Boston Celtics Coach Joe Mazzulla Trains Jiu-Jitsu To Stay Calm During Stressful Situations
Jun 13, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Joe Mazzulla is the head coach of the Boston Celtics NBA team which is currently on its way to winning another NBA title – and he trains Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in order to stay calm during...
Jasmine Rocha: “You Don’t Have To Be Good At Jiu-Jitsu”
May 26, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Do you ever feel stressed out because you don’t feel that you’re as good at Jiu-Jitsu as you wished you were? Well, Jasmine Rocha – daughter of the legendary Vagner Rocha –...
Gordon Ryan: “I Make More Money from Jiu-Jitsu Than Most UFC Champions”
May 22, 2024BJJEE
Gordon Ryan earns a substantial income from his Jiu-Jitsu career, primarily through various revenue streams. His earnings from competitions alone amount to around $200,000 per year. However, this is...
Craig Jones Shares The Rules Of Training At B-Team – And It’s Hilarious
May 20, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: B-Team YouTube channel Want to visit the B-Team and train with them… Even though you’re a hobbyist? You can! Craig Jones says that there’s no need to contact him nor...
Keenan Cornelius: “The Only Way To Thrive In BJJ Is To Operate A BJJ Academy”
Apr 22, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
A lot of people who train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu would, at least in part, like to earn money from the Gentle Art. And while that is possible, not a lot of BJJ students get to make a living from it....
Tom DeBlass’s Advice for Young BJJ Athletes: “Competing Doesn’t Pay The Bills”
Apr 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re a young BJJ athlete who wants to make a name for himself in the sport? More importantly, you want to make a living off of Jiu-Jitsu – and you’re highly motivated to make...
Jiu-Jitsu & Mental Health: “BJJ Makes You Feel Like Nothing Can Beat You”
Apr 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Evolve MMA Anyone who’s spent any time training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has noticed the tremendous benefits it carries… And not just in regards to physical health; but,...
Fabio Gurgel: “It’s Much More Important To Become A Good Person Than To Become A Great Champion”
Apr 05, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
No matter what you accomplish (or not) on your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey, you’ll still leave an impact on the people you’ve trained with and competed against. One way or another, you’ll have...
Opinion: BJJ White Belts Shouldn’t Have Their Own “Style”
Mar 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Being a BJJ white belt is a stressful period in one’s Jiu-Jitsu life. It’s full of failures, doubts about whether or not you’re really “cut out” for this martial...
Who Should Be Cleaning The Mats In A BJJ School?
Mar 29, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Having clean mats in a BJJ school is incredibly important. It lowers the chances of something like ringworm from happening in the first place… And when someone does get ringworm or similar, clean...
Jocko Willink Shares Similarities Between BJJ Athletes & Special Forces Operators
Mar 29, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Jocko Willink is a BJJ black belt and a former Navy SEAL. As such, you can rest assured that he knows a thing or two about rolling and being on the battlefield. But, what are the similarities between...
[Watch] BJJ Black Belt Squares Off Against An Alligator & Takes His Back
Mar 25, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
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....
The Real Reason Why Belt Rank Doesn’t Matter In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 25, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Yeah, you’ve probably heard others say it time and time again… That belt rank doesn’t matter in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. And yet, no matter how many times they say it, you still...
7 Tips For Getting Your BJJ Purple Belt Promotion
Mar 24, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Going from blue to the purple belt is not an easy task. Sure, you could’ve received your blue belt just on the basis of consistency, but if your purple belt is going to be worth anything…...
Fabio Gurgel: “Promoting A Student To Blue Belt Is One Of The Coolest Feelings A Coach Can Experience”
Mar 22, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Receiving your blue belt is one of the most important steps on your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey. For, it shows that you’ve managed to push through those initial obstacles and doubts… And...
John Danaher: “BJJ’s Greatest Gift Is The Idea Of Solving Problems Under Stress”
Mar 20, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
What’s the greatest gift you’ve received from Jiu-Jitsu? Is it the friendships? The health? Or the reward of feeling better after a stressful day at work? John Danaher believes that the greatest...
The Challenge Of Problem-Solving In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 19, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Ever wondered why Jiu-Jitsu attracts so many “nerds”? Well, one of the reasons is the beautiful problem-solving aspect of Jiu-Jitsu. It’s about having to figure out the solution to...
3 Benefits Of Travelling The World To Compete In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 18, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Competing in Jiu-Jitsu is a natural step when seeking evolution and growth within the sport. It frees you from the safe confines of your local gym, pits you against new and challenging foes, and...
Tom Hardy: “Training BJJ Has Been Key To A Deeper Sense Of Calm For Me”
Mar 15, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu isn’t just about your physical health. Rather (and, perhaps, even more so), it’s about your mental health, too – which benefits a lot from the Gentle...
Why Is John Danaher Fascinated With Knives?
Mar 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
It’s common knowledge that Professor John Danaher, when promoting a student to the new belt rank, also gifts him/her a knife. For example, Nathalia Santoro was recently promoted to brown belt...
Robert Drysdale Explains What He Doesn’t Like About Modern BJJ Culture: “This New Set Of Values…”
Mar 10, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
When you take a look at what BJJ used to be back in the day and how it looks like today – which of the two “versions” do you like more? And no, not just in regards to the techniques...
Olympic Medalist Boxer Tries BJJ For 30 Days – Here Are His Thoughts
Feb 21, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Tony Jeffries is an Olympic bronze medalist boxer who recently took it upon himself to try out Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for 30 days… And to see just how good he could get at the end of that 30-day...
Rafael Lovato Jr. Reveals That He’s The Person Who Coined The Term “Headquarters” In BJJ
Feb 21, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The Headquarters in Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most often utilized ones, and for good reason – it’s a dominant one and fantastic for guard passing. But did you know that it was actually...
“Jiu-Jitsu Is Not An Easy Lifestyle, It’s A Difficult Lifestyle” – Caio Terra On Success In BJJ
Feb 19, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
No matter how much you love Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, if you want to succeed in it as a competitor… It’s not going to be an easy path. Far from it. Caio Terra knows that well. As a 12-time...
