Collar Grips You have two basic options when gripping the collar, the Mirror Grip and the Cross Collar Grip. These are often combined with complicated positions. Sleeve Grips and Hooks. I will simply grab the sleeve on the outside like the picture below. This option is fast and effective for specific purposes. You can alsoContinue reading “Bjj Vocabulary: Gi Grips”
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Bjj Vocabulary: 3 Common Open Guards vs Standing Opponent
There are countless Open Guards to play vs a standing opponent. I like to look at them as based on root positions. Like branches on a tree. Most of the fancy Open Guards are based on simpler versions that came earlier with new details to optimize the preferences of the guard players. Our ability toContinue reading “Bjj Vocabulary: 3 Common Open Guards vs Standing Opponent”
ADCC Rules vs IBJJF: How are they different?
ADCC rules are known for being different from IBJJF and pushing the action in unique ways. We looked at the IBJJF rules in How do the Points Work in Bjj? That is my best condensed take on the game. They have a detailed 52 page rule book that is in a state of constant yearlyContinue reading “ADCC Rules vs IBJJF: How are they different?”
Politeness While Rolling: Getting out of the way.
The mats should be a little crowded. But who gets out of the way of whom? At my gym, we get out of the way of upper belts. Everyone has different customs at their gym, but most have ranking systems that dictate how we interact. Upper belts are allowed more submissions, and have generally beenContinue reading “Politeness While Rolling: Getting out of the way.”
What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
What does one do in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? Who is it for? Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the study of positions and transitions in a struggle between two people, mostly on the ground. We all have natural tendencies in each position, and they are often incorrect. Once we learn where we are, it’s much easier toContinue reading “What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?”
How do You Roll With Women?
Me? How do I roll with women? If you’re asking that, there’s one of the few different things it could be a problem for you. Most commonly, someone’s insecure girlfriend gets very upset at the idea that they might roll with a girl. If you spent any amount of time training at all, you knowContinue reading “How do You Roll With Women?”
What Happens When You Train for 6 Months?
What will training BJJ for six months do for you? Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a skill that takes some time to get a handle on. The first six months are the toughest phase, but also the most rewarding if you make it. To clarify, we are talking about six months of consistent training 2-3 timesContinue reading “What Happens When You Train for 6 Months?”
Do You Have a Curriculum?
Yes, we do. But it’s not a rigid system. It’s more of a framework that you are learning how to navigate with me. I teach the same position from Sunday to Thursday, and make adjustments for the kids class. I even hand out worksheets with the list of positions so new people can learn whereContinue reading “Do You Have a Curriculum?”