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The quest to uncover the deep-seated roots of martial arts takes us on a riveting journey back to the origins of jiu jitsu. This ancient discipline, whose name translates to “gentle art,” belies its potent combination of strength, strategy, and technique. Originating from the samurai warriors of feudal Japan, jiu jitsu was developed as an … Read more
Hey there, fellow fighters and grappling enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving headfirst into a topic that has been debated within the jiu-jitsu community for ages: Does jiu-jitsu cause cauliflower ear? If you’ve ever stepped onto the mats, chances are you’ve encountered those gnarly, swollen ears that have become somewhat of a badge of honor among combat … Read more
Combat sports organizations worldwide have caused Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai to gain widespread popularity. BJJ is a gentle grappling sport that does not involve striking, but its submission holds can be painful and cause damage. Conversely, Muay Thai is a more violent sport that includes many striking techniques, and the risk of injury … Read more
Are you considering enrolling your child in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) classes? BJJ is a popular martial art that’s now offered by many academies for kids. It’s not only great for children but can also provide academies with additional revenue. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about BJJ for kids. What Age … Read more
Compared to 10 years ago, there are a lot of black belts nowadays. However, it’s also true that only a small percentage of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners ever get to black belt. This begs the question: is jiu jitsu hard, especially for beginners? What makes the sport difficult that it makes a lot of people quit? … Read more
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) has taken the world by storm. In contrast to other forms of martial arts, BJJ is still relatively new. So what is jiu jitsu good for? A martial art that Carlos and Helio Gracie developed in the early 1920s, BJJ focuses on taking an opponent down with a joint lock or … Read more
Want to know how to defend yourself? Confused about which is better: jiu-jitsu or wrestling? No need to worry we have you covered. Both styles can be used effectively for self-defense. In this article, we will give you our choice and its reasoning. If you are an avid fan of MMA, you will agree that … Read more
As in other martial arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has a graduation system. In this system belts of various colors are awarded to its practitioners. These belts indicate the level of skills and technical knowledge of each of its practitioners. BJJ is a sport that is derived from Judo, so its academic structure or degrees are similar. … Read more
When you start your BJJ journey, the first big milestone you want to achieve is getting promoted to a blue belt. Many consider the blue belt to be the first chapter and the white belt is just an introduction. Unfortunately, many beginners quit before reaching that milestone. But, you are not one of those people … Read more
Jiu-Jitsu is, without a doubt, growing by leaps and bounds. However, as in all martial arts, it is a discipline that must be taught by a highly qualified instructor. Especially considering that this sport is based on a combination of techniques from other martial arts. If these techniques are not appropriately applied, they could represent … Read more