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Opening your own school

FOR EVERYONE WHO TRAINS JIU-JITSU LONG ENOUGH, THERE COMES A POINT IN THEIR JOURNEY WHEN THEY THINK ABOUT WHAT IT WOULD BE LIKE TO OPEN THEIR OWN SCHOOL. THIS OFTEN HAPPENS DURING THE HONEYMOON PERIOD WITH JIUJITSU – WHEN ALL YOU THINK ABOUT IS HOW GREAT IT WOULD BE TO REPLACE

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10 Mistakes in Strength & Conditioning for Jiu-Jitsu

Thanks to years of research, modern technology, and the Internet, there is a ton of useful information now available on strength and conditioning (S&C). Even with all of that valuable info out there, many of us still use outdated training methods, continue with bad habits, and don’t

Abu Dhabi

World Pro Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt FINALS Recap

Saturday marked the conclusion of the World Pro Jiu-Jitsu Championship. Lots of exciting action throughout the day. Here’s a recap of all the Black Belt and Legends finals. Look for full coverage along with amazing pictorial coverage complete with interviews in the June issue of Jiu-Jitsu Magazine. Women’s

Abu Dhabi

WJJP Finals Set!

After a full day of outstanding jiu-jitsu on display in Abu Dhabi the Mens and Women’s Black Belt finals are set for Saturday. The Men -62kg: Hiago Silva Vs. Joao Miyao -69kg: Paulo Miyao Vs. Marcio Andre -77kg: Gabriel Arges Vs. Roberto Satoshi -85kg: Leandro Lo Vs. Claudio Calasans

Absolute

Men's Absolute Finals Set in Abu Dhabi

With upsets throughout the day two of the world’s top grapplers emerged to make up the Men’s Open Weight Final for Saturday in Abu Dhabi. Felipe Pena defeated Alexander Trans by points to move into the finals against Jose Junior. Jose didn’t have to fight a semi-final

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ADWPJJ Women's Absolute Final Set!

After defeating Mackenzie Dern by points Tayane Porfirio caught Jessica Cristina with a toehold to advance to the finals on Saturday. She’ll match up against Bia Mesquita after getting a referee’s decision over Bia Basilio. Tayane Porfirio of Alliance after defeating Mackenzie Dern by points.   Bia Mesquita looking

Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi World Pro 2016 - April 19th

The day started off with a visit to the hotels meeting rooms where mats have been laid out for practice sessions. It seems like the overwhelming majority of people at the hotel are here for the tournament, and they’re from all over the world. I see many familiar faces,

Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi World Pro - Day 1

In case you didn’t know, the Abu Dhabi World Pro is under way. This event is put on by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation. After hosting several qualifiers earlier this year all over the globe, the best jiu-jitsu fighters flew to the United Arab Emirates to grapple among the best.

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Sprinting for Jiu-Jitsu

Often overlooked for more stylish exercises like battle ropes and kettlebell swings, sprinting has a list of useful benefits that can help any jiu-jitsu player. Whether you’re a hobbyist or active competitor, sprinting will improve your conditioning, body composition, and mental toughness. It has been shown to improve the

Brand Identity

How To Become A Social Media Black Belt

There is no doubt that social media has become a ubiquitous presence in today’s world. Every business pretty much used at least one social media platform to interact with their audience. This is a good move for businesses, as it is important for them to move with the times

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Milton Bastos Taking The Back From Turtle

Here’s a real tricky one that you can use on the unsuspecting opponent. It’s starting to become one of my personal favorite moves. It’s another way to get to your opponent’s back when they turtle up.   1. Stay tight on your opponent and bring both of

AOJ

Nick “The Tooth” Gullo

A couple years ago, I started looking into writing and taking photos for jiu-jitsu. In search of inspiration, and that je ne sais quoi of what made for good content, I stumbled upon the works of Nick Gullo or better known as Nick “The Tooth.” I began reading articles he

