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[Watch] BJJ Black Belt Squares Off Against An Alligator & Takes His Back
Mar 25, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on [Watch] BJJ Black Belt Squares Off Against An Alligator & Takes His Back
Some days are weirder than others… But when you see a BJJ black belt square off against an alligator, well, that one is surely going to make it to the top of your “weird days” list....Neil Melanson Shows A Powerful Way To Take The Back From Turtle
Dec 01, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Neil Melanson Shows A Powerful Way To Take The Back From Turtle
It can be sometimes incredibly frustrating when your opponent turtles up, because it can seem that there’s no way you can open them up. And even less so, to take their back – which might...Jordan Preisinger Has The Best Armbar Setup (From The Back)
Nov 29, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Jordan Preisinger Has The Best Armbar Setup (From The Back)
When it comes to submission setups from the back, the first one that comes to mind is probably the Rear Naked Choke, right? It’s not really the Armbar… Which is something that you should...Jeff Glover Has Simple Advice For Better Jiu-Jitsu: “Block The Go Behind”
Nov 19, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Jeff Glover Has Simple Advice For Better Jiu-Jitsu: “Block The Go Behind”
What’s the absolute worst position to end up in if you’re on the receiving end in Jiu-Jitsu? Yeah – it’s getting your back taken. And yet, chances are that you let your...Here’s A Tricky Back Take From Bottom Half Guard – You’ve Got To Learn How To Do It
Nov 15, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Here’s A Tricky Back Take From Bottom Half Guard – You’ve Got To Learn How To Do It
Stuck in bottom Half Guard? Yeah… That’s not fun at all, isn’t it? Especially when you take into consideration that you’re not just feeling uncomfortable – but...Here Are 3 Ways To Escape Back Control In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Nov 12, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Here Are 3 Ways To Escape Back Control In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
If someone has your back in Jiu-Jitsu, you’re in deep trouble. Why? Because the back is the most dominant control of all in the Gentle Art – and you’re purely on the defensive....BJJ Technique You Have To Learn: Lasso To Arm Drag Back Take
Nov 09, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on BJJ Technique You Have To Learn: Lasso To Arm Drag Back Take
The Lasso Guard is one of those highly effective guards in Jiu-Jitsu that can make you super successful on the mats… And your training partners (as well as your opponents) super frustrated with...Garry Tonon Has A Cool Back Take From Standing In Jiu-Jitsu
Nov 06, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Garry Tonon Has A Cool Back Take From Standing In Jiu-Jitsu
As a general rule, you should stay away from techniques which seem fancy in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – and, rather, stick to those which actually work. But, every now and then, the fancy and...BJJ Advice: Unsure What To Do? Go For The Back
Oct 26, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on BJJ Advice: Unsure What To Do? Go For The Back
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art of many options. There are so many things that can happen during a roll, so many variations to any given situation, that you can never know what might happen...Gordon Ryan Shows How To Take The Back Against Outside Ashi
Oct 22, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Gordon Ryan Shows How To Take The Back Against Outside Ashi
If you’re rolling against a training partner who really likes going for Leg Locks, then you know how fun it can be… And, sometimes, how frustrating it can be as well. Which is why...This Back Take From K Guard Works Really Well
Oct 21, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on This Back Take From K Guard Works Really Well
There are a lot of ways to take the back in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. However, the most effective of ways are often, at the same time, the most unexpected of ways, too. For example – who of your...This Back Take Is Perfect Against Training Partners Who Love To Invert
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on This Back Take Is Perfect Against Training Partners Who Love To Invert
Do you have a training partner or two who just love to invert and attack your legs… More specifically, Heel Hooks and Kneebars? If so, then here is a neat little back take that they...Rayron Gracie Shows A Great Way To Escape Side Control (& Take The Back)
Oct 08, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rayron Gracie Shows A Great Way To Escape Side Control (& Take The Back)
Getting stuck in Side Control is no fun… Especially against someone who knows what they’re doing and especially if you’re pinned down in the gi. Luckily however, there are some...Demian Maia Shows A Cool Way To Take The Back In Jiu-Jitsu (From Butterfly Guard)
Sep 28, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Demian Maia Shows A Cool Way To Take The Back In Jiu-Jitsu (From Butterfly Guard)
The Butterfly Guard is a super versatile guard in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In fact, it’s so versatile that it’s useful not “just” for submission setups and sweeps – but also...This Is An Unstoppable Way To Take The Back From Closed Guard
Sep 24, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on This Is An Unstoppable Way To Take The Back From Closed Guard
Sure, the Closed Guard might not be the most exciting position to play in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… But it doesn’t have to be exciting to be effective, right? Because, there are a LOT of...Gordon Ryan Shows How To Take The Back After Failed Heel Hook Attempt
Sep 24, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Gordon Ryan Shows How To Take The Back After Failed Heel Hook Attempt
The Heel Hook is one of the most devastating submissions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. But, just like any other submission, it can be escaped with proper technique and timing. So, what happens when you...Here’s How To Escape The Worst Back Control (Top Side Triangle & Bottom Side Underhook)
Sep 15, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Here’s How To Escape The Worst Back Control (Top Side Triangle & Bottom Side Underhook)
It’s one thing to get stuck in back control, when your opponent puts their hooks in… And it’s a whole other thing when they triangle their legs. Not just because of the degree of...Giancarlo Bodoni Has A Great Knee Slice To Rolling Back Take Setup
Aug 20, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Giancarlo Bodoni Has A Great Knee Slice To Rolling Back Take Setup
The Knee Slice Pass is the bread and butter technique for many BJJ athletes. It works remarkably well with other passes and it offers you a chance to stay tight to your opponent while passing...Here’s A Simple Way To Ankle Lock From Back Control
Aug 19, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Here’s A Simple Way To Ankle Lock From Back Control
There are several things that constitute good back control in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For instance, getting your seatbelt grip is often the safest thing to do to establish control, while staying as...Dante Leon Shows The Double Leg Body Lock To The Back Setup
Aug 03, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Dante Leon Shows The Double Leg Body Lock To The Back Setup
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...Here’s How To Transition To Mount After Losing Back Control In BJJ
Jul 16, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Here’s How To Transition To Mount After Losing Back Control In BJJ
The Mount is the second-most dominant position you could get to in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. But it can also be extremely difficult to transition into. Namely, when you get to the back, your training...Roger Gracie Shows How To Open The Leg Against A Tight Turtle – And Get The Hook In
Jun 27, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Roger Gracie Shows How To Open The Leg Against A Tight Turtle – And Get The Hook In
The best moves in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are, arguably, the ones which aren’t (too) complicated – and that you can resort to more often than not. These high percentage techniques need to be learned...This Is How To Fake The Single Leg & Get To The Back
Jun 12, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on This Is How To Fake The Single Leg & Get To The Back
One way to transition from a single leg takedown to a back take in Jiu-Jitsu is by setting up the takedown first and then switching to the back control after securing the leg. To begin, shoot in for...This Is The Easiest Way To Take The Back On An Inverted Opponent
Apr 23, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on This Is The Easiest Way To Take The Back On An Inverted Opponent
The goal of every Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner should be to secure the back position during rolling or competing, due to its immense advantages. Not only does this provide an infinite amount of...