John Danaher Shares The Basis of BJJ: “Take Away The Freedom Of Movement”
Jun 11, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You know how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can often be so complicated that it seems as if you’ll never become good at it? As if you’ll never really understand it and all of its moves? Yeah, we get...
Kit Dale Shares A Secret Recipe For Sweeping Everyone, Anytime
Jun 10, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Does sweeping people in Jiu-Jitsu feel… Awkward to you? As in – out of all things in BJJ, sweeps tend to be the toughest ones for you to execute? Kit Dale has had a similar “sweeping issue”:...
Not Feeling Motivated To Train? Do This – And Trick Your Brain
Jun 10, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’ve been training for long enough, you’ll have experienced the end of the so-called “honeymoon phase” of Jiu-Jitsu… When you stop feeling motivated to train all the time and, what’s...
Improve Your BJJ & Life: “Get To” vs. “Got To” Mindset
Jun 05, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You don’t like warm-ups. We get it – you only do them because you have to (and because it makes you feel less stiff, but that’s beside the point). Plus, there are some drills that...
John Danaher: “Skills Aren’t Enough – You Have To Be Able To See Opportunities”
Jun 04, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Skills – the techniques you’re able to use properly and with precision – are vital to your success as a BJJ athlete. After all, you won’t be able to do anything in Jiu-Jitsu...
Focusing Too Much On Details Can Hinder Your BJJ Progress
Jun 02, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
When you start training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you first learn the most simple of moves and principles. But as you move up the ladder – as you progress and become better – simplicity tends...
John Danaher: “The Pathway To Attack Is Through Confidence In Your Defense”
Jun 01, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you want to build a strong attacking game in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? That’s neat: it means that you won’t turn into one of those BJJ athletes that stall in order to win a match. That wait...
Andre Galvao’s Advice For Preventing Burnout: “Take Care Of Your Mind”
May 31, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Burnout from training is a real threat to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students. Especially for those who are infatuated with the Gentle Art so much that they would like to train all day, every day. So, you...
Khamzat Chimaev Spars with Chechen Warlord Ramzan Kadyrov
May 31, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Khamzat Chimaev, one of the UFC’s top welterweight contenders, has been recorded sparring with Ramzan Kadyrov – a Chechen warlord who has been accused of numerous human right violations...
LA Police Officer Dies After Suffering A “Catastrophic Injury” During Grappling Training
May 31, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
According to the ABC7 Eyewitness News report, a Los Angeles police officer has tragically passed away after suffering serious injuries during grappling training. The incident took place at the...
Robert Degle Shares 2 Tips For Remembering BJJ Moves More Easily
May 30, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Remembering moves in Jiu-Jitsu can be surprisingly difficult. You learn something new every class and, often times (especially if your BJJ academy doesn’t have a curriculum), there isn’t...
Tom DeBlass: “A Couple Times Training A Week Is More Than Enough”
May 30, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you’ve started training later in life and you’re not a professional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete… But you want to train almost as if you were one. And the reason? It’s...
Rener Gracie Explains The “Clock Principle” in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
May 29, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Most of the techniques can be used only in specific situations in Jiu-Jitsu… But some of the principles can be used in whichever situation and position you find yourself in. Such as the...
Are You A New BJJ Blue Belt? Don’t Make This Mistake
May 28, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you were promoted to a BJJ blue belt… Congratulations! It took a lot of effort, sweat, and consistency to get where you’re at right now. Give yourself a pat on the back – you...
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...
Kit Dale Shares His Secret Guard Passing Concepts & Insights
May 26, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Guard passing can be incredibly difficult, especially when you’re rolling against a talented opponent whose guard retention skills are off the charts. That’s why it’s vital to learn...
Body Lock Passing: The Importance of Timing, by Nicky Rodriguez
May 26, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Body Lock passing can be a great addition to your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skillset. Especially if you haven’t experimented with this passing style before; when you learn the proper setups and...
Want To Become Great In BJJ? Learn To Create Dilemmas For Opponents
May 25, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
There’s a lot more to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu than it meets the eye. Even if you’ve been training for some time and can distinguish between different positions, transitions, defense and...
3 Tips For Dealing With Heavy Pressure In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
May 25, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Being on the receiving end of heavy pressure in BJJ is not fun. You have trouble breathing and thinking… And, particularly if it’s the case of going against someone a lot heavier than...
“Don’t Use Your Strength” Is Among The Worst Advice In BJJ
May 24, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Ok, so… If you’re a big, strong guy, how many times were you told to “not use your strength”? Probably a lot. But here’s the thing: “don’t use your...
Staying Loyal To One BJJ Gym vs. Cross-Training: What’s The Right Choice?
May 23, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Let’s say you’re tight with time and that the training sessions your BJJ gym offers don’t always suit your schedule… Perhaps you’re working at those hours, perhaps you...
Rener Gracie Explains The All-Important “Tension Principle” in Jiu-Jitsu
May 23, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you tend to get overwhelmed by all the techniques in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, then it’s high time to start learning about principles. The principles, which are applicable throughout the vast...
These 3 Tips For Grappling After 30 Work Wonders
May 22, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Are you a 30 year-old BJJ practitioner? Or are you a bit older than that… Or just a tad younger? Be it as it may, you’re around 30 years old and you’re in love with Jiu-Jitsu and...
Jiu-Jitsu Is Supposed To Be Your Outlet – So Don’t Leave Training Stressed
May 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Be honest with us… How many times have you been done with your Jiu-Jitsu class, only to feel frustrated and stressed out about it afterwards? Perhaps things weren’t going your way. Maybe...
