Jiu Jitsu is fun to practice with friends at the gym, but are you prepared to use it in a self defense situation? This week we discuss how Brazilian Jiu Jitsu originated with self defense at its core and the concepts that make it crucial for protecting individuals.
Read MoreHow does David beat Goliath? When he doesn't have a sling readily available, he has to rely on other methods. In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu strength and size are great, but they're not as important as solid technique. A thorough understanding of basic jiu jitsu will allow you to minimize the effects of a bigger opponent.
Read MoreX-Guard is like a roundabout. Once in it, you can take many different roads, some lead to sweeps, others to submissions. Unlike other guards, X-Guard isn't a position you'd hold for a long period of time. It's best used to set up your next attack. In this episode we talk about how it is best used and who helped it progress to its current state.
Read MoreGi or no gi? Many people ask which is better. In this episode we look into the difference between both styles. What are the benefits and disadvantages of each option?
Read MoreInnovative, charismatic, and bold, Rolls Gracie is easily one of the most influential and respected figures in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. His intellectual curiosity led him to cross train with other martial artists and incorporate their techniques into Jiu Jitsu, forever changing the art.
Read MoreIn the hierarchy of positions, back control is close to the top. When an opponent gives up their back, a world of options opens up. In this episode we discuss how to best take advantage of this position by focusing on key concepts.
Read MoreLeg Locks are an integral part of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, but they are also used in many different martial arts. What makes them so effective and how has Brazilian Jiu Jitsu incorporated this type of attack? What do you have to do in order to execute an effective leg lock? We cover this and much more!
Read MoreAttacking the legs was once an area of Jiu Jitsu that was looked down upon by many practitioners. After years of evolution, leg locks are now a crucial part of modern day Jiu Jitsu. Why did this style of attack ever have a negative connotation and what changed peoples' perception?
Read MoreButterfly guard created a new way to sweep an opponent. While many guards utilized a pivot point and moving the opponent over it, butterfly guard asked the question, "What if I become the pivot point?" In this episode the history and function of this crucial guard are examined.
Read MoreEveryone has felt trapped by an opponent. What do you do when there's no easy way out? This episode we discuss how to bring out your inner ninja and escape from dangerous positions.
Read MoreCompeting at a high level, developing elite students, and creating a fundamental guard, Ricardo De La Riva stands tall in the Jiu Jitsu world. He is the perfect example of creativity and technique coming together to control larger, more aggressive opponents.
Read MoreIn order to execute your game plan in a roll, you must be able to control your opponent. This can be done through grips, distance management, angles, and many other mechanisms. In this episode we discuss the key elements to manipulating your opponent.
Read MoreFor self defense and competition, closed guard is a crucial part of the art. Closed guard allows us to control the opponent while we are on our backs. From this position there are many attacks and sweeps that can be utilized. In this episode we talk about how to use closed guard effectively.
Read MoreAnybody off the street knows what a choke is, but not everyone knows how to perform one properly. This week we discuss what happens to the body when a choke is applied, as well as what not to do when executing this submission.
Read MoreWithout Carlos Gracie, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu would not be the martial art we know today. He had an incredible impact on the way the art developed and in this epsiode we learn more about the man who helped start it all.
Read MoreFrom shoulders to heels, we discuss submissions that utilize manipulating the joints. Touching on the mechanics of specific locks, learning about their history, and understanding trends in jiu jitsu, this episode’s conversation goes all over the board.
Read MoreLearn about the people behind Just Jiu Jitsu and why you should (or shouldn't) care about what they have to say. Host, Kroyler Gracie, talks about his background and how his approach to the art has evolved over the years.
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