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Category Archive: Articles, BJJ News, Featured

Firas Zahabi: “PED Use Is Worse in BJJ Than in MMA. Some Blue Belts Are Jacked Out Of Their Minds”

PED use in the Jiu-Jitsu is extremely widespread according the famed MMA and BJJ instructor Firas Zahabi, and no just at the elite level. Zahabi was recently a guest on the popular youtube channel...

Renzo Gracie: “A Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu Means You’re a Badass Motherf*cker”

Being a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt signifies a deep and comprehensive understanding of the art, coupled with a high level of skill and proficiency. However, the meaning of being a black belt in...

UFC Legend Mark Coleman In Critical Condition After Saving Parents From House Fire

UFC legend Mark Coleman is in the hospital, after bravely saving his parents from a terrible house fire in his hometown near Toledo, Ohio. The 59-year-old Coleman was taken by helicopter after...

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...

Former Alliance BJJ Instructor Exposes The McDojo Franchise Model of Jiu-Jitsu: ‘It’s Like McDonalds’

Jiu-Jitsu is a fast growing martial art/sport. You have Jiu-Jitsu schools in most major cities in almost all continents. For a BJJ academy to be considered legitimate (under IBJJF), and to advance in...

This Cryangle (Leg, Arm & Neck Triangle) is the Nastiest Half Guard Counter

The… What? Yes – The Disrespectful triangle aka the Cryangle! Yes, this position does feel as disrespectful as it sounds, and you can use it both as a choke in and of itself, as well as a...

Watch: Charles Oliveira Teaches Self Defense BJJ To OnlF*ns Models

Approximately every 68 seconds, a woman in the United States faces sexual assault, as reported by sources like FBI.gov and RAIN.org. This alarming statistic underscores a harsh reality: danger can...

Female Jiu-Jitsu World Champions Open Up on How OnlyF*ns Has Affected their Lives

For those that have been living under a rock, OnlyFans is an ultra popular subscription-based website where people that create content can charge out a monthly fee for fans to access exclusive...

ADCC Organizer Blasts Athletes Complaining about Pay Money; Exposes The Real Costs of Event

Craig Jones recently voiced his concerns regarding the stagnant growth of prize money in the sport, despite its increasing popularity. In a discussion with The Mac Life, Jones pointed out the...

BJJ & Beach Camp with JT Torres in Protaras, Cyprus

The BJJ & Beach Camp offers an unparalleled experience, merging elite jiu-jitsu instruction with the splendid climate and picturesque beaches of the Mediterranean. This exceptional camp is...

Canto Strangle When Passing the Guard from Brazilian Judo Legend Flavio Canto

The Canto Choke is one of those techniques that consistently finds its way into the highest levels of grappling. Whether it’s Judo or Jiu-Jitsu this classic should be part of every grappler’s...

Guy Pretending to be a BJJ Black Belt Pranks Academy

Danny Mullen is a Youtube superstar who is known for among other things, kissing random old ladies, drinking urine, and generally doing crazy unexpected things. Over the years, we have seen many...

UFC Fightpass 6: Craig Jones Submits Lovato Jr in 1 min, Meregali Wins by RNC

During the UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6, a series of thrilling no-gi super fights captivated the audience. The event kicked off with an intense match between Ronaldo Junior and Kody Steele. Ronaldo...

BJJ Historian Robert Drysdale: ‘American Jiu-Jitsu is a Marketing Plot, an Easy Way to Gain Followers’

In a thought-provoking Mastery Jiu-Jitsu podcast, ADCC champion Robert Drysdale, (who is half Brazilian, half American)  a well-known figure in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and author of two...

UFC Legend Royce Gracie Converts to Islam

It appears that UFC legend Royce Gracie has converted to Islam. Gracie had a meeting with Eddie Redzovic (bjj black belt founder of Team Redzovic in Chicago) and Islamic leader Shaykh Uthman Ibn...

Craig Jones Says That Karate Combat Is The Future Of Grappling

Craig Jones recently demonstrated his skills yet again – but this time, at a Karate Combat event; securing a win via Flying Triangle Choke against Philip Rowe… And he now says that Karate...

The Best BJJ Commercial Ever Made: A Creative Take by the Italian Jiu-Jitsu Union

In a charming and humorous new commercial, the Italian Jiu-Jitsu Union showcases the passion and enthusiasm for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu  across all ages. This advertisement captures a lively discussion...

Female Karate Black Belt Getting Exposed By Untrained Man is a Huge Wake Up Call

An organized fight depicted in a recent video has sparked discussion within the martial arts community. The video showed a female karate black belt competing against an untrained man in a match....

What is “American Jiu-Jitsu” & Is it Truly So Different from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

“American Jiu-Jitsu” is a term that has stirred considerable debate in the martial arts community, particularly among practitioners of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). The concept was notably...

What is the Ideal Age to Start Jiu-Jitsu in Order to Become a BJJ World Champion?

Age plays a crucial role in training for professional competition. Starting Jiu-Jitsu training at an older age (e.g., 21 to 30) makes it challenging to reach the level required to win major...

How To Improve Your Gi And No-Gi BJJ Skills At The Same Time

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...

2019 World’s Strongest Man (331 lbs) w/ 6 Months BJJ Training Rolls with 145lbs BJJ Black Belt

Martins Licis won the 2019 World’s Strongest Man competition beating out the legendary Thor (The mountain from Game of Thrones). Licis is Latvian-American and is 6 ft 2 ½ in (1.89 m) and...

How Does Mica Galvao Catch Armbars from Everywhere? Lachlan Giles Explains

Lachlan Giles, a prominent figure in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, has explained how Mica Galvao has such good armbars. Giles, who is known for his analytical approach to grappling techniques,...

ADCC 2024 European Trials Results & Review

On February 17, 2022, Zagreb, Croatia hosted a Brazilian jiu-jitsu competition that featured top athletes vying for medals and spots in the 2024 ADCC World Championships. Most favorites won their...