[WATCH] Jewish MMA Fighter Beats Up White Supremacist During Sparring Session
Aug 18, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Natan Levy is a Jewish MMA fighter, currently competing in the UFC lightweight division. And, yes… He recently sparred an internet troll and white supremacist supporter – with the fight...
The Value Of Being Creative & Experimenting In Jiu-Jitsu
Aug 17, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
How often do you experiment with new (or, simply, unfamiliar) techniques, setups, and sequences in Jiu-Jitsu? In other words: how often do you work on being creative in BJJ? Well, Brian Glick...
Rickson Gracie: “Every Moment In Life Is A Unique Opportunity”
Aug 17, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Rickson Gracie is perhaps the most legendary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete of all time. And not just because of his rich competition (and family) history… But also because of his mindset, which...
BJJ Advice: Don’t Focus Just On Pinning People, But On Actually Submitting Them
Aug 17, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Ever rolled with someone who, when they get into a dominant position, just… Holds you there? Not fun, right? Well, that’s because the whole purpose of Jiu-Jitsu is submitting your...
Josh Hinger: “Don’t Go To Competitions With Doubts Or Regrets”
Aug 16, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
So you want to compete, right? And you’re feeling excited about it? That’s awesome! But there’s one thing you should take seriously beforehand: preparation. You need to train...
Firas Zahabi Shares “Do’s & Don’ts” Of Being A Good Training Partner In BJJ
Aug 16, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
So you want to be a good training partner in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Perhaps the kind of a training partner that everyone wants to roll with and has nothing but good things to say about? In that case,...
Eddie Bravo Shares Intense Story Of Almost Getting Robbed
Aug 16, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
If there is one thing you should have at all times when visiting shady areas, then it’s to have situational awareness. You need to know where you are, what you’re doing, and who the...
Here’s How To Counter The Saddle – With An Outside Heel Hook
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Don’t tell us… You’re a Leg Lock fan. And, what’s more, there’s nothing you’d rather learn, drill, and do – than Heel Hooks. If so, then you’re in for...
Here’s How To Do The One Arm RNC (It’s Super Powerful)
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Learning the basics is extremely important – the most important thing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For, if you lack knowledge in how to execute basic techniques and setups, you will not be able to...
The Front Headlock To Near Side Cradle Is As Savage As It Sounds
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
While it has experienced a recent uptick in its popularity, the front headlock is perhaps the most under-appreciated position in all of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling. Although the...
This Spider Guard To Armbar Setup Is Extremely Effective
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Brazilian jiu jitsu has a variety of guards but one every beginner has heard of is open guard. Open guard is perhaps not the easiest to come into as a beginner as it doesn’t dictate certified...
Pass Spider Guard With Ease – With The Toreando Pass
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
There are a number of ways to pass an Open Guard. However, when the absolute basics of guard passing are considered, it’s all very simple; it’s just a matter of understanding the underlying...
Omoplata Counter vs Single Leg Takedown: Works Better Than You Think
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Ah, the Single Leg… We know, we know. You actually do like this takedown technique, even though you suck at it. But you’d still prefer to not be so bad at it, although it is – for whatever...
The Ankle Roll Is A Great Single Leg Takedown Defense
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Ah, the Single Leg… We know, we know. You actually do like this takedown technique, even though you suck at it. But you’d still prefer to not be so bad at it, although it is – for whatever...
John Danaher: “How Fast You Progress Is Not As Important As How Long You Progress”
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Feeling frustrated due to lack of progress lately? John Danaher understand where you’re coming from. And he has some sage advice to share: One of the hardest things about jiu jitsu is the...
Gordon Ryan: “No One In The World Can Beat Nicholas Meregali”
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Nicholas Meregali earned a dominant win against Kaynan Duarte in the most recent Who’s Number One (WNO) event. He took Duarte down, transitioned into Mount, and secured an Arm Triangle: ...
The Importance Of Absorbing Ideas In Jiu-Jitsu (Not Just Being Exposed To Them)
Aug 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
You’re probably exposed to, like, a thousand different techniques each year. Okay, maybe not a thousand… But certainly to a lot of different moves, most of which you don’t really...
Chatri Sityodtong: “The Biggest Misconception About Martial Arts Is That It Is About Violence”
Aug 14, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Chatri Sityodtong is a founder and CEO of ONE Championship – and he is a martial artist himself. Sityodtong has been training Muay Thai since he was a kid and is also a BJJ brown belt…...
Mark Zuckerberg Says Elon Musk Isn’t Serious About MMA Fight: “It’s Time To Move On”
Aug 14, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Well, despite the BJJ and MMA community’s best efforts – it seems that all of the hype for the Mark Zuckerberg vs Elon Musk fight has been in vain. Zuckerberg announced on Sunday, via a...
Luke Rockhold To Face Craig Jones In A Submission Grappling Match
Aug 14, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
It’s official: former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold will face Craig Jones in a submission grappling match! The bout will take place on September 21, 2023, in Pais Arena in Jerusalem....
Multiple-Time BJJ World Champion Josh Hinger Suffers Home Invasion Robbery
Aug 13, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Josh Hinger is a multiple-time IBJJF no-gi world champion and one of the most elite Jiu-Jitsu athletes today. He recently shared unfortunate news: that he suffered a home invasion robbery. It’s...
The Value Of Patience In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Aug 13, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to learn, if you want to truly improve in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, then it’s paramount that you develop patience. It doesn’t matter how fast (or how slow) you go. Patience will...
Tom DeBlass: “Just Because You Got Tapped By A Lower Belt Doesn’t Mean You Don’t Deserve Your Belt”
Aug 13, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re a blue, purple, brown, or a black belt… And you got submitted by a lower belt? Maybe even by someone who is two belt ranks below yours? You shouldn’t be feeling down on...
Gianni Grippo Shows A Neat Triangle Choke Setup From Arm Triangle
Aug 13, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Kata-Gatame/ Head and arm choke/ Arm Triangle choke is used as a hold down in Judo, and it is mostly used as a choke in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts. There are many schools of thought...
