Always Be Learning
One of the most neglected areas of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is how you should start a match. Everyone learns what you should do while in a guard or how to escape the mount, but those first few moments of a match can be vital in securing the … [Read more]
Back when I was a humble blue belt, I desperately wanted to become a submission monster and have Helio Gracie like ability to tap anyone… unfortunately, Jiu Jitsu is a cruel mistress more often than not my fumbling submission attempts would end in … [Read more]
Have you ever heard the phrase, "failing to plan is planning to fail.” Well, mind maps are an excellent way to plan your Jiu Jitsu and can be a very useful tool regardless of your skill level. I've talked to you before about the benefits of mind … [Read more]
There are few positions in Jiu Jitsu as painful as Knee on Belly. When you get someone that understands how to control the position, it can feel like a baby hippo pressing down on your chest. I’ve seen many people tap (and a few go to hospital) … [Read more]
Getting stuck in closed guard sucks but if your opponent is good in that position, it will be a miserable experience. Go to Video 1: Posture In Guard Go to Video 2: My Favourite Guard Break Go to Video 3: My Back Up Plan Go to Video 4: No Gi, … [Read more]