How (And Why) to Tape Your Fingers for Jiu Jitsu. Bonus: Our Top 5 Finger Tapes
Although Jiu Jitsu is frequently called the gentle art, even gentle things can erode the hardest materials over time. While the average Jiu Jitsu player may not always fall victim to the same injuries that a football player or college wrestler might face, they do face...
Crucifix Position in BJJ – How to Set Up, Attack, and Defend
The crucifix in Jiu Jitsu is a versatile technique that provides its users a wide range of attacks stemming from the same position. The position is alluring due to its ability to completely trap both of your opponent’s arms. In Jiu Jitsu, there is an array of...
BJJ Purple Belt – What It Really Means
With the popularity of world-class, no-gi Jiu Jitsu athletes, such as Gordon Ryan or Craig Jones, the Jiu Jitsu belt system might seem like an archaic tradition. However, Jiu Jitsu belts still remain both a relevant indicator of progress, as well as a link to the...
How Sleep Can Affect Martial Arts
Did you know that sleep can affect how you perform in martial arts? That’s right...no matter if you are a practitioner in jiu-jitsu, judo, or wrestling, a lack of sleep can affect your concentration and performance. We’ll dive into what could happen if you don’t get...
15 of the Best Jiu Jitsu Gifts
Who doesn’t love gifts? Let me let you in on a little secret. If your significant other, friend, or family member is into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu you’ll never have trouble finding a gift that will make them ecstatic. Here is our detailed list of Jiu Jitsu gifts that will...
AJP Tour Season 2020/2021 Returns In August
The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competition scene in 2020 is notably deserted as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. While some organizations decided to completely empty their calendars, others, like the AJP (formerly known as UAEJJ), thankfully, kept the faith. The AJP Tour...
Where to Train in Saigon, Vietnam
Saigon, more commonly known as Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), is rapidly emerging as a center for BJJ in South East Asia. Athletes travelling in the city are greeted with a myriad of dojos tucked into flowery neighborhoods, built into community centers, and incorporated...
7 Basic Jiu Jitsu Moves That White Belts Should Learn First
Learning a single skill can be an intimidating feat. However, learning a martial art like Jiu Jitsu can be a whole other matter. Each technique can feel like a separate skill that requires its own attention and practice. Fortunately, there are several foundational...
Interview with Asaf Michaelovitz
Make sure you follow Asaf in Instgram (@asaf_michbjj), you will find great content there. Hello Asaf, can you please introduce yourself Hi! My name is Asaf Michaelovitz, and I'm 32 years old. I live in Tel Aviv, Israel, and have been training in Jiu Jitsu for about 9...
How to Improve Your Posture in BJJ?
Posture up! If you’ve ever competed then you’ve most likely heard your coach and/or teammates shout this at least once per match. Posture is one of the most important aspects of having an efficient Jiu-Jitsu game. Despite what you may think, the subject of posture in...
