Mikey Musumeci’s Advice For BJJ Beginners: “Take It Slow”
Jan 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
There’s going to be a ton of advice that you’ll receive when you first start training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… But none of them may be as valuable as the following advice from Mikey...
What Should You Learn In BJJ As A Purple Belt?
Jan 02, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
So you’re a freshly-minted BJJ purple belt, congratulations! It’s a fantastic achievement and you’re now one of the most dangerous people on the mats. That deserves a ton of respect, plus given...
BJJ Advice: Instead Of Looking For Shortcuts, Craft A Plan
Jan 02, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
It would be great if there were some shortcuts to becoming better in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wouldn’t it? Yeah… But, even though there are some things you could do to speed up your...
John Danaher: “You Need Time To Manifest Improvement”
Jan 01, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The 2023 is upon us – and so is everyone’s New Year’s resolutions, one bigger than the other. But how are you supposed to achieve these goals? One thing is for certain:...
Firas Zahabi Explains Why You Should Train MMA If You’re A BJJ Athlete
Dec 29, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to improve in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – especially if you’re an active competitor – then training a bit of MMA is going to be extremely beneficial. Why? Firas Zahabi...
Fancy Moves Or Foundational Techniques? John Danaher Offers A Different Perspective
Dec 28, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
When it comes to training rolls and competition, it’s normal that you’d like to hit that fancy move… To “wow” the crowd (or even just your coach). However, even though...
BJJ Advice: Take An Honest Look & Recognize That Things Aren’t Working
Dec 27, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Making continuous improvements in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is no easy task… Especially after you’ve been training for a while. After several months and years, growth becomes a problem that...
The Surest Route To Victory In BJJ: Pressure Over Time
Dec 25, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
What’s the one, single most sure-fire way to win in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? No, it’s not the best strategy nor the best technique in the world – rather, it’s by adding pressure...
How To Build A Social Media Following & Earn Money As A Grappler?
Dec 25, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You Do Not Need to Be a World Champion or Black Belt to Make More Money in Jiu-Jitsu. In fact being one could be a hindrance. All too often you see top competitors open a gym and forget that they are...
John Danaher’s Advice: “Don’t Become A Doubter – Stay True To Your Self Belief”
Dec 19, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Life isn’t always a smooth ride. Especially when you want to achieve something bigger than “everyday stuff” – be it in your family life, career, or whatever else… Like...
BJJ Advice: One Move Will Never Guarantee You A Victory
Dec 13, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Oh, if only there was a move, a technique, or a setup that would guarantee you a victory in (almost) every BJJ roll or match… That would be great, wouldn’t it? Well, the bad news is that...
Gordon Ryan’s Confidence Advice: “Have A Strong Defensive Game”
Dec 13, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
What’s the key to self-confidence in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, especially if you haven’t competed (nor won) a lot? Gordon Ryan has two pieces of advice that will be of great help to every BJJ...
Watch Your (And The Opponent’s) Elbows – A Crucial BJJ Concept
Dec 08, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Want one piece of advice that will change your entire Jiu-Jitsu perspective and game? Alright, here it goes: watch your, as well as your opponent’s, elbows. For, if you can keep your own elbows...
“The More You Think, The More Nervous You Get” – Roger Gracie On The Moments Before The Fight
Dec 06, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
How do you feel before a BJJ match? Nervous, anxious… Emotional and stressed out? If that’s the case, then you’re probably thinking way too much. And you should start learning how...
Roger Gracie: “People Don’t Get Better In Jiu-Jitsu Because They Train To Get Tough”
Dec 05, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Have you been experiencing a lack of progress in your Jiu-Jitsu game lately? If that’s the case, then you’re probably not focused on the right things. For instance, Roger Gracie says that...
Should You Move Fast Or Slow In A BJJ Match?
Nov 30, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
When the time comes and you step onto that BJJ competition podium… How should you pace yourself – should you move fast or slow? Well, it depends. Coach John Danaher generally prefers a...
Improvement In BJJ Has A Price… Are You Willing To Pay For It?
Nov 27, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
So you want to become better in Jiu-Jitsu, right… But are you willing to pay the price for it? No, not the price of training, sweat, and hard work. It’s obvious that you’re already...
“Jiu-Jitsu Is Not An Easy Lifestyle, It’s A Difficult Lifestyle” – Caio Terra On Success In BJJ
Nov 26, 2022BJJEE1 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...
BJJ Advice: Negate The Opponent’s Grips
Nov 26, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: John Danaher Instagram Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is almost like a game of chess: it’s not just about your techniques, but it’s also about the moves your opponents make that...
Lachlan Giles On Becoming A Successful Competitor: “A Problem Solving Approach Played A Large Part”
Nov 25, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
How do you become a successful competitor in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Sure, there are many facets to success; such as training hard, being consistent, resting properly, and so on. However, a lot of it...
Draculino: “A Lot Of People Think That They Know The Basics, But They Really Don’t”
Nov 24, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
How good are your basics? Hmmm… Probably not as good as they could be, right? Working on your fundamentals in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a must for the sake of your improvement. And if...
Read Your Opponents: The Key To Success In BJJ Competition
Nov 22, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
If you want to win BJJ matches more often than not, then it’s a must that you develop a solid game plan. You need to know what you want to do and how to get there – otherwise,...
Why Is It So Intimidating For Some People To Transition From No-Gi To Gi In BJJ?
Nov 20, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
In Jiu-Jitsu, you rarely see Gi practitioners who refuse to train No Gi, but the large majority of “NoGi only” practitioners literally hate the Gi and never train in it. Why is that?...
Falling Out Of Love With BJJ? Dedicate To It Even More
Nov 18, 2022BJJEE1 Admin
You can love Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with your whole heart, but the reality is… Sometimes, you won’t feel like you want to keep training. You’ll feel disappointed by the results...
