Notable Fights Throughout BJJ History
From the Olympics and other televised matches to local tournaments and championships, there have been some pretty epic matches throughout the history of BJJ. It’s tough to only pick a handle, given the amount of BJJ legends that have hit the mat. But we managed to pick out a few of our favorites.(1) Royce Gracie […]
Continue readingThe Importance of Grip Strength In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Tips & Exercises
Grip strength refers to the strength in your fingers and hands that allows you to firmly maintain and powerfully grip your opponent. As a grappling-based martial art, grip strength is essential to build and develop in BJJ to control, manipulate, and submit opponents. However, BJJ students may struggle to execute techniques effectively without proper grip strength. […]
Continue readingThe Top 5 Best BJJ Books
While much of your learning happens during training, through your instructors, and on the mat, reading and learning about BJJ is another crucial part of studying and understanding the martial art. While BJJ is a highly complex and physically enduring sport, it has a mental aspect. Reading about different techniques and strategies – mental and […]
Continue readingCommon Mistakes Beginners Make in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and How to Avoid Them
Whether you’re just starting out with BJJ or an experienced student, there are always different techniques and things to learn, including how to avoid making some common mistakes that we see in students across the board. Here are some tips and tricks to keep in mind to avoid and overcome these mistakes so that your […]
Continue readingBJJ For Women: Breaking Down Barriers
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has gained popularity recently, and women have been at the forefront of this trend. Despite being known as a male-dominated field, women have been making significant strides in the world of BJJ, proving that gender has no bearing on one’s ability to excel in the sport. It has proven to be an […]
Continue readingIs BJJ a Sport?
One of the biggest questions we hear at Grappling University is whether BJJ is truly a sport or a martial art. The answer is yes to both of these questions. At Grappling University, we refer to BJJ as a martial art and combat sport system.Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a Martial ArtBefore there was Brazilian jiu-jitsu, there […]
Continue readingWhat’s the difference between Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu may be martial art forms, but they have their respective distinctions. Judo follows the “fight on foot” policy, whereas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focuses more on ground fights.Differences in UniformsAlthough Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students wear a kimono, their uniform components and belt rankings differ. The kimono for Judo is heavier and more durable […]
Continue readingTop 5 BJJ Guard Pass Positions
BJJ is the most distinctive martial art out there. The difference between BJJ and other martial arts is the guard. The guard allows the practitioner to use all four limbs to block their opponent from advancing their position amidst threatening attacks and sweeps. Subsequently, the passing guard is deemed as the most difficult. If a practitioner […]
Continue readingBJJ & Weight Loss
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and weight loss can go hand in hand. Because you’re constantly moving in BJJ, you can expect to burn some unwarranted fat. Plus, it helps that BJJ can serve as an exercise because it requires you to use all your muscle groups. BJJ is the best workout for those who’ve become bored with […]
Continue readingRecovering Faster In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Jiu-Jitsu is an effective martial art form that requires one to use various techniques at any given moment. The methods you formulate in Jiu-Jitsu challenge you to use different muscle groups. More so, it shows you what amazing things your body can do. It doesn’t matter how strong you are. In fact, Jiu-Jitsu is a […]
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