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Author Archive: BJJEE

BJJ Girl with Massive Following Opens OF Account

Anastasia Ishchenko, a 20-year-old Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu white belt from Ukraine, has made waves in the martial arts world, not only for her performance on the mats but also for her online presence....

Ana de Armas Trained Jiu-Jitsu for Action-Packed John Wick Spinoff Ballerina

Ana de Armas is set to showcase her fierce side in the upcoming action-packed thriller Ballerina, a spinoff from the acclaimed John Wick franchise. The 36-year-old actor will step into the shoes of...

Help! They’re Young and Fast and I’m Old & Slow

Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter Cascao Vital. He runs Cascao Evolution BJJ out of Las Vegas nv. It cannot be denied that speed is a major factor in any combat sport, and...

Trans, Queer, and Neurodivergent BJJ Black Belt Shares Insights on Running his BJJ Academy

Located in downtown Northfield, MN, Misfit BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym with a mission to foster empowerment, inclusivity, and community. Founded in 2022, this trans-owned gym offers a welcoming...

Khamzat Chimaev Trains with 3 Time Olympic Wrestling Champion Saitiev

UFC superstar Khamzat Chimaev is preparing for one of the biggest tests of his career as he gears up to face former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker. In a move that has sent shockwaves through...

Here’s How To Deal With Smaller Opponents In BJJ

Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...

Here’s How BJJ Can Help Overcome Social Anxiety

Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...

How Important Is The BJJ Gauntlet For Promotions?

Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...

Essential BJJ Etiquette Rules Every Practitioner Should Know

Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...

Old School BJJ Black Belt’s Time Tested Advice on Avoiding Physical Conflict in the Streets

As martial artists, we are often faced with aggressive people who threaten us either verbally or physically. It’s important to know the difference between an insult like “F– You” and a threat...

Understanding betting features and their optimal application in various sports

One of the great things about online gambling is that they provide access to features that in-person gambling doesn’t offer. This means that online gamblers can spice up the way they gamble...

Flashback: Gordon Ryan’s Impressive Performance as a Purple Belt in a Gi Match Against a BJJ Black Belt

Gordon Ryan is often recognized for his dominance in No-Gi grappling, with multiple ADCC titles cementing his place as one of the best in the sport. However, for those questioning his abilities in...

Which BJJ Techniques Work and Don’t Work w/ Small Man Against Big Man

Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter Cascao Vital. He runs Cascao Evolution BJJ out of Las Vegas nv. It would be ideal if all of our moves worked all of the time against all...

2 Golden Rules That Everybody Should Know Before Starting Jiu-Jitsu

Author Andrew “Major” Johnson, BJJ black belt  at Gracie Barra Lexington, SC Before you train Jiu Jitsu, know these two rules… Only two rules? Well there are many more a new student will learn...

Golden Rule: Never Ask Your BJJ Instructor About Your Next Belt

This is a sentiment most everyone has felt at one time or another throughout their jiu jitsu journey. Their hard work and sacrifice has been causally overlooked by their instructor, the person with...

BJJ Instructor Requires Students to Pay a Yearly Fee to Recognize Their Belt: Money Grab or Legit Approach?

In a surprising move, Nick Stefan, a well-respected Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Rigan Machado, has announced a controversial new rule change regarding the recognition of belts he has...

Ocean Pro Jiu-Jitsu Final 2024 Results: A Night of Dominance and Dynamic Submissions

The Ocean Pro Jiu-Jitsu Final 2024 concluded on September 21st, delivering nearly eight hours of high-level grappling action in Cagliari, Italy. This year’s event was packed with thrilling matches...

BJJ Community Bashes IBJJF’s Latest Cash Grab: $36 Plastic Gi Checker Tool

The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community was taken aback by IBJJF’s recent release of a $36 plastic Gi checker tool, which many see as a blatant cash grab. While the device is intended to help competitors...

UFC Champ Merab Dvalishvili Prefers Intense Grappling Training Over Weightlifting for Peak Performance

UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili, known for his relentless pace and unmatched cardio inside the Octagon, revealed that he prefers intense grappling sessions over traditional weightlifting...

Joe Rogan On Krav Maga: ‘The Best Martial Arts Are the ones that Work on Other Martial Artists, not Just on Untrained People’

You often hear Krav Maga marketing itself as THE self defense practice, however many people actually wonder if it really is all that it claims to be? Krav Maga  “contact combat”) is a military...

Jiu-Jitsu Fitness Fallacy: “Lifting Weights Makes You Slow”

Written By Simon Hayes, BJJ black belt and instructor at Carlson Gracie London, UK. This is my favourite. A real old school “i was once a contender” 1970’s bit of dialogue. In the...

The Demian Maia Mount Escape: Is This the Best Escape in Jiu-Jitsu?

In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu , escaping from the mount position is considered one of the most challenging tasks. Mount is a dominant position where the opponent sits on your torso, offering...

Pranksters Attempt to Distract BJJ Purple Belt By Seducing Him During Training Session

The NELK Boys, a YouTube group renowned for their daring pranks and social experiments, recently took their antics to a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training session, pushing the boundaries of gym etiquette...

AJP South East Asia Tour: Here’s the Winners List & What’s Next for Them

In November, the AJP Tour (Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro) revealed an exciting lineup for its 2023-2024 Southeast Asia (SEA) competitions. These competitions, held across Thailand, Malaysia, the...