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How does sport BJJ differ from BJJ for MMA? Brazilian jiu-jitsu has rapidly become one of the most popular martial arts in the world and for many people, it’s more than just a hobby that they like to practice a couple of times a week, it’s basically a way of life. There are numerous reasons […]
The eternal debate – which grappling art is king: judo vs jiu jitsu? Modern day mixed martial arts competitions have shown the world that, in order to be a complete fighter, one must be competent in a mixture of fighting styles. But without at least a basic knowledge of grappling, you’re done before the fight […]
BJJ Belts Explained: How long does it take to get a black belt in jiu jitsu? BJJ belts are the way of showcasing your Jiu Jitsu stage. If we had to put a number to it, the general consensus is that it takes about 10 years to get a BJJ black belt in jiu jitsu. […]
The Art of Jiu Jitsu: from quick transitions through positional hierarchies, devastating arm and leg locks, and tightly applied chokes and strangles make for an incredibly exciting sport. But we’re here to argue that Jiu Jitsu is more than a sport – Jiu Jitsu ought to be viewed as an art form. What is […]
History of Jiu Jitsu Martial arts in general have seen an enormous rise in popularity over the past 30 years, with Jiu-Jitsu being a standout among the many fighting styles – but how much do you know about the history of Jiu Jitsu? Rewind more than a century to see where the history of Jiu […]
What is BJJ? If you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), chances are you’ve been asked a very simple question – but one that you may have struggled to answer: what is BJJ? A few sentences about fighting on the ground and trying to choke someone may lead to more confusion than anything and the question remains […]