Zoltan Bathory: “I Hired BJJ Black Belts For Band Security So I Could Train On The Road”
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
How dedicated are you really to training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… Especially when things like work get in the way of everyday training? Well, Zoltan Bathory – founder and rhythm guitarist of...
Josh Hinger: “Belt Ranks, Degrees, And Competition Wins Don’t Accurately Measure BJJ Success”
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Josh Hinger is one of the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes today… And he has recently received yet another acknowledgement for his successes – a promotion to the rank of a 3rd degree...
Nicholas Meregali Talks Sleeping With 100 Women: “Not Better Than Sleeping With A Woman You Love”
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Nicholas Meregali has never been the kind of athlete to shy away from sharing his thoughts on whichever topic it may be. And, well, one of his most recent posts had both given rise to discussion and...
The Difference Between ‘Regular’ & Dagestani Grappling: “If You’re On Your Back, You’re Losing”
Jan 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Have you ever wondered, what it would be like to grapple with athletes from Dagestan? If you have the chance to experience that, you should definitely go for it – because there’s nothing...
Giancarlo Bodoni Shares What It’s Like To Train Under John Danaher
Jan 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
A lot of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes would, if they had an opportunity present itself, like to train under John Danaher. However, what is it actually like to train under one of the best coaches of...
Mikey Musumeci Talks Hygiene Issues In BJJ: “Some Guys Haven’t Showered In Days”
Jan 28, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci has recently voiced his concerns over hygiene standards within the BJJ community. Specifically, he shared his experiences with poor hygiene practices he has encountered in various BJJ...
Nicholas Meregali Lived In A BJJ Academy For 5 Years: “No Structure, No Privacy”
Jan 21, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to succeed at something, you’ll often have to give it your all. And that means not just what you’re used to giving – but even more than that. You’ll do whatever...
Gordon Ryan Answers If Sambo Is Better Than Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 20, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Is sambo better than Jiu-Jitsu? Well, if you ask Gordon Ryan, it kind of is… At least in MMA. Here’s what Ryan had to say about the “age old question” in a recent conversation...
Hollywood Actress Kristen Bell Trains Jiu-Jitsu: “I Could Break Your Arm”
Jan 20, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Kristen Bell Instagram Kristen Bell, Hollywood actress known for her roles in the likes of “Frozen” and “The Good Place”, has joined the ranks of celebrities...
Rener Gracie: “People Who Know How To Fight Are Least Likely To Get Into One”
Jan 18, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Ever noticed how the people who are most skilled on the mats are, more often than not, the calmest ones as well? It’s as if they’d never get into a physical altercation on the...
How To Make Gi Jiu-Jitsu As Popular As No-Gi? Felipe Pena Shares His Thoughts
Jan 16, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Some people prefer the gi, while others prefer training in no-gi. That’s a given and there’s nothing right nor wrong with any of the two choices. However, it’s evident that no-gi is...
Bjj World Champ Delipe Costa: “I Lost So Many Times & In All Kinds Of Different Situations”
Jan 15, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Felipe Costa is one of the greatest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitors of his generation… However, before he reached this level of success, he had to push through a lot of failure. In fact, Costa...
Enson Inoue Explains Why He Demoted Himself To Purple Belt: “There’s No Humility In This”
Jan 13, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
MMA legend Enson Inoue has recently revealed why he chose to demote himself from BJJ black belt to purple belt back in 2016… And no, it doesn’t have anything to do with...
Roger Gracie Names His Biggest Jiu-Jitsu Opponents: “He Is By Far The Most Technical”
Jan 12, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
In a recent episode of the “Connect Cast” podcast, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Roger Gracie reflected on his illustrious career – sharing insights into his journey. And well, among...
How Much Money Will There Be In BJJ In 10-15 Years? Gordon Ryan Shares His Opinion
Jan 12, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is growing at a rapid rate among hobbyist athletes, and it seems that it will continue growing at that rate for some time… But the question is: how big will it grow when it...
Wellington “Megaton” Dias Explains How He Maintains A High BJJ Technical Level For Decades
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, few names resonate as profoundly as the celebrated Wellington “Megaton” Dias. He’s been a top competitor for years – and has maintained...
Bernardo Faria Shares Lifelong BJJ Training Advice: “Even If It’s Not Your Main Focus…”
Jan 05, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
It could be argued that a vast majority of BJJ practitioners would like to keep practicing the Gentle Art for as long as possible. To keep training for a long time. But how are you supposed to go...
Bibiano Fernandes Thinks Back To The Time When He’d Sleep On The Mats: “We Trained A Lot”
Jan 03, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Bibiano Fernandes – 5th-degree BJJ black belt – has a journey from the mats of Manaus, Amazonas, to the global stage that is a story of determination and skill. Fernandes is currently...
The Emotional Reason Mica Galvao Started Training BJJ: “Jiu-Jitsu Was Something He Never Missed”
Dec 30, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
At the age of just 20 years old, Mica Galvao is already as a formidable force in the world of Jiu-Jitsu. And, well, his journey in BJJ began when he was just two years old – a decision he took...
How Johnatha Alves Became An AJP Champion: “Every Challenge & Defeat…”
Dec 29, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
In the world of Jiu-Jitsu, the journey to the top is filled with challenges and triumphs alike. This has certainly been the story of Johnatha Alves – who rose to become the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam...
Thomas Bracher Opens First ATOS Affiliate In The United Kingdom
Dec 28, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
In a significant move for the UK’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu scene, Thomas Bracher – a prominent English BJJ competitor – has established the first ATOS affiliate in the United Kingdom!...
Renzo Gracie: “Jiu-Jitsu Is A Way Of Life”
Dec 27, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, few names resonate as profoundly as the one of Renzo Gracie. For Renzo, Jiu-Jitsu transcends being “just” a martial art or a sport – it is an...
Travel & Compete: Competing At AJP Events Is Your Window To The World
Dec 12, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
So you’d like to compete more, right? That’s great, but why not step out of your comfort zone even further… And start traveling a bit around the world – and compete in...
Ruotolo Bros Wanted To Stop Training BJJ When They Were 12: “Andre Ignited Our Passion For It Again”
Nov 03, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Ruotolo bros are some of the most elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes in the world. They’ve been training for a long time – ever since they were young kids… But when they were 11...
