ADCC Bans Slams & Kani Basami Takedowns From Open Tournaments
Apr 03, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
In a somewhat surprising turn of events, the ADCC has decided to ban slams and the Kani Basami (i.e. the Leg Scissor Takedown) – from their open tournaments. However, the slams will still be...
Leaked: Wrestler Offering $1,000 Takedown Challenge Gets Taken Down—But Still Denies It
Mar 14, 2025BJJEE
Wrestler Offers $1,000 Takedown Challenge, Denies Ever Being Taken Down Despite Viral Footage. Social media wrestling sensation Georgio Poullas remains adamant that no one has ever successfully taken...
Ways to Train Takedowns Without The High Risk of Injury
Nov 03, 2024grappler z
Guest post by James Duscio, a BJJ black belt under Walter cascao vital and runs cascao bjj hard knocks out of Las Vegas nv. One of the most commonly neglected aspects of training for a BJJ...
Fake Low, Go High & Fake High, Go Low; Using Level Change Fakes to Set Up Takedowns
Oct 24, 2024BJJEE
Learn how to use level change fakes to set up takedowns with two effective techniques: faking low and going high, and faking high and going low. Properly executed level change fakes can be used to...
Satoshi Ishii Claims That The Leg Takedowns Ban In Judo Was Politically Motivated
Oct 24, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Olympic gold medalist judoka Satoshi Ishii has openly criticized the rule changes in judo that eliminated leg grabs and double leg takedowns… Arguing that these changes were politically...
BJJ Takedown 101: The Snap Down
Oct 19, 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...
Aikido Master Develops Anti-Takedown System
Sep 01, 2024grappler z
Aikido is often seen by other martial artists as more of a philosophical art instead of an effective martial arts/ combat sport. There are many benefits by physically and psychologically to training...
Help! My BJJ Instructor Doesn’t Teach Stand-Up or Takedowns
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE
Takedowns are one of the most impressive aspects of grappling, showcasing aggressiveness, physical attributes, timing, and skill. Despite their importance, takedowns are often neglected in training,...
The 5 Most Efficient Takedowns For Older Grapplers
Jul 15, 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...
Craig Jones Exposes Islam Makhachev’s Secret Cheating Tactics For Setting Up Takedowns in the UFC
Jun 16, 2024BJJEE
BJJ champion Craig Jones has recently called out Islam Makhachev for using questionable tactics in a grappling instructional video. Known for his candid and often humorous commentary, Jones...
30 Best No Gi Takedowns For Those That are Terrible at Takedowns
Apr 24, 2024BJJEE
If you have no knowledge of takedowns, which is a nice way of saying that you suck takedowns, you may want to look at these options. Kyle Cerminara of Long Island MMA shows us 30 of his favorite...
Bo Nickal Teaches His Wrestling Takedown System for Grappling
Apr 17, 2024BJJEE
Bo Nickal, an American professional mixed martial artist and decorated wrestler, shares his extensive knowledge on grappling and takedown techniques in a detailed tutorial for grapplers of all...
The Gi Takedown Mighty Mouse Used Against a Much Larger Opponent at Pans
Apr 12, 2024BJJEE
In a remarkable display of skill and technique, Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson, a seasoned MMA fighter and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt, showcased a stunning Single Leg takedown at...
Kit Dale: “Not Being Good At Takedowns Comes With Many Problems”
Apr 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Yeah, we get it – you’re not that good with takedowns. You never were and you, kind of, believe that takedowns just aren’t your “thing”. But here’s the problem: if...
This Crazy Helicopter Takedown Actually Works Well On BJJ Guys With Low Stance & Stiff Arms
Apr 04, 2024BJJEE
Takedowns are the mark of all grappling sports (Judo, Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, Sambo etc). They all rely on taking the fight to the ground, regardless of what you do afterwards. Takedowns can be a tough...
Terere’s Top Tips For Improving Your Takedowns for Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 24, 2024BJJEE
Photo: Jair Sinistro Lacerda Fernando “Tererê” Augusto is one of the most exciting and influential jiu jitsu competitors to ever step on to the tatami. A multiple time world champion at...
Setting Up Leandro Lo’s Signature Double Leg Takedown in the Gi
Mar 22, 2024BJJEE
In the 2022 IBJJF world championship finals match against Isaque Bahiense, the late Leandro Lo was able to hit his signature double leg takedown off a double collar grips. Here we see Lo’s...
Best Judo Takedowns for Bouncers From Shintaro Higashi’s Own Experience Working the Door
Mar 14, 2024BJJEE
When working as a part of law enforcement – or at any sort of a security job, such as working as a bouncer – it’s a good idea to learn at least some Judo, Jiu-Jitsu or Wrestling… As it will...
This is Why Clinch Takedowns Work Best Against Stronger Opponents
Mar 13, 2024BJJEE
Upper body throws and takedowns look cool for the audience (and it’s DEFINITELY not fun for the guy landing on the mat) but that’s not why. There is real strategy going into this game plan!...
John Danaher Demonstrates A Fantastic Body Lock Takedown Variation
Mar 10, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
To get the Body Lock Takedown, you first have to establish double underhooks – close the distance, pummel inside, and get your grip. However, do not stay square to the other person. As you get the...
“The Schoolyard Shove” – Great Way To Set Up Takedowns
Mar 10, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Wrestling is one of the most rewarding martial arts in the world. It provides many opportunities for fun competitions while teaching you values that will stick with you for the rest of your life,...
Watch: Jon Jones Teaches His 4 Favorite Takedowns to Amazed Audience
Mar 06, 2024BJJEE
During his visit to the Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA gym in Phuket, Thailand, MMA superstar Jon ‘Bones’ Jones held an impromptu seminar where he shared some of his favorite takedown...
The “Overwrap Uki Waza” Is One Of The Easiest Takedowns For BJJ Athletes
Mar 05, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Do you struggle with takedowns in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? A lot of BJJ athletes certainly do struggle with this aspect of their game, especially in the gi. If that’s been the case for you as well,...
John Danaher On What’s Wrong with BJJ Takedowns?
Mar 05, 2024BJJEE
John Danaher, the highly respected Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach , delves into the shortcomings of takedowns in BJJ. He identifies three primary issues: motivational, coaching, and training problems. 1....
