Attacking Open Guard in BJJ
Attacking Open Guard in BJJ Attacking Open Guard in BJJ requires a couple of small steps to start dictating the pace. First, off balancing forward and backwards. In addition, a distinguishing characteristic of great guard players is their constant use of off balancing their opponents as a precursor to their big attacks. The main directions […]
Win or Learn in Jiu-Jitsu
Win or Learn in Jiu-Jitsu Win or Learn in Jiu-Jitsu is a statement by one of our Grandmasters, Carlos Gracie. For many it’s just a saying but it is indeed a way of life in BJJ that can be very beneficial if followed. When it’s over, focus on the why of the session. When sparring […]
Training alone in BJJ
Training alone in BJJ Training alone in BJJ – Three directions to make genuine progress when you can’t be in the dojo: Whenever I have students who can’t make it to the dojo for regular training I always encourage to work hard in three specifics ways. The first is to put time into solo movement […]
Take your time in BJJ
Take your time in BJJ Take your time in BJJ, allow yourself to see opportunities. When you have a good position, TAKE YOUR TIME! One of the traits of good Jiu-Jitsu practitioners is that they know when they have to hustle and when they can slow things down. A great skill that you need to […]
Shutting down movement in BJJ
Shutting down movement in BJJ Shutting down movement in BJJ will make your top game tough to beat. If you understand exactly what the main underlying body movement patterns of Jiu Jitsu are, you can shut them down. In addition, if you can shut down the movements, then you can shut down the moves and […]
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