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Category Archive: Articles

If You Are Discouraged In BJJ, You Need to Know The “Rule of 10 and 20”

BJJ black belt and UFC vet Matt Arroyo, introduces a unique perspective to understanding and managing expectations in Jiu-Jitsu training. This can help BJJ practitioners, especially those who might...

Does Jiu-Jitsu Inflate Your Ego? Maintaining Healthy Humility in BJJ

Written by Gile Huni., a 3rd degree BJJ black belt and head instructor at Kimura BJJ Serbia  Maintaining humility in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, which emphasizes technique and strategy over brute...

Weekend Recap: AJP Brings Its Mats & Action To Mexico, Belgium, And South Africa

In another action-packed weekend, the AJP brought its tournaments to three different countries around the world, giving athletes yet another chance to test their skills while easing travel expense!...

Dustin Poirier Says He’s “Obsessed With Jumping Guillotine Chokes”

Jumping Guillotine Chokes… Do you like to attack them? Well, if your answer is “yes” – then that throws you and Dustin Poirier into the same bucket! Former interim UFC...

Highest Paid Athletes Ever: Where Does Conor McGregor Stand On The Ranks?

It almost goes without saying that Conor McGregor is the biggest star ever in mixed martial arts (MMA). Back in 2013, McGregor started his UFC journey with a bang – knocking out Marcus Brimage...

Nicholas Meregali Challenges Yuri Simoes & Mason Fowler To $50,000 Matches

Nicholas Meregali is ready for some big fights! He’s now throwing down $50,000 of his own money as a prize if he doesn’t come out on top against Yuri Simoes and Mason Fowler. Meregali...

Adapting the Octagon: UFC’s Strategic Evolution for Saudi Success

Since its start in 1993, the Ultimate Fighting Championship, or UFC, has climbed to the top of the mixed martial arts world. Dana White, the CEO who never seems to rest, has pushed the UFC far beyond...

Does Greasing in Jiu Jitsu Work? Greased Up Blue Belt vs. Black Belt in No Gi Jiu-Jitsu

The eternal question in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Does greasing really make a difference in grappling? This intriguing question was put to the test in a unique experiment where a greased-up Blue Belt,...

The “Hip Kimura” A Revolutionary Variation of the Classic Kimura Lock

In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the quest for innovative techniques is unending. Recently, Legion AJJ coach Mike Gardner shared a unique approach to one of BJJ’s most classic submissions:...

THE CONTENDERS: The First Ever Grappling Vs Wrestling PPV Event In 1997 That Inspired ADCC

Before the prestigious Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC) Submission Wrestling World Championship became synonymous with elite-level grappling, there was an event in 1997 that set the stage for the future...

Gordon Ryan Shows How To Escape A Fully Locked RNC

Escaping a fully locked Rear Naked Choke (RNC) is extremely challenging, especially if your opponent has correctly secured the position. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and other martial arts, it’s...

You’re drilling wrong: John Danaher’s surprising approach to drilling in jiu jitsu

This topic is a sensitive one. There are people who do not believe in drilling techniques (Kit Dale for instance) and there are people who drill endlessly in order to sharpen their technique ,...

The 5 Most Common Tactical Mistakes in IBJJF Competitions

Tarik Hopstock shares valuable insights for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitors, especially those participating in International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) tournaments. With years of...

Check out who will compete in ADCC 2024, in Las Vegas

Discover the lineup for ADCC 2024 in Las Vegas, set to take place in August. With ambitions to surpass previous records, this event will feature five men’s divisions, each with 16 fighters, and...

BJJ Pro Tip: Use Your Feet Like Hands

One of the most important things you could (and should) learn in Jiu-Jitsu is to use everything you have available. But, when you’re used to just using your hands, it can be difficult figuring...

Mental Tip: A BJJ Competition Is Just Like Going Training At Another Academy

„Well, I just hope that I don’t fall asleep from waiting, rather than from being choked out“, says one jiujiteiro to another as he waits – for the fourth consecutive hour – to hear his...

6 Mistakes BJJ White Belts Make – That Everyone Hates

If you’re a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu white belt, then it’s only normal that you’ll be making mistakes. You have to start from somewhere, after all… However, some of these mistakes are a big no-no...

Felipe Pena Reveals That People Didn’t Believe In His Success: “Being An Athlete Is Very Hard”

Achieving your goals is never an easy task. And it only gets harder the bigger your dreams become – especially if the people around you don’t believe in you. And, well, it was the same...

How Did Caio Terra Receive His BJJ Black Belt In Just 3 Years Of Training?

Did you know that Caio Terra – a 12x black belt world champion and one of the best roosterweights in the sport – has been promoted to BJJ black belt… After just 3 years of training?...

Vinicius „Draculino“ Magalhães Explains Why BJJ Is Better Today Than It Used To Be

What do you think about the state of the present-day Jiu-Jitsu evolution? Is it better or worse than what took place a few years or even decades ago? Well, the legendary Vinicius „Draculino“...

How To Be a Really Good Mediocre Jiu-Jitsu Practitioner

Written by Gile Huni., a 3rd degree BJJ black belt and head instructor at Kimura BJJ Serbia  I’d like to offer some advice on becoming a proficient Jiu-Jitsu practitioner in a relaxed and...

John Danaher: How to Know if Your Opponent is Scared

Identifying fear in your Jiu-Jitsu opponent can be subtle, and according to John Danaher, it’s more about reading body language than facial expressions. Here are some insights on how to tell if...

JT Torres Shares How He Felt After His 1st Submission Ever

How did it feel when you hit your very first submission in Jiu-Jitsu? You can probably still remember what it was (for the writer of this article, it was the Americana Lock) and how great it felt to...

Hide Your Thumb: The Secret To Finishing The Rear Naked Choke

You know what they say about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: it’s all in the details. In those small adjustments that can improve your technique by tenfold, but which you’d never come across if...