‘Creontism’: Came From Brazil, Doesn’t Make Sense in The West
Jan 27, 2017BJJEE
Guest post from Thomas Nadelhoffer the Grumpy Grappler, an Associate Professor of Philosophy, Psychology, and Neuroscience at College of Charleston (SC). When he’s not enjoying time with...
Sport Jiu-Jitsu International Federation Partners Up w/ Rio De Janeiro JJ Federation
Oct 10, 2016BJJEE
On October 4th, 2016 history was made in our sport and for the Sport Jiu-Jitsu International Federation with the partnering between our federation and the Federaçao de Jiu-Jitsu do estado do Rio de...
‘What I’ve Learned in My 40 Years’ -5th Degree Black Belt Phil Migliarese
Jul 02, 2016BJJEE
Phil “Jiu-Jitsu Matrix” Migliarese is currently a 5th degree Relson Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt with over 20 years of experience in BJJ and Mixed Martial Arts. A Gracie Worlds...
Steve Maxwell Jiu-Jitsu Seminar in Zagreb, Croatia 23/06
Jun 23, 2016BJJEE
Steve Maxwell is in Croatia and he’s ready to share some knowledge! Steve Maxwell is a physical educator, coach, martial artist and nomad. He is a 5th degree Jiu Jitsu blackbelt under Relson...
Emma Haci, 1st Woman in Balkans To Run a BJJ Academy
Jun 16, 2016BJJEE
Brazilian is growing fast in the Balkans region of Europe, with many new academies emerging in Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Albania, Slovenia, Macedonia, Bulgaria etc.. Emma Haci is...
Red Belt Pedro Valente Sr Passes Away at Age 78
May 28, 2016BJJEE
Pedro Valente Sr., famous plastic surgeon and student of Hélio Gracie since 1953, has passed away today at the age of 78. He was the father of the Valente brothers: Pedro Jr, Joaquim and...
‘Creontism’: Jiu-Jitsu’s Biggest Hypocrisy
May 28, 2016BJJEE
The term creonte originated within Brazilian jiu-jitsu organizations in Brazil to refer to a student who either is, or perceived to be, disloyal to a particular school or organization,...
Top 10 Most Loved People in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Apr 05, 2016BJJEE
The rapid expansion of bjj also means facing some controversies but there were always a select few who are almost universally admired and respected. Whether it’s about talents,...
Henry Akins, Rickson Black Belt On Self Confidence & Dealing w/ Haters
Apr 01, 2016BJJEE
Henry Akins is Jiu Jitsu master instructor, the third American to receive a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt from legendary fighter Rickson Gracie. He is a notable Vegan Athlete and former...
The Top 5 International BJJ Training Facilities Preparing Fighters for MMA
Mar 29, 2016BJJEE
It’s fair to say that BJJ Eastern Europe wouldn’t exist without the number of quality training facilities scattered across the continent, yet that’s not to say any of us need...
8th Degree Red & White Belt Ricardo Murgel: ‘Always Be A Student of Our Jiu-Jitsu’
Mar 29, 2016BJJEE
BJJEE had the honour of interviewing a true Gentleman of Jiu-Jitsu: 8th degree red and white belt, Ricardo Murgel. He is the founder and master of Union Team and has affiliates worldwide,...
2016 Pan: Saulo Ribeiro’s Come From Behind Win vs Roberto Godoi
Mar 23, 2016BJJEE
Saulo Ribeiro and Roberto Godoi have been facing each other in the finals of every single Pan and World Master for the past 5 years. Saulo has won every encountering very close matches. Both...
Wrestling Legend Mark Schultz Promoted to BJJ Black Belt by Pedro Sauer
Mar 16, 2016BJJEE
Olympic and 2-time World champion freestyle wrestler, Mark Schultz, whose life story was featured in the movie ‘Foxcatcher’ has just been promoted to Jiu-Jitsu black belt by...
Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club’s Marcus Vinicius On His Celebrity Students & His Plans For BJJ In Russia
Oct 24, 2015BJJEE
Owner of Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu club, Marcus Vinicius Di Lucia spoke to BJJ Eastern Europe about his plans and his latest news: 1. Hi Professor Marcus, can you please introduce yourself to the BJJ...
Top 10 Best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Songs (Part 2)
Sep 09, 2015BJJEE
Check out some of these great songs with a BJJ theme. Enjoy and make sure to put them in your mix tape at the BJJ academy! Here are the songs from the first top 10. 10. Jose Aldo entrance...
Guybson Sa, Holds Victories Over Buchecha & Rodolfo & Has a Unique BJJ Lineage
Aug 19, 2015BJJEE
Have you ever heard of Guybson Sa? He might be BJJ most underrated competitor. Guybson holds big wins over elite grapplers such as Rodolfo Vieira, Marcus Buchecha, Jeff Monson and...
Watch How Different Jiu-Jitsu is when Sparring with Strikes
Jul 21, 2015BJJEE
In the majority of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies around the world, they will teach you the sport aspect of Jiu-Jitsu. This means no strikes, and little self defense, but more focus on...
History Of Luta Livre & Reasons For Lack Of “Mainstream” Popularity
Jul 05, 2015BJJEE
Luta Livre seems to be the forgotten son of the grappling arts. Its “big brother” rival Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has had the tremendous success that we all know, and has...
Internet Poll Results for “Who is the top “Self Defense”/”Street” BJJ teacher?”
Jun 09, 2015BJJEE
A poll from the popular mma.tv forums asking “Who is the top “Self Defense”/”Street” bjj teacher? put GM Relson Gracie on the first place with 34,8%,...
Chuck Norris Promoted to 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt
May 31, 2015BJJEE
Long term BJJ black belt Chuck Norris (75 years old), yesterday received his 3rd degree. Mr Norris was partly responsible for bringing over some Gracies to the USA. He wrote on his...
Rodolfo Vieira: ‘I’d Rather Lose Than Win by Using That Sh*tty 50/50 Guard’
Mar 15, 2015BJJEE
The current Super Heavy world champion Rodolfo Vieira was not present at the Pan this year but he has been following the action on Live Stream. He wasn’t impressed by what he has...
Watch: Would You Be Able To Muscle Out of a Rear Naked Choke From Miesha Tate?
Mar 04, 2015BJJEE
Would you be able to muscle out and defend Miesha Tate’s rear naked choke? Miesha Tate’s former strength and conditioning thought he could just peel off her arms. Miesha had...
Watch What Happens When MMA Fighter Talks Trash about BJJ & Faces Eldar ‘Yakuza’
Mar 02, 2015BJJEE
Eldar “Yakuza” Rafigaev is one of the biggest European BJJ prospects. This Half Moldovan Half Russian purple belt fighting out of Jungle BJJ in Czech Republic is a competition...
Chico Mendes on BJJ in Uk & Germany & Daniel Cormier’s Jiu-Jitsu Level
Nov 07, 2014BJJEE
Checkmat co-founder Chico Mendes talked to Emir Alagic of BJJ Eastern Europe and discussed the growth of his academy in Bristol, UK, Checkmat in Germany , and about MMA fighters jumping...
