Old School Trick: Tap Your Opponent with Lung Compression From Side Control
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE
There is an old school technique called the lung compression which was made famous by Royler Gracie. The technique consists of holding your opponent in side control and putting your hand underneath...
The Positive and Negative aspects of BJJ For Judo
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE
Guest post by Matt D’Aquino, a multiple Australian and Oceania Champion and a 2008 Beijing Judo Olympian. He has been studying Judo for over 25 years. He is a 3rd Degree Black belt in Judo and a...
Tom DeBlass: ‘I Almost Quit Jiu-Jitsu As A Blue Belt’
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE
Tom DeBlass, a renowned figure in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, is known for his tenacity, skill, and passion for the art. However, even someone as accomplished as DeBlass faced a moment when he...
Getting Started with BJJ for MMA
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE
Getting started is actually the most difficult aspect of starting something and for trainees who wish to master the intricate techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it is a big decision. For those who...
Khabib Nurmagomedov Avoids Jail Time After Losing Family Home Amid $3.4 Million Russian Tax Dispute
Aug 15, 2024BJJEE
Khabib Nurmagomedov has reportedly settled his over $3 million tax debt with the Russian Federal Tax Service (FTS). Earlier this year, news broke that Russia’s top tax authority claimed...
Henry Cejudo Shares How Khamzat Chimaev & His Crew Tried to Fight Him at the Paris Olympics
Aug 15, 2024BJJEE
Henry Cejudo recently shared a wild story on his ‘Pound 4 Pound’ podcast with Kamaru Usman, revealing that he almost got into a brawl with UFC star Khamzat Chimaev at the Paris Olympics....
BJJ Champ Joao Miyao Displays Long-Term Effects of a Lifetime of BJJ Competition Training
Aug 15, 2024BJJEE
The allure of legendary figures in grappling often lies in their victories, struggles, and moments of inspiration that drive others to keep fighting in their own lives. However, behind these moments...
Joao Miyao Criticizes Helio Gracie’s Self-Defense Technique
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and world champion Joao Miyao recently stirred up some controversy in the BJJ community with a social media post. Miyao’s comments seemed to cast doubt on the...
Sean Strickland accuses former UFC fighter & current manager Tiki Ghosn of being a predator
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE
Sean Strickland, known for being one of the most outspoken and controversial figures in UFC history, has made serious accusations against former UFC fighter turned MMA manager, Tiki Ghosn....
BJJ Ace Garry Tonon Rumored to Be Negotiating with the UFC but There’s a Catch
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE
Garry Tonon, a highly regarded American grappler and mixed martial artist, is rumored to be in talks with the UFC, but there’s a significant hurdle in the way. Tonon, known for his exceptional...
Eddie Bravo: “I Really Get Bored Watching Gi Stuff”
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE
Eddie Bravo, a well-known figure in the grappling community and the founder of the 10th Planet system, recently stirred up discussions with his frank opinions about traditional gi Brazilian...
Islam Makhachev Names Which MMA Fighters are Fake Black Belts in BJJ
Aug 13, 2024BJJEE
Islam Makhachev, the UFC lightweight champion, has sparked a heated debate about the authenticity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) black belts in MMA, accusing some fighters of having ranks that were...
How To Get Better At Jiu-Jitsu…Even If You Are The Best at the Academy
Aug 13, 2024BJJEE
One of the biggest mysteries in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was how Rickson Gracie could improve his jiu-jitsu even when there was no one better than himself at the academy. So how do you get better at...
How to Throw Ultra Defensive Opponents in Judo & BJJ
Aug 13, 2024BJJEE
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo, facing a defensive opponent who uses stiff arms and maintains distance can be challenging. This common stalling tactic is designed to prevent takedowns and throws....
The Top 6 Exercises Andre Galvao Uses to Improve BJJ Performance
Aug 13, 2024BJJEE
Just how much strength training do you really need for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? One school of thought advocates virtually no strength training at all, where this modality of training is seen as something...
Is Martial Arts Insurance Required?
Aug 13, 2024BJJEE
One of the most paramount aspects of practicing martial arts is protecting yourself. Many say the first rule of self-defense is don’t get hit. Being a successful and safe martial artist...
Jiu-Jitsu Legend Renzo Gracie Confident Amateur MMA Will Get Nod for Olympics
Aug 12, 2024BJJEE
Renzo Gracie, a legendary figure in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, is optimistic about the inclusion of amateur MMA in the Olympics. He attributes this potential leap to the concerted efforts by organizations...
Chris Haueter On Blind Loyalty in BJJ: ‘It’s Weird that Adult Men Pay Other Adult Men to Control Them’
Aug 11, 2024BJJEE
Chris Haueter is one of the first 12 non Brazilian jiu jitsu black belts. He’s a pioneer of the sport and a big personality. According to some reports Haueter is even credited with the roll...
What Differentiates Those That Stuck with Jiu-Jitsu from Those That Quit ?
Aug 11, 2024BJJEE
Photo by Ground Shark designs. BJJ black belt Arielson Ozama of Monarchy MMA in Malaysia discusses quitters and those that stick to Jiu-Jitsu: “I have seen so many beginners come and go. I...
Mike Tyson On If He Could Have Beaten Royce Gracie Back in The Day
Aug 11, 2024BJJEE
Both Mike Tyson and Royce Gracie have marked the history of their respective sports: Boxing for Tyson and MMA for Gracie. Back in 1993 Royce Gracie was the top man in the UFC and dominating the early...
The Beginner’s Guide To The Suplex
Aug 11, 2024BJJEE
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...
The BJJ Blueprint: How To Grapple Like Nick Rodriguez
Aug 11, 2024BJJEE
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...
10 IBJJF Competition Mistakes to Avoid
Aug 11, 2024BJJEE
If you’re preparing for your first IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation) tournament, or even if you just need a refresher, there are common pitfalls that can derail your...
Dean Lister: Former ADCC Champion Uses BJJ Skills to Halt Violent Attacker
Aug 11, 2024BJJEE
In a recent turn of events, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend and former ADCC champion Dean Lister found himself in a dangerous situation where his martial arts expertise played a crucial role in public...
