This week we talk about proper breathing technique for BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu). It’s definitely an issue that does not usually get its own lesson… but it should.

At the heart of a promotion is a person who is acting above their recognized level. This is true in most things and very true for a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Promotions do not usually come if you have one foot in blue belt and the other in purple.

There is something special about the Jiu Jitsu fighter that treats their gi with respect. This type of athlete comes to their school with the gi folded up and the belt wrapped around. I think this level of preparation shows that this fighter is thinking about Jiu Jitsu on and off the mat. Most importantly, this is a show of respect for the art, the school and oneself. This show of discipline made me think of some other things we should be doing as a community.

Getting in a street fight is never a good idea. But if you have too here is a short list to sharpen your skills around. This list is about the most effective ‘Street Jitsu’ techniques.

Aching joints caused by Jiu Jitsu is very common with all age levels of athletes. Here are some quick tips to help deal with the pain.

In this week we dive into the subject of  ‘How to clean your Jiu Jitsu Gi’. Face it. Your Jiu Jitsu gi smells terrible and no amount of washing it seems to help. The gi smells like nothing you have ever dealt with before. Here are some thoughts on how to clean a Jiu Jitsu gi.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the most unintuitive sport you could take on. It is also one the most effective martial arts known to mankind. You should be sufficiently out of your comfort zone. The first couple months of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are the most challenging. The first couple times on the mat will be a very very humbling experience. The upper belts and the other senior guys will have some sort of magical ability to stay three steps ahead of you. The head instructor might be too busy to give one on one time with you. So here are Jiu Jitsu white belt tips that all white belts should take to heart in their first month of the sport…