
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Having trouble passing Spider Guard? Don’t worry – you’re not the first nor the last BJJ practitioner to experience the struggle. However, if you learn the following guard pass,...
BJJ Advice: Play It Loose To Learn & Improve
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Be honest with us for a second: when it comes to new positions and techniques in Jiu-Jitsu, how do you usually go about them in training? Do you find yourself to be too “tight” when...
Gordon Ryan Talks Wholesome Moment With John Danaher: “He Simply Nodded His Head”
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Everyone, no matter what their goals may be, needs a word or two of support in their everyday life. From someone who they trust and can look up to – maybe even from someone who is their mentor...
UFC Veteran Bryce Mitchell Says He Once Choked Out A Deer
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Bryce Mitchell, UFC veteran and a 16-1 in professional MMA, is in the top 10 of the promotion’s featherweight division… And, well, it seems that he hasn’t put his fighting skills to...
