Europeans: Faria & Nogueira Close Out Absolute, Luanna To Meet Michelle in Final
Jan 27, 2013BJJEE
Day 3 of the 2013 European Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship was a day full of action. Juveniles and masters & seniors took the stage. After them, it was the turn of the stars to play at the...
Make Your Half Guard Unpassable with SBG’s Matt Thornton
Feb 22, 2025BJJEE
Many BJJ practitioners have made a career out of forcing an underhook from half guard and using it to sweep or take the back. This is a staple approach for many elite-level grapplers, including Lucas...
Old Man Jiu-Jitsu: Is it Effective?
Feb 09, 2025BJJEE
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 to Get Ridiculously Strong for Jiu-Jitsu without Lifting Weights
Jan 02, 2025BJJEE
Building Strength for BJJ Without Weights: Proven Strategies and Examples Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that heavily emphasizes technique and functional strength over sheer muscle mass. For...
Guard Passer or Guard Player? A Guide To Picking Your BJJ Style
Dec 23, 2024BJJEE
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...
Specialist or Well-Rounded Approach to Grappling: Which Path Should You Choose
Nov 24, 2024grappler z
When developing your grappling game, a fundamental question arises: should you become ultra-specialized in a specific area or strive to be as versatile as possible? Both approaches have their merits...
Four Ways To Make Your Opponent Make a Mistake in Grappling
Nov 09, 2024BJJEE
Photo by Daria Kochetkova Photography. IG: Tebezvonu. Don’t react to your opponent. Make your opponent react to you. Reactions can be predicted, and taken advantage of. Guest post by Belgian...
How Much Of Your Jiu-Jitsu Is Influenced By Your Instructor’s Style?
Aug 19, 2024BJJEE
Ever wonder what influence your instructor will have in the long term over your Jiu Jitsu? If you will become technically similar to him, perhaps have the same or better success? In this article we...
How to Defeat Someone Much Better Than You in Jiu-Jitsu
Jul 12, 2024BJJEE
People often ask, “How can I defeat someone who’s better than me?” This is a common question instructors hear frequently. You might be wondering the same thing. The answer lies in...
John Danaher On Benefits of Training Exhausted & NEVER Taking Any Rest Rounds
Jul 07, 2024BJJEE
In order for BJJ competitors to improve, they need to give it their all during training sessions. During training, if you sit out a round because you’re tired, it’s a waste of precious training...
Ultimate Guide To The Cradle Pass In BJJ
Apr 24, 2024BJJEE
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...
The Perfect Game Plan to Defeat a Half Guard Player In BJJ
Apr 13, 2024BJJEE
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...
The Best Pressure Passers in Jiu-Jitsu Past & Present
Mar 31, 2024BJJEE
Pressure passing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a technique characterized by the use of controlled, relentless pressure to pass an opponent’s guard and achieve a more dominant position. This style...
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...
Developing Transitions: The Secret of all the Best BJJ Competitors in the World
Mar 22, 2024BJJEE
The transition between standing techniques and ground techniques are rarely taught in BJJ. This is a small window of opportunity that is often neglected in BJJ. Capitalising on this moment is a...
Reality: Is There An Age That Is Too Old To Start Jiu-Jitsu?
Mar 06, 2024BJJEE
Starting BJJ training in your 40’s and 50’s can be a daunting task. Add to that being a un-athletic lightweight, and you are in for a world of pain… Especially since you will be...
Which Are The Best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies in the World?
Feb 27, 2024BJJEE
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been gaining immense popularity worldwide, attracting enthusiasts from various backgrounds. As the sport evolves and grows, the demand for high-quality training academies has...
The Time a 17yr old Gordon Ryan Competed Against Someone 3x His Weight
Feb 27, 2024BJJEE
“How can I beat someone better than me?” instructors get this question a lot and you might be wondering the same thing too. The answer is to be specialized in one area, either technical...
What is the Ideal Age to Start Jiu-Jitsu in Order to Become a BJJ World Champion?
Feb 22, 2024BJJEE
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...
BJJ Legend Ricardo Almeida Says BJJ Instructionals Aren’t Enough: “You Still Need A Professor”
Jan 22, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
It seems like there’s no limit to what you can learn today – all because of the power of the Internet. And that’s no different when it comes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. YouTube...
John Danaher Shows A Double Leg Setup from Half Guard
Jan 13, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Many BJJ practitioners have made a career from forcing an under hook half guard and sweeping or taking the back. This is a common method of playing guard used by a lot of elite level grapplers such...
Could Pulling Guard BeThe Best Defense Against Knife Attack?
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE
Pulling guard in the BJJ world is often ridiculed by Judoka and Wrestlers who see it as a cowardly way to face someone. Nowadays with the rules of sport BJJ, you can win matches with very little...
Why Do So Many Nerds Flock To a Sport Like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE
If you look around at martial arts classes, you may be surprised to find that many of the people taking classes are nerds. That’s because Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has become a popular sport for...
Don’t Quit! Surviving The Constant Grind of Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 04, 2024BJJEE
You’re on the mat, pushing through a tough roll. You feel like you could give up at any moment, but you keep pushing yourself and soon enough the round is over. You feel exhilarated and proud...