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High Percentage Jiu-Jitsu: Scarf Choke from Side Control

This is a lapel choke that’s extremely effective and very difficult to escape from when set up correctly. Bernardo likes this because it’s a no risk finish. If he has his opponent in side control, the submission he thinks about are the ones that still leave him in

butterfly guard

The Guard: Essential Vocabulary

The guard is arguably what made jiu-jitsu famous. To the untrained eye, the bottom man is in great danger, but armed with an understanding of the guard, he has the tools to reverse the position or to end the fight right then and there. Royce Gracie put this revelation on

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More Reasons To Wear A Mouthguard

When we think of injuries related to jiu-jitsu, we think of sore joints, maybe a dislocation, a hyperextension, bruising, etc. One thing we don’t often think about is getting a tooth knocked out. I’ve seen it happen first hand. At the very least, an unforeseen impact can cause

March 2016 - Issue 42

Milton Bastos: From The Back To The Podium Taking The Back From Turtled Opponent Opening Up The Turtle   Placing The Second Hook   Leg Trap To RNC   Kimura From The Back   Wrist Lock Variation   Lapel Chocke From The Back   Master Claudio Franca: Self-Defense Techniques Straight Arm Choke Defense   Bent Arm Choke

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Eduardo Telles: Steamroller

The Steamroller is an excellent option for when you’re turtled up and your opponent is attempting to lock up a seatbelt control or go for a choke. For this technique demonstration, Eduardo explains to us that although he does have some takedowns that he uses, he typically will start

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Reverse Triangle from Failed Bow and Arrow Attempt

Now that you’ve taken the back, you have to try to finish. One of my personal favorites has always been the bow and arrow choke. It’s not always a sure thing, and changing it into a reverse triangle is a great alternative. 1. As you begin to go

diet and nutrition

Whole Foods Vs Liquids

We flow like water, but should our food? With every New Year comes new and “improved” ways of achieving optimal nutrition. Within the grappling arts, we don’t always have to wait for the New Year; we are always evolving day in and day out, and with that, so are

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JON ORTON

What started as a way to maybe lose some weight, has completely turned Jon Orton’s life around. Age: 39 | Height: 6’ 2” Starting Weight: 478lbs. | Current Weight: 225lbs. Hometown: Bakersfield, CA Home School: Eric Nolans Extreme Training Center/Camarillo Jiu-Jitsu Instructor: Albert Aguire/Dan Camarillo How did you discover

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Should you compete in a jiu-jitsu tournament?

If you have competed before, most likely you have noticed that you have more focus, discipline with your training, and diet when you are getting ready for competitions. This helps with the process of developing and refining your jiu-jitsu game. For those who have never competed before, they may ask:

February 2016 - Issue 41

D-Fense with Sergio Machado Single Leg Defense: Leg Grab To Back   Single Leg Defense: C-Cup Grip To The Back   Submission From The Back: Reverse Triangle From Failed Bow And Arrow Attempt   Triangle Defense: Sit Out   Triangle Defense: Spider Guard   No Pass Choke When Blocked By Knee Shield     Turtle Guard Sweeps

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The Jiu-Jitsu Apps You Must Have!

Smart phones are a ubiquitous fact of life. Someone once told me that an iPhone has more computing power than NASA’s Apollo spacecraft. Sitting in your pocket, at this very moment, is a computer superior to the one used to put Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin on the moon.

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Tying Your Jiu-jitsu Belt

Before coming onto the mats of your first jiu-jitsu class, and before you learn any technique, you must first wear the proper attire. The gi in jiu-jitsu is a training garment that has carried over from other martial arts, such as judo. The gi is composed of the jacket, pants,

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Ideas to Improve Grappling Officiating

In 1993, Royce Gracie displayed the effectiveness of jiu-jitsu to the world. The momentum of the first UFCs, followed by the Internet age, and the advent of social media have caused tremendous growth in the popularity of the art. More and more schools are opening, existing schools of traditional arts