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Author Archive: BJJEE

2024 UFC Fight Calendar: A Comprehensive Preview

Picture Credit As the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) continues to expand its global footprint, the 2024 fight calendar promises to be one of the most enthralling to date. With an array of...

How important is lineage in Jiu-Jitsu?

Lineage in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a topic that holds significant importance within the community, yet its significance can vary depending on individual perspectives and contexts. Lineage refers to...

Advantages of having BJJ Instagram Accounts

Within the field of martial arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has garnered a significant amount of popularity due to its practicality, efficacy, and emphasis on technique rather than physical power for...

Sanabul’s April Fool’s Prank Goes Viral: Introducing UFC Fighter Skin Rashguards

Sanabul’s April Fool’s Day Prank Goes Viral: Introducing UFC Fighter Skin Rashguards In a bold move that left the BJJ community both stunned and amused, leading BJJ gear company Sanabul...

The GOAT & a Constellation of Athletes at Ronin BJJ Summer Camp in Ibiza

Attention all Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu enthusiasts! Get ready for an unparalleled experience as the highly anticipated Ronin BJJ Camp descends upon the stunning island of Ibiza. Set against the backdrop...

Starting a company in Colorado

Colorado attracts entrepreneurs with its beautiful scenery, strong support for small enterprises, and central position. Thinking about launching a company in Colorado? Join the party! Colorado has...

From Getting Ready to Getaway Car: A Wedding Photographer’s Behind-the-Scenes Journey

As a wedding guest or a member of the bridal party, you may have witnessed the seamless work of a wedding photographer, capturing the day’s events with grace and expertise. But have you ever...

Two Guys Faked an MMA Fight & Were Called Out By BJJ Black Belt Referee

The MMA community in the Philippines was outraged this past weekend after an amateur MMA fight went horribly wrong as it became apparent that the fight was fake King of the Fight 9 happened on...

Bo Nickal calls Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs a ‘freaking fraud’

Bo Nickal, a former NCAA Wrestling champion and now UFC middleweight, recently made headlines by criticizing Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs, branding him as a “freaking fraud.”...

Breaking: Mark Zuckerberg vs Elon Musk Confirmed as Co-Main Event of Tyson vs Jake Paul Bout

On July 20th, 2024 up and coming YouTuber boxer Jake Paul will test his mettle against the legendary world champion, Mike Tyson in a monumental event to be streamed on Netflix. Fight fans already...

The Best Pressure Passers in Jiu-Jitsu Past & Present

Pressure passing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a technique characterized by the use of controlled, relentless pressure to pass an opponent’s guard and achieve a more dominant position. This style...

Lyoto Machida: “Black Belts Who Don’t Train Regularly Are Not Black Belts Anymore”

The realm of martial arts is often veiled in mystery and misconceptions. Among the various disciplines, Jiu-Jitsu stands out as a form that emphasizes technique, leverage, and the subtle art of...

Professor, Master, Bro? What is the Proper Way to Address Your BJJ Instructor

So you are new to BJJ. There are many things going through your mind: new environment, new people. It’s like learning how to swim. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is usually a pretty laid back martial...

How to Master Jiu-Jitsu Ridiculously Fast & Only Have to Watch Each Video Once

Guest post by Henry Akins, the third American to receive a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt from legendary fighter Rickson Gracie. Akins trained under Rickson Gracie for 15 years. Akins became the head...

Europe’s Strongest Woman Rolls with Female BJJ Black Belt

Raw strength can be an advantage in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, especially for beginners or in the lower belt ranks. It can help in overpowering less experienced opponents and can be effective in certain...

This is Why You Keep Being Taken Down by Your Opponent

Matt D’Aquino is a multiple Australian and Oceania Champion and a 2008 Beijing Judo Olympian. He has been studying Judo for over 28 years. He is a 4th Degree Black belt in Judo and a black belt...

Madness: Grapplers Giving Themselves Cauliflower Ears To Look Tougher

Cauliflower ear often seems like some mythical force when a white belt first falls in love with Jiu Jitsu. It’s a big problem, but it’s never really discussed in depth by professors and only...

Sports Science: Researchers Looks at Injury & Risk Patterns For Jiu-Jitsu Athletes

Guest post by Dr Kickass, Mike Piekarski, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Former MMA Fighter, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt. Follow him on instagram. This was a great article by @athletesmd who...

Timing: The Ultimate Difference Between Elite BJJ Competitors & Hobbyists

Have you ever rolled with someone, and it felt that you were one step behind no matter what you did? It could be with your coach, an elite competitor, or someone a few years ahead in the game.  You...

How To Get Good at BJJ: Key Insights from Roger Gracie and John Danaher

In recent interviews on the Lex Fridman podcast, BJJ GOAT Roger Gracie, and Popular Grappling coach John Danaher offer profound insights into the art and practice of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Both Gracie...

Andrew Tate: “Bjj is Useless in the Street”

We know. We know that you had the following question pop up in your head once or twice: “Jeez, I’m actually getting good at this Jiu-Jitsu thing. But I wonder, how well would I do in a street...

How Much Do Instructors at BJJ Academies in the US Get Paid?

The salaries of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructors at large, well-known academies like Renzo Gracie NYC, Gracie University, Atos, and AOJ can vary widely based on several factors. These factors include...

At Which Point Do You Become a “BJJ Guy”?

The journey to becoming a “BJJ Guy,” deeply immersed in the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle and culture, is a unique and personal experience. It’s more than just a series of achievements;...

CCTV: Thieves Back Off When They Notice Their Intended Victim’s BJJ Gi & Blue Belt

In Brazil, an intriguing incident was caught on CCTV, shedding light on the perceived power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a form of self-defense. The footage revealed a young man, casually strolling down...