Gable Steveson Teaches A Super Simple Double Leg Setup
Jan 31, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Double leg takedown is probably the most utilized and high percentage takedown in MMA. And it is not only used in that sport, but also in many others like freestyle wrestling, BJJ, grappling, sambo,...
John Danaher Reveals 3 Crucial Concepts For No-Gi Takedowns
Jan 09, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
If you’d like to become more successful in no-gi takedowns, then you better go ahead and learn the 3 concepts that will make no-gi takedowns work more often than not. Takedowns are a must if...
Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza Shows Best Takedown Drills And Grips For Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 09, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Your takedowns could use some work, couldn’t they? Yup, it’s time to start improving them – and there’s no better way to do that than to focus on your grips and drills!...
Super Simple Way To Finish The Single Leg Takedown (Against Heavy Hips)
Jan 02, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Takedowns are a must if you want to dictate the pace of a match. Joe Rogan said that fighters with strong takedown games can push the pace better because the takedown threat is always looming. This...
BJJ Fundamentals: Basic Single Leg Takedown
Dec 27, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Having a good standup game in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a must if you want to become a complete BJJ athlete… Which is why it’s best to start working on your takedowns as soon as possible....
Finish The Single Leg Every Time With This Simple Leg Lift Technique
Dec 27, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Getting to the Single Leg is already hard… But getting the actual takedown can be even tougher. Especially if your opponent knows how to defend and if your favorite setup (i.e. probably...
Turn The Corner When Opponent Sprawls – And Finish The Takedown
Dec 26, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Double leg takedown is probably the most utilized and high percentage takedown in MMA. And it is not only used in that sport, but also in many others like freestyle wrestling, BJJ, grappling, sambo,...
Armdrag To Snapdown: Your New Favorite Takedown Technique
Dec 15, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Short on takedown techniques, especially in no-gi? Well, that sucks… Would be great if you could do something about it, wouldn’t it? Well, here’s a technique that you’re going...
No-Gi Takedowns: John Danaher Explains The Basics
Nov 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you prefer training no-gi… That’s alright – but what is not alright is not knowing how to set up and finish takedowns, as they’re quite different from their gi variant....
The “Lat Whip” Is One Of The Easiest Takedowns In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Oct 11, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
No matter what some may tell you, there’s no shame in being a guard puller. It’s a legit move and tactic to use in training and competition alike; so, as far as sports Jiu-Jitsu is...
Stop Telegraphing Your Double Legs. Try This Powerful Misdirection Double Instead
Sep 13, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Once you’ve gotten a bit more comfortable with wrestling and once you’ve learned a couple of basic takedowns, it is time to turn towards practicing „The Sweet Art of The Feint“; that...
John Danaher: “Even If You Pull Guard, You Need To Learn Takedowns”
Sep 01, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
No matter what some may tell you, there’s no shame in being a guard puller. It’s a legit move and tactic to use in training and competition alike; so, as far as sports Jiu-Jitsu is...
How Can You Improve Your Takedowns When Training in a BJJ Academy?
Aug 23, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you are an owner and/or a coach in a BJJ academy, it might be the case that your students haven’t done a lot of takedown training up until now. Whatever the reason for that may be, it...
BJJ Advice: Don’t Stop Mid-Sweep… Establish Top Position
Jul 27, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’ve been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at any length of time and are finally starting to understand it a bit, then you’ve probably heard your coach say something along the lines of:...
This Is The Simplest Single Leg Variation You’ll Learn – And You’ll Love It
Jul 09, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Ah, the Single Leg… We know, we know. You actually do like this takedown technique, even though you suck at it. But you’d still prefer to not be so bad at it, although it is – for...
Kit Dale: “Not Being Good At Takedowns Comes With Many Problems”
Jun 15, 2022BJJEE1 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...
Yoko Tomoe Nage – The Perfect Judo Throw For BJJ Practitioners
Jun 02, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Hey… We get it. Judo throws have never been your “thing” when it comes to BJJ. You’ve never felt comfortable with using them when you roll. Plus, when you face someone whose grips send the:...
This No-Gi Kouchi Gari Variation Is An Easy Takedown Option
May 27, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You know what they say: the simplest of solutions are often the best of solutions. Be it in life or on the mats. So, if you are having some life or grappling related problems, perhaps it’s time...
This Double Leg Variation Works Great For Taller Grapplers & MMA Fighters
Apr 04, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
The Double Leg takedown is one of the first takedowns you’ll learn in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. And rightfully so; it isn’t (too) complicated for the beginner grappler, while at the same time...
Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza Teaches Best Takedown Grips & Drills
Feb 26, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza is one of the most dominant Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes in history. His modern approach to the “game” is what inspired many to follow the same tracks;...
John Danaher: “These Are The Highest Percentage Takedowns in BJJ & MMA”
Feb 04, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Takedowns aren’t something that a lot of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes are great in. However, if you want to develop a well-rounded BJJ game, then you have to work on your stand up skill. So, if...
The “Shoulder Tap” Is One of The Easiest Takedowns from The Back
Jan 09, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Do you suck at takedowns? No shame in it; but you have to do something about that… At least if you don’t want to spend your whole life butt-scooting towards your opponents. So,...
Try This Snatch Single Leg Takedown: Even a White Belt Can Do It
Sep 08, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Are you a white belt without a grappling background… Or you simply haven’t given much time nor attention to learning takedowns? Whatever the case may be, it’s vital that you start...
Wrestling World Champ J’Den Cox Explains Biggest Takedown Mistakes That BJJ Athletes Make
Aug 22, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Be honest with us… Do you feel as if your takedowns somewhat suck? That no matter how good your ground game is, that it isn’t enough to foreshadow your lack of wrestling skills? If the...
