Jiu-Jitsu passing the guard theory
Jiu-Jitsu passing the guard theory A Jiu-Jitsu passing the guard theory is to separate the knee and elbow. Just like we teach when passing to connect your elbow and knee many times, we have to separate that connection while passing. When you can separate knee and elbow you can pass and pin. One of the […]
Intensity in your BJJ training
Intensity in your BJJ training Intensity in your BJJ training will rise as you rise. The first thing you’ll notice when you compare a competition match or a very hard sparring match where neither of you wants to lose versus a relaxed gym match where you’re focused more on technical growth rather than winning is […]
Effective scenarios from open guard
Effective scenarios from open guard Effective scenarios from open guard are plentiful. What scenarios must you be effective from in open guard? The vast majority of guard play in Jiu-Jitsu is from open guard. There are many variations of open guard and the sheer amount of material you need to learn can seem overwhelming at […]
Using your head in BJJ
Using your head in BJJ Using your head in BJJ is important in so many areas. First, your head is a heavy weight at the end of the longest lever of the human body. So learn to use it effectively. In addition, the average human head weighs just over ten pounds (around 4.5kg) and is […]
Understanding your legs in BJJ
Understanding your legs in BJJ Understanding your legs in BJJ: A distinguishing characteristic of Jiu-Jitsu is the tremendous emphasis out upon grappling your opponent primarily with your legs. First, the guard position in all its many variations is stressed more than any other. Therefore, it is important that you understand the broad principles that enable […]
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