How To Be A Better Training Partner For Your Smaller Teammates
One of the greatest gripes among smaller jiu-jitsu practitioners is how hard it is to find training partners who are a solid combination of...
Parents, Let Your Kids’ Coaches Do The Coaching
Kids' jiu-jitsu has been skyrocketing in popularity over recent years, with parents around the world getting their kids involved in the martial art to...
Ambitious Hobbyists & The Search For “Greatness” In Jiu-Jitsu
When people talk about training intensity in jiu-jitsu, students usually divide themselves into one of two categories: professionals (or hopeful professionals) and hobbyists.
The labels...
Be A Good Guest When Cross-Training At Other Jiu-Jitsu Academies
Visiting other gyms is one of the most enjoyable aspects of training BJJ (and, frankly, if your gym doesn't allow you to cross-train, you...
Discipline Looks Different For Everyone
Ask anyone in any subset of the athletics industry about their top tips for getting in shape or improving in your designated sport, and...
The Only Way To Get Over A Jiu-Jitsu Plateau Is To...
I don't think there's anyone in jiu-jitsu who's experienced a smooth, straight incline of improvement from their first class to their most recent roll....
Should I Cut Weight For A Jiu-Jitsu Tournament?
Cutting weight is one of the most frequently discussed topics before a jiu-jitsu tournament, and while there are times when it's a good idea...
A Brand New White Belt’s Perspective On How To Prepare For...
Starting any new activity can be a bit intimidating, and jiu-jitsu is no exception. Like any sport or martial art, jiu-jitsu is a highly...
Jocko Willink On How To Protect Kids From Bullying: “Get Them...
It's rare to meet someone who didn't encounter bullying as a kid. Whether they were the victim or the perpetrator, most kids deal with...
You’re Not The Only One Who Gets Impostor Syndrome When You...
Nothing gives jiu-jitsu practitioners impostor syndrome quite like a belt promotion. Even though most of us hope to be black belts one day, actually...