Gordon Ryan: “Teaching Is Something I Love Doing More Than Anything”
Mar 10, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You’ve been training hard, paying a lot of attention to how to perform techniques properly, and have been trying to improve at each and every training session with maximum focus…...
Instructors: Students Shouldn’t Have “Undying Loyalty” To You & Your Academy
Mar 02, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is more than just a martial art. Those mats are more than just a space where you’ll learn new techniques and become healthier; rather, they’re also a place where...
Fabio Gurgel: “There’s No Big Secret – You Have To Work Hard, Be Loyal And Honest”
Feb 18, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you’re a BJJ coach/instructor/professor, then you’re probably on the lookout for ways to become better in your job. So, it would be wise to listen to the “tips” from the...
Gui Mendes on Being a BJJ Coach: “Put So Much Work Into It That You See Results”
Jan 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Gui Mendes is not just one of the most successful BJJ athletes of all time – who won 4 IBJJF World Championships – but he’s also one of the world’s best contemporary coaches;...
Lachlan Giles: “There Are Many Facets To Being A Good Coach”
Jan 05, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You’ve been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for a long time, haven’t you? You’ve invested years into it and, actually, you became quite good… So much so that you’re now a...
John Danaher: “I Spent 12-14 Hours On The Mats Every Day”
Dec 26, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Everyone who’s become great at something has spent a lot of time honing their craft. They’ve experienced quite a bit of trial and error in the process of becoming remarkable in their...
Chimaev’s BJJ Coach: “Every Day Is Like A Jiu-Jitsu World Championship For Him”
Nov 01, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Khamzat Chimaev put on quite a show at UFC 267. In his main card match against Li Jingliang, he completely controlled the pace of the fight and managed to submit his opponent with a Rear Naked Choke....
Are You A BJJ Kids Coach? Here’s How To Be A Great One
Oct 24, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Evolve MMA So you just got „promoted“ into a kids coach at your BJJ academy? Congratulations! Being a kids coach is no easy business, it will get REALLY challenging at times…...
What Makes A Great Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor?
Jul 09, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Are you a BJJ instructor – or do you want to become one? Are you looking to become the BEST instructor possible? That’s fantastic! No doubt you’ll be a great one. Here are the qualities...
Here’s How To Kiss Your Instructor’s A** And Get Promoted To Next Belt
Jun 27, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Are you tired of that belt around your waist? Don’t you think that it’s about time you get promoted, even though you’re putting minimal effort into training and skipping class...
You Should Be Asking Your BJJ Instructor These Things During Training
May 26, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
You know what your BJJ instructor really likes? Heck, even more than seeing you perform a technique incredibly well, more than you winning an entire division with zero points lost? Can you guess? If...
What Should You Do If Your BJJ Instructor Doesn’t Like You?
Apr 19, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Not everything will be sunshine and rainbows in your BJJ journey. Your progress will stagnate, you’ll lose matches in competition, there’ll be injuries, you’ll have feuds with your...
Are You Capable Enough To Be a Jiu Jitsu Instructor As A PURPLE BELT?
Feb 21, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re a purple belt now? Congratulations! You already fell so deep into the BJJ rabbit hole that you probably won’t ever be pulled back out; in other words, your love for Jiu Jitsu is...
BJJ Doesn’t Get You Motivated Anymore? Do This To Get Back On Track
Aug 21, 2020BJJEE1 Admin
Jiu Jitsu, just like everything else in life, has its highs and lows. And sometimes, those lows hit much harder than they ever did, lasting for much longer periods of time than we’d want to....
I Think My Coach Doesn’t Like Me… What Should I Do?
Jun 19, 2020BJJEE1 Admin
Training Jiu Jitsu is supposed to be an extraordinary experience for you in all regards. Just spending time on the mats should infuse you with confidence, but it should also serve as a place where...
Rickson Embarrassing Students When Teaching? You Better Check Your Ego
Oct 08, 2019BJJEE1 Admin
A few weeks ago, we had published an article that pointed out a certainly unique teaching style of Rickson Gracie, putting up for discussion on whether or not his coaching approach is something that...
