Category Archive: Articles
Pros and Cons of Receiving Your Prescription By Mail
Jul 03, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Pros and Cons of Receiving Your Prescription By Mail
Here are some things to consider before ordering your prescription by mail. In this culture of busy we have cultivated, running errands often falls to the wayside. As a society, we’re leaning...Ricardo Almeida’s Advice for Competitors & Recreational Practitioners & Stories From The Old Days at Gracie Barra in Brazil
Jul 02, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Ricardo Almeida’s Advice for Competitors & Recreational Practitioners & Stories From The Old Days at Gracie Barra in Brazil
Ricardo Almeida is the first student that Renzo Gracie promoted to the rank of black belt, and he’s also one of the veterans from the 2000’s era of MMA. He competed in numerous grappling...John Danaher Goes Deep on Developing Problem Solving Mindset, Trial & Error in Jiu-Jitsu
Jul 02, 2019BJJEEComments Off on John Danaher Goes Deep on Developing Problem Solving Mindset, Trial & Error in Jiu-Jitsu
BJJEE interviewed famed instructor John Danaher and covered interesting topics such as what made him into such an articulate and experienced instructor, developing problem solving mindset and using...8 Proven Ways to Improve Your Jiu-Jitsu
Jul 02, 2019grappler zComments Off on 8 Proven Ways to Improve Your Jiu-Jitsu
Taking your BJJ skills to the next level requires you to step out of your comfort zone, and sacrifice or compromise some elements in your daily routine to stay on top. It can range anywhere between...Record-Breaking BJJ Event in France / Sebastien Lecocq Wins Black Belt Open Class in 30 Seconds
Jun 30, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Record-Breaking BJJ Event in France / Sebastien Lecocq Wins Black Belt Open Class in 30 Seconds
Photos: Lu’nivers BJJ Photography / https://www.facebook.com/lunivers.bjj/ This past weekend, Paris hosted the French National Championship from the CFJJB (IBJJF representative in France). The...Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Tokyo: stars line up to compete in Japan as the AJP Tour travels east for the second leg of the 2019/2020 season
Jun 30, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Tokyo: stars line up to compete in Japan as the AJP Tour travels east for the second leg of the 2019/2020 season
The 2019/2020 season of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Tour debuted with a bang on June 15-16, in Moscow, Russia. The tour now travels east for the second leg, scheduled July 27-28, in Japan. The Abu Dhabi...Khabib Nurmagomedov & His Crew Play “Dagestani” Basketball
Jun 30, 2019grappler zComments Off on Khabib Nurmagomedov & His Crew Play “Dagestani” Basketball
Khabib Nurmagomedov and his crew warm and cross train by playing what the call ‘Dagestani Basketball’ which is a mix basketball, rugby & grappling. Will Harris Productions spent time...The Easiest Way To Stop Takedowns: Stuffing The Head
Jun 27, 2019BJJEEComments Off on The Easiest Way To Stop Takedowns: Stuffing The Head
High level wrestling coach Kyle Cerminara offers some advice on how a lower level wrestler can stuff a high level wrestler’s takedowns. Essentially stuffing the head: Leg attack defense...How To Deal With An Aggressive Drunk Person
Jun 27, 2019BJJEEComments Off on How To Deal With An Aggressive Drunk Person
Alcohol has the potential to both increase and decrease aggression, depending on where’s one’s attention is focused. Professor McMurran, a psychologist at the University of Nottingham stated:...Incredible Opportunity: The Mendes Bros 2019 World Super Camp at Evolve MMA
Jun 24, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Incredible Opportunity: The Mendes Bros 2019 World Super Camp at Evolve MMA
The BJJ legends Mendes Bros are organizing a unique 2019 World Super Camp at EVOLVE MMA! This super camp will be SOLD OUT, so book your spot NOW! Date: Mon – Fri, September 16 – 20, 2019...The Top 4 Best Multivitamins for Men in 2019
Jun 22, 2019BJJEEComments Off on The Top 4 Best Multivitamins for Men in 2019
All men should be taking multivitamins to help with their over all well-being. Keep reading for the top 4 best multivitamins for men in 2019. Up to 68 percent of Americans take multivitamins...BJJ Instructor Blows Out Student’s Knee As Punishment For Using The ‘Lockdown’ in Class
Jun 20, 2019BJJEEComments Off on BJJ Instructor Blows Out Student’s Knee As Punishment For Using The ‘Lockdown’ in Class
Over the years we’ve reported on various bullying behavior and hazing rituals from BJJ instructors and teammates – however this last one is truly disturbing. While there are many different...5 Simple DIY Dog Treat Recipes Your Pet Will Love
Jun 20, 2019BJJEEComments Off on 5 Simple DIY Dog Treat Recipes Your Pet Will Love
You don’t have to go out and spend a fortune to get your pet some good treats! Here are some simple DIY dog treat recipes your furry friend will love. There are about 85 million households with...BJJ End of Summer Training Camp August 29 – September 1, 2019 Portorož/ Slovenia
Jun 20, 2019BJJEEComments Off on BJJ End of Summer Training Camp August 29 – September 1, 2019 Portorož/ Slovenia
We are expanding our BJJ Intensive Training Camps to a brand new location: Portorož in the Bay of Triest, bordering 2 countries (Italy and Croatia). Summer Jiu Jitsu Training Camp –...Understanding Jiu-Jitsu by John Danaher, Bernardo Faria & Gordon Ryan
Jun 20, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Understanding Jiu-Jitsu by John Danaher, Bernardo Faria & Gordon Ryan
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art & combat sport that is in constant evolution and is now a requirement for anybody who wants to know self defense or practice MMA. John Danaher, Bernardo Faria...BJJ World Champion Boycotts IBJJF: ‘An Unprofessional, Greedy & Unfair Organisation’
Jun 19, 2019BJJEEComments Off on BJJ World Champion Boycotts IBJJF: ‘An Unprofessional, Greedy & Unfair Organisation’
The leading federation of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the IBJJF which is run by Carlos Gracie Jr. is planning some major changes for all IBJJF members. IBJJF is a private for-profit company and even...Sweep Much Bigger Opponents With This Effortless Sweep From Half Guard
Jun 19, 2019BJJEEComments Off on Sweep Much Bigger Opponents With This Effortless Sweep From Half Guard
Jiu Jitsu, the game of human chess. Grappling is considered by many one of the most difficult sports to master. Learning moves generally require a combination of intelligence, timing, coordination...Easiest Way To Get Submissions At Tournaments
Jun 19, 2019grappler zComments Off on Easiest Way To Get Submissions At Tournaments
Ever notice when you roll it’s really hard to get a submission at the beginning and end of the match? This is common among BJJ practitioners, especially during tournaments. If the competition is...The Lucas Lepri Strategy: How To Build Up A Huge Lead On Points In A Jiu-Jitsu Match
Jun 18, 2019BJJEEComments Off on The Lucas Lepri Strategy: How To Build Up A Huge Lead On Points In A Jiu-Jitsu Match
Watching the 2014 worlds, one match really caught my attention: the light weight semi-final between Lucas Lepri and Roberto Satoshi. Lucas had a really good strategy on how to accumulate a huge lead...Rib Injuries in BJJ: Can They Be Avoided & How To Treat Them?
Jun 18, 2019grappler zComments Off on Rib Injuries in BJJ: Can They Be Avoided & How To Treat Them?
So you’re working super hard at practice, feeling on top of the world as you conquer your partner. You think you’ve nailed the moves but then BAM!, you take a bad blow to the chest and you know...How to do the Incredible Mongolian Uchi Mata
Jun 18, 2019grappler zComments Off on How to do the Incredible Mongolian Uchi Mata
In Judo, Uchi mata is called “the King of Throws”. Uchi Mata is Ashi Waza or a foot technique, and known as one of the most difficult throws but also the most beautiful. Uchi Mata very often...Roll Session: Rockstar & BJJ Black Belt Billy ‘Biohazard’
Jun 18, 2019grappler zComments Off on Roll Session: Rockstar & BJJ Black Belt Billy ‘Biohazard’
The guitarist and frontman of the Metal band Biohazard, Billy Graziadei is a BJJ black belt who has been training since as far back as 1993. His Jiu-Jitsu story is unique as he was training while on...Are Advantage Points in BJJ Reasonable?
Jun 18, 2019Monty L. CollierComments Off on Are Advantage Points in BJJ Reasonable?
Guest post by Monty L. Collier In some jiu-jitsu tournaments, advantage points are used to help decide the outcome of a match in the event of a tie. Should the match end without a submission and the...BJJ Black Belt Self Defense Instructor On Do’s & Don’ts in a Street Altercation
Jun 16, 2019BJJEEComments Off on BJJ Black Belt Self Defense Instructor On Do’s & Don’ts in a Street Altercation
There are many videos on YouTube featuring BJJ practitioners in street altercations, and the majority of them seem to end in favor of BJJ. However, if you are inexperienced in the self defense aspect...