When to be tight vs loose in BJJ
When to be tight vs loose in BJJ When to be tight vs loose in BJJ. When it comes to physicality, Jiu-Jitsu is a game of contrasts. There are times we need to be loose and relaxed and times we need extreme isometric tension in order to be effective. Learning to balance these opposing demands […]
Dealing with closed guard in BJJ
Dealing with closed guard in BJJ Here is a great tip on dealing with closed guard in BJJ. Don’t stay on your knees in a closed guard, stand up and open it! One of the most common problems I see beginning students struggle with is opening a closed guard. On the surface, it feels like […]
Role of a BJJ instructor
Role of a BJJ instructor Role of a BJJ instructor is Trust: It’s important to understand that I never coach INDIVIDUALS, I coach the ROOM. Only when the whole room is on the program can individuals rise to their potential. Of all the characteristics I try to preach upon the room, one of the most […]
Sweeping and throwing tip for BJJ
Sweeping and throwing tip for BJJ Here is a sweeping and throwing tip for BJJ. Look where you want them to land! Whenever you want to throw someone from standing position or sweep from guard position, you will need to align your body’s structure and in the direction of the throw/sweep. Only a unified effort […]
Dictating pace and first contact in BJJ
Dictating pace and first contact in BJJ Dictating pace and first contact in BJJ is very important. Dictating pace will determine that the fight or match is always where you want it to be. In addition, first contact will be the beginning of the dictation. Every grappling match begins with the closing of distance and […]
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