John Danaher Describes His Two Favorite Types Of Students: “Polar Opposites Of Each Other”
May 30, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
No matter what they tell you, all BJJ coaches have their “favorites” in class. Alright, perhaps not everyone has one or two students that fall into that category, but they for sure have...
Draculino Reflects On The Growth Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: “Not Even In My Wildest Dreams…”
May 06, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Today, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is everywhere. From celebrities and professional athletes to everyday hobbyists, millions of people around the world now train the art regularly. But according to Vinicius...
Kit Dale Admits Jiu-Jitsu Helped Him Overcome Insecurity: “I Was A Very Shy Kid”
May 06, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Kit Dale has become one of the most recognizable personalities in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu thanks to his humor, creativity, and laid-back approach to the sport. But behind the entertaining videos and...
Fabio Gurgel Explains Why BJJ Beginners Should Learn Self-Defense Before Sport Jiu-Jitsu
May 06, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
For many people, their first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class can feel overwhelming. They walk into the academy with little understanding of the sport, hoping to learn how to defend themselves and gain...
Buchecha Explains Why World Titles Aren’t The Most Important Thing: “The Friendships…”
May 06, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
For most athletes, success is measured through championships, medals, and accomplishments. But according to Marcus Buchecha Almeida, those things eventually lose their importance. What truly lasts,...
Felipe Costa Shares How To Become Good At BJJ: “I Think This Is True”
May 03, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Want to become good at BJJ? There are plenty of things to think about – some more complicated than others. However, there are some that you can, 100%, be vigilant about every single time you step...
John Danaher Shares Advice For Coaches: “This Is What Students Need”
May 03, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Being a coach in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is no easy task. Taking care to explain everything properly, to plan your sessions before they begin, and then to provide direction while drills and sparring are...
Dean Lister: “Jiu-Jitsu Was Tougher Back Then – But Better Today”
Apr 22, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
What was Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu like 20 or 30 years ago? According to Dean Lister, it was a completely different world. One that demanded more toughness, more travel, and a willingness to deal with the...
Vinicius Draculino: “A Lot Of People Think That They Know The Basics, But They Really Don’t”
Feb 12, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Vinicius “Draculino” Magalhães is a part of the “golden generation” of BJJ – and the first person to open a Gracie Barra academy outside of Rio de Janeiro. Today, he is...
John Danaher On The Importance Of Goal-Setting: “Effort Is No Guarantee Of Success”
Jan 28, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Maximizing your potential in Jiu-Jitsu is not just about showing up and training for the sole purpose of training itself. But it is also – if not even more so – about having specific goals...
Dean Lister Shares How He Consistently Got Better At BJJ: “I Am Sure This Was Frustrating To Others…”
Jan 26, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
There is no shortcut to making consistent progress in Jiu-Jitsu. You have to stay consistent on the mats, put in the work, address your weak points, and approach rolling strategically – not just...
Caio Terra Shares The One Quality You Must Have To Succeed In Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 14, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
There are a lot of different qualities a BJJ practitioner must possess in order to reach success on the mats. And the most important one, according to Caio Terra, is the willingness to push against...
Rafael Lovato Jr. Shares Story Behind His College Wrestling Debut At 42: “I Manifested This”
Jan 07, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
When Rafael Lovato Jr. announced that he would be stepping into collegiate wrestling competition at 42 years old, many people assumed it was a decision planned across a long period of time. According...
Inside Falcons MMA in Dubai: Abdelrahman Aliess on Building a Family-First BJJ Academy
Sep 04, 2025BJJEE
A black belt coach in Dubai shares his journey, the rise of UAE Jiu-Jitsu, and his vision for Falcons MMA as a home for champions and complete martial artists. Abdelrahman Aliess is not just a...
Exclusive: Rafael Lovato Jr. On Legacy, Longevity, And The Fire That Never Fades
Jul 15, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
At 42 years old, Rafael Lovato Jr. just made history — again. By winning the final missing title at the Brazilian No-Gi Nationals, he became the first athlete ever to win every major IBJJF/CBJJ...
Serbia’s Stefan Lazarevic Wins World Pro Titles at Blue & Purple Belt After Just 3 Years of Training in UAE
Dec 11, 2024BJJEE
In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Stefan Lazarevic, a rising star in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community, whose journey from humble beginnings in Serbia to the competitive mats of Dubai is...
Caio Terra Reveals What He Did To Be Able To Earn a BJJ Black Belt in 3 Years of Training
Jun 10, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Caio Terra is one of the best roosterweight Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes in the world. He is a 12x BJJ black belt world champion who has earned his black belt in… Wait for it… Three...
Caio Terra: “Jiu-Jitsu Is Not The Healthiest Thing To Do When You Do It Too Much”
Apr 23, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to succeed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – whatever “success” means to you – you’ll need to be willing to push through a lot of hard work and quite a bit of...
Caio Terra’s Precious Advice For Those Worried About Getting Promoted
Apr 10, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Sure, we get it. You want to be promoted to the next belt level – heck, you might even feel that you’re ready for it. But the promotion isn’t coming and you’re kind of...
Lachlan Giles Reveals How To Improve In BJJ With Limited Time
Apr 10, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Wouldn’t it be great if all you could do during the day is train, think, and watch stuff about Jiu-Jitsu? Well, there’s other stuff that needs attending to. Such as your family, your...
Buchecha Shares His Secret To Success: “Doesn’t Matter If It’s In Your Sport, In Your Personal Life…”
Apr 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
With 13 BJJ black belt world titles and 2 ADCC championship titles to his name, as well as being one of the top ranked ONE Championship MMA fighters, Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida is among...
Jeff Glover Shares Advice For Young Grapplers: “Don’t Be A Beta”
Mar 28, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Jeff Glover is one of the best and most exciting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes to ever do it. His style and outspoken nature have turned him into a fan-favorite for many – and he’s got...
Felipe Pena Reveals That People Didn’t Believe In His Success: “Being An Athlete Is Very Hard”
Mar 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
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?
Mar 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
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?...
