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Key to reading opponents weigh in BJJ

Key to reading opponents weigh in BJJ The key to reading opponents weigh in BJJ, especially in the butterfly guard, can determine whether you are successful or unsuccessful. How is that? Heels or toes? Whenever your opponent is standing in front of you there is a question of the greatest importance that in most cases […]

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Greatest advantage of half guard passing

Greatest advantage of half guard passing The single greatest advantage of half guard passing methods over regular methods of guard passing is head control. The pattern of events in a guard pass is for the passing athlete get past the feet, knees and most importantly, the line of your opponents hips, and then transition to […]

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When your BJJ match is over

When your BJJ match is over When your BJJ match is over, there is always a lesson to be learn, whether you won or lost. Hence, Grandmaster Carlos Gracie’s mantra “There is no losing in Jiu-Jitsu. You either win or you learn.”  When the action’s over in the time immediately after a tough match, whether […]

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BJJ Chokes Gi vs No Gi

BJJ Chokes Gi vs No Gi BJJ Chokes Gi vs No Gi. BJJ chokes, and in particular, chokes from the back, are the single most devastating weapon in all of Jiu-Jitsu. Nothing else gives such certainty of success in application while maintaining your own safety from counters. Yet the two primary applications, gi and no […]

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The importance of connection in BJJ

The importance of connection in BJJ The importance of connection in BJJ cannot be understated. Maximize your connection and minimize your opponents postural integrity is the key. The biggest initial problem you will face when working from open guard is having no solid connection to your opponent. This will allow him to immediately get past […]