Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is more than just a martial art or a sport. It’s a way of life. While the physical components and techniques involve grappling and submissions, BJJ’s philosophical and disciplined core extends far beyond the mat. The foundational principles and culture of discipline and respect gradually shape a student’s mindset in ways many […]
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The BJJ community continuously debates whether it’s better to fight and train with or without a gi. Those who fall more on the traditional side of training and keeping to BJJ tradition feel that wearing a gi is essential. Others think that no-gi training is more effective in preparing for real-life situations and other fighting […]
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The “gable grip” is an essential technique to develop that will elevate you from a BJJ novice to a practitioner. Grappling, ground control, and submission techniques are all part of the foundation of BJJ. Mastering a powerful grip will give you an advantage over many competitors by allowing you to maintain control and dominance during […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Although all age groups are eligible to reap the benefits of participating in MMA, one question still remains: When is someone too young to go into the playing field? While some schools don’t mind a four-year-old training in their classes, other schools may not condone it. Training that starts at an early age focuses on simple […]
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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 […]
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