With crime rates rising and more horrifying stories coming out about people getting attacked every day, it has become more and more relevant to learn some form of self-defense to feel safer in public. This counts more so for people who are part of more vulnerable demographics or those who live in more dangerous areas. …
Is BJJ Good For Self Defense? (Practical BJJ Breakdown) Read More »
Belt promotions are some of the most exciting occasions in a BJJ practitioner’s journey. This is the time when you get something physical that acknowledges your hard work, growth, and dedication to the sport. If you’re new to BJJ, you might be wondering how often these promotions happen. How long does it take for a …
How Often Do They Promote You In BJJ? – Belts Explained Read More »
Every martial art out there teaches that its moves and techniques should only ever be used in self-defense where there are no other options. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is no exception to this rule; however, it is also well-known for being one of the toughest martial arts out there and is renowned for being among the best …
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Let’s face it, it’s a dangerous world out there, so it’s wise to begin studying a martial art in order to keep yourself and others safe in times of peril — it’s an easy decision to make. What isn’t such an easy decision to make is which martial art to focus on. The options are …
BJJ Vs. MMA: Which Is Better? (Detailed Breakdown) Read More »
There are lots of different types and forms of martial arts out there, with so many different rules and laws, that it can be hard to keep track by the end of it! The more you know about these sports and their rules, the better you can watch these martial arts on TV, like with …
Are Throws Allowed In BJJ? (Rules Explained for Beginners) Read More »
The turtle defensive position is considered one of the most important moves in ground fighting. It can be an essential saving grace in the event that your guard or takedown fails, and you need to resist a lightning-fast counterattack from your opponent. For the uninitiated, however, it can be quite a tricky move to get …
Given that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is arguably the hardest martial art to master, it’s not hard to see why a black belt in the sport is so coveted. But obtaining this belt does not come easily and practicing this sport is not for the fainthearted. You will have to give everything that you’ve got, all …
How Long To Get A Black Belt In BJJ (Promotions Explained) Read More »
One of the most effective moves that a wrestler can pull against their opponent in the ring is the Nelson. There are a variety of different types of Nelson Holds that you can perform, but each of them is a powerful technique that helps limit the mobility of your opponent, making them stuck and helpless …
What Is A Nelson? (And When to Use it in Fights?) Read More »
Wrestling might only be a sport, but that does not mean that it isn’t a complicated and demanding sport. Whilst many people like to point out it is ‘not real fighting’, they are also missing just how much work goes into making a wrestling match happen. Not just in staging and choreography, but also in …
BJJ stands for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It is a martial art and combat sport that is based on the principles of fighting on the ground, grappling, and submission holds. BJJ is a focused skill that targets taking an opponent onto the ground and gaining the dominant position so that you can force them into submission with …
