If you have been doing BJJ for some time, you have undoubtedly heard about the BJJ open mat. What exactly is an open mat? This class is open to all levels and belt colors and is mainly used for sparring and drilling. Additionally, it is a great way to meet new people and test your … Read more
A lot of people doing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tape their fingers. Whether it’s a regular training day or competition, you’d see jiujitsu practitioners consume insane amounts of tape. At times, they’d not only tape their fingers but even their wrist and other joints as well. Why tape fingers BJJ in the first place? Is it … Read more
Thailand is a great place for martial arts. Aside from Muay Thai, it has a growing number of gyms catering to Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Thailand has one of the liveliest BJJ communities in all of Asia. So what’s it like doing BJJ in Thailand? Popularity of BJJ in Thailand Brazilian Jiu … Read more
Now that you have been training for some time, you have decided to participate in your first BJJ tournament. Competitions are a great way to test your skills and see how good you are. Nonetheless, besides making weight and trying your best, there are a few things you need to know. In this article, we … Read more
Brazilian jiu jitsu has become one of the world’s most widespread martial arts. Gaining popularity through MMA, it even evolved and became its own sport. However, the origins of Brazilian jiu jitsu may still be unclear to the general audience. In addition, one of the most common questions is: where is Jiu Jitsu from? This … Read more
Gone are the days when a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gym and VHS video tapes were your only sources of learning. We are living in a time when there is an abundance of information at our fingertips. While BJJ can only be mastered through consistent practice, YouTube is a valuable learning resource which should be fully … Read more
Being consistent in your training sessions and spending time on the mat is the best way to get good at Jiu Jitsu. However, if, for some reason, you can’t train at your gym, there are numerous ways to improve your Jiu Jitsu at home. Doing BJJ at home is a great way to stay active, … Read more