There are several reasons that people seek out training in martial arts. Some seek greater mental discipline; others pursue mastