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Category Archive: Articles, BJJ News

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...

Cam Chats Have Overtaken Classic Apps for Dating

Online video chats are extremely popular and in demand. Several factors contribute to this as seen. Having read a bit of this article, you may regard this as a loud statement; online video chats have...

How to Choose the Best Online Slot Games for Your Playstyle

How to Choose the Best Online Slot Games for Your Playstyle Online slots are among the most popular games in online casinos, but with thousands of options available, it can be overwhelming to choose...

Betting Strategies Inspired by Combat Sports in 2024

The world of betting is constantly evolving, and strategies that work one year may not be effective the next. As we head to the end of 2024, combat sports continue to inspire innovative betting...

How Does The UFC’s Fighting Style Differ From Boxing

Mixed martial arts (MMA), specifically within the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship), and boxing are two of the most popular combat sports in the world. While both require exceptional skill,...

Khabib Nurmagomedov: “When I Don’t Have Training, I’m Depressed”

Khabib Nurmagomedov has been retired from competition for several years now. He keeps training hard nevertheless – mainly due to his love for the sport and for having been training ever since he...

Umar Nurmagomedov Set For A Grappling Match Against Eduardo Dantas – At ADXC 6

Umar Nurmagomedov – the undefeated 18-0 UFC fighter – is set to face former two-time Bellator champion Eduardo Dantas in a grappling match! This bout will headline ADXC 6 in Abu Dhabi and is...

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...

Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu Reveals BJJ Saved Him From Drug Use In His Youth

In a recent and candid interview on the “Pura Connection” podcast, Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu revealed that his youth was filled with adversity… Including a period when he...

Pedro Alex Suffers 1-Year Suspension From IBJJF – Due To Failed PED Test

Image Credits: Pedro Alex, Instagram Pedro Alex has been suspended for one year from competing in IBJJF events after failing a PED test. Known for victories over top names like Roberto...

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...

ONE Championship CEO Reveals He Almost Quit BJJ Several Times: “ACL, MCL…”

ONE Championship’s CEO Chatri Sityodtong was recently promoted to the rank of a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt by none other than Renzo Gracie – after many years of training the Gentle...

Travis Stevens Says Judo Has More Brotherhood Than Jiu-Jitsu Does

What’s the difference between Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Well, for Olympic Judoka and BJJ black belt Travis Stevens, one of the biggest differences lay in brotherhood. Here’s what he...

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...

Colorado Springs Police Department Takes On Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training

The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has announced that they will begin incorporating Jiu-Jitsu training as part of their efforts to reduce harmful use of force incidents. The CSPD studied...

Nate Diaz Shares How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Influenced Him As A Kid

Did you know that Nate Diaz began his martial arts journey with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, back when he was as a child? Starting at just 11 years old, Diaz trained under Cesar Gracie, who played a pivotal...

ADXC 6: Isaque Bahiense & Bruno Lima Headline The Jiu-Jitsu Co-Main Event In A Middleweight Bout

Less than a month away from its next tournament, the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship is on track with its preparations to take over the Mubadala Arena on October 25th and has begun the process of...

Mason Fowler Gets Put To Sleep By Caio Terra – For Doubting His Technique

Mason Fowler, known for both his gi & no-gi career and skills, recently had doubts about the effectiveness of a particular technique that his coach Caio Terra was teaching. Fowler, who is much...

Tom DeBlass Explains The Best Self Defence Method: “It’s Extremely Rare…”

What’s the best method for self defence? Is it Jiu-Jitsu? Is it wrestling? Boxing? A combination of the above mentioned martial arts and/or some other combat sports as well? There’s a lot...