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BJJ Matches: Context, Starting, and Sparring Info
06 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you first begin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you may not understand what exactly a match, rolling, or sparring is. What is the difference? How do you sta...
BJJ Training: Gi or No Gi?
29 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The bottom line is that you should train both Gi and No Gi--if you can. There are advantages and disadvantages that come with each style, and each wil...
BJJ Sweeps: General Guide & Advanced Tips
19 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you first start training, you will probably learn individual techniques without the context of how you arrive to that point. This is done to keep...
BJJ Frames: What They are & How to use Them
12 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
At the simplest level, a frame is a part of your body that is used to create and maintain space. To take it one step further, a good frame is a part...
5 Reasons why BJJ can Help You Lose Weight
05 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you are thinking about starting a martial art like jiu jitsu, you might be asking yourself, “Can Brazilian Jiu Jitsu help me lose weight?” Ma...
BJJ Beginner’s Guide Part 6 & 7: After You Start BJJ & Your Personal Life
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What to Expect After you Start BJJ The following days after your first BJJ class might be an interesting mix of soreness and excitement. Make sure y...
BJJ Beginner's Guide Part 5: What to Expect at Your First BJJ Class
21 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Doing anything for the first time can be daunting, and it can be nice to know what to expect ahead of time. Not all gyms are going to be the same, a...
BJJ Beginner's Guide Part 4: The Gear You Need to get Started in BJJ
14 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you stick with BJJ long enough, you’ll realize that you spend nearly as much time doing laundry and organizing your workout gear as you do actual...
BJJ Beginner's Guide Part 3: What to Know Before Signing a Contract at a BJJ Gym
07 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You asked questions, did your research, and picked a gym to sign up at. Congratulations! This is a great first step, and you should be feeling excited...
BJJ Beginner's Guide Part 2c: 15 Questions to ask Before Signing a BJJ Gym Contract (#11-15)
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There are a number of important factors that go into picking a good gym, though not all of them will apply to your specific search. If you find your...
BJJ Beginner's Guide Part 2b: 15 Questions to ask Before Signing a BJJ Gym Contract (#6-10)
25 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There are a number of important factors that go into picking a good gym, though not all of them will apply to your specific search. If you find yourse...
BJJ Beginner's Guide Part 2a: 15 Questions to ask Before Signing a BJJ Gym Contract (#1-5)
20 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There are a number of important factors that go into picking a good gym, though not all of them will apply to your specific search. If you find yourse...
BJJ Beginner's Guide Part 1: How to Find a Local BJJ Gym
13 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When BJJ first started gaining traction in the US, practitioners would drive hours just to learn from a blue belt. Nowadays, finding a BJJ gym that is...
BJJ Positional Hierarchy: Overview, Context, and Strategy
06 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Within the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), a “position” refers to the bodily arrangement or placement of two grapplers. Each position comes with...
BJJ Rolling & Sparring: Overview of What to Expect
29 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, “rolling” is an all-encompassing term for sparring or drilling at varying degrees of intensity. BJJ practitioners may spec...