Roger Gracie And Buchecha Square Off To a Submission Victory at Gracie Pro
Jul 23, 2017BJJEE
Metamoris had it’s ups and downs but one definitive upside was a really cool match they put together – the one between GOAT Roger Gracie and a fierce modern age king of absolute...
Indian BJJ Scene Reacts To Blue Belt Affair and Talks What BJJ Needs To Thrive There
Jul 23, 2017BJJEE
Early this month we learned all about the one day mma seminar in India which resulted in multiple people receiving blue belts in brazilian jiu-jitsu. BJJ Blue Belt Scam in India Led by...
Rickson Gracie Defines The Line Between White And Blue Belt Level
Jul 22, 2017BJJEE
Many consider Rickson one of the greatest BJJ practitioners of all time, he’s certainly one of the most respected across the board. Son of Grand Master Helio Gracie proved his...
9 Year Old Born Without Limbs Finds Success in Wrestling
Jul 16, 2017BJJEE
Wrestling mats are where 9 Year old Long Beach Born Isaiah Bird feels best. In his fifth year on the wrestling team, Isaiah went 27-12. “I just keep going on,” he said. “[I...
Ben Askren Calls Maia’s Takedown Game Basic, Says He doesn’t stand a chance
Jul 16, 2017BJJEE
The anticipation for the Welterweight title fight between Demian Maia and Tyron Woodley has everyone excited. The good match of skills, as perceived by most but not by wrestling boy...
ACB Jiu Jitsu Crowns Winners in Black Belt Division
Jul 15, 2017BJJEE
ACB Jiu-jitsu has crowned winners of all black belts divisions just one day before holding the grand prix. Winners are: 60 kg. – Caio Terra 65 kg. – Fernando Pena 75 kg. – Gabriel...
Gordon Ryan Responds To Danis’ Diss: “Pretty sure you’re 0-2 against us p*ssies”
Jul 11, 2017BJJEE
Dillon Danis interview with Ariel Helwani is the gift that keeps on giving. There Danis explains the penalites he’s received before from Marcelo, his peculiar haircut and why you...
55 Year Old Woman Helps A Law Enforcement Officer Restrain Belligerent Suspect
Jul 10, 2017BJJEE
We frequently hear about altercations and the reluctance of spectators to engage and help the Police Officers do their job or even other victims. However in Baton Roge, Louisiana an...
Drysdale Slams Rickson: Berimbolo is no different from many of the techniques he practices, and teaches, himself.
Jul 08, 2017BJJEE
It seems like in every interview lately Rickson Gracie has been hammering the point that grips slow down the game, advantages are killing competitions and unsavory moves that have...
Rickson Gracie Just Got Promoted To Red Belt
Jul 07, 2017BJJEE
Rickson Gracie is perhaps the biggest living legend of jiu-jitsu. Rickson was promoted by his older brother Rorion. The promotion was live streamed over Rorion’s facebook: A...
Mainstream Media Calls BJJ “Aggro Work Out” That’s Taking Over Hollywood
Jul 05, 2017BJJEE
Jiu–jitsu has been gaining traction in the main stream media yet it’s still often somewhat misinterpreted. Such was the case with the recent feature in hollywood reporter....
These Are The Most Effective BJJ Moves For A Street Fight
Jul 05, 2017BJJEE
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Weidman Gives 1st Person Account Of What Happened with Cyborg and Magana and Why He Stayed Out
Jul 04, 2017BJJEE
UFC’s athlete retreat was all over the news when an altercation between the two fighters got physical. Chris Weirdman had front row seats for the entire thing and was a little...
How Many Famous Grapplers/Fighters Smoke Cigarettes
Jul 02, 2017BJJEE
Smoking has become somewhat a taboo in the mainstream culture. The UFC, now owned by top Hollywood bigwigs can be seen promoting the healthy lifestyle but still over the years there were quite a few...
Ontario Jiu-Jitsu Association Issues Statement, Hoping To Gain Recognition To Solve Criminalization
Jun 30, 2017BJJEE
There was quite a ruffle yesterday when we learned that bjj and grappling are on their way to being criminalized in Ontario. Ontario Will Be Criminalizing Amateur BJJ and Grappling Starting July 1st...
Nick Diaz Facing USADA Suspension Between 6 Months To 2 Years
Jun 30, 2017BJJEE
Nick Diaz may be in a serious trouble with US Anti Doping Agency. The older Diaz brother is now facing suspension due to failing to disclose his location on three separate occasions...
Ontario Will Be Criminalizing Amateur BJJ and Grappling Starting July 1st
Jun 29, 2017BJJEE
Some startling news are coming from Ontario, Canada. You might remember earlier this month Firas Zahabi explained how the ban of bjj in Montreal came to be: It appears as though 2...
Should The Ref Be Allowed To stop The Match Prior To Tapping/Going To Sleep?
Jun 26, 2017BJJEE
Last night has been quite interesting in terms of controversies. Not only was there metaphorical poop hitting the fan, they may have even been some literal one. Still Dana White is...
Freddie Prinze Jr: Jiu-Jitsu Is The Best Martial Art For Women, That’s Why My Daughter Does it
Jun 18, 2017BJJEE
Actor Freddie Prinze Jr. (husband of Sarah Michelle Gellar) is among the growing list of celebrities who practice Jiu Jitsu. He’s been a practitioner for several years. ...
Whatever Happened To Female BJJ & Why It’s Not Ok To Pile On Mackenzie Dern
Jun 16, 2017BJJEE
While the male grappling scene is constantly covered with every little tiff deemed significant it seems like female jiu-jitsu scene has been in a slump. In many ways 2017 was a...
Putin Thankful To Judo For His Mentality
Jun 08, 2017BJJEE
Russian President Vladimir Putin is a longtime judo practitioner and supporter. Russian president, Vladimir Putin, recently talked in depth about his life, and his favourite subjects...
Max Holloway Shares Emotional Tribute To Jose Aldo
Jun 08, 2017BJJEE
Over the weekend we had a chance to watch one of the most exciting bouts of the year – featherweight title fight between Max Holloway and Jose Aldo. And while the fight was fierce...
Gabi Garcia Scolds IBJJF For Not Recognizing The Achievement of Malfacine
Jun 07, 2017BJJEE
While there were many victors of World Championship 2017 – the organizers themselves were questioned by a multitude of athletes, coaches and spectators. Much of the attention was turned...
The 4 American Men That Won The IBJJF Worlds At Black Belt
Jun 06, 2017BJJEE
BJ Penn In 1997 Penn began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Ralph Gracie, eventually earning his purple belt from Gracie. At that point he moved to Nova União where he was...
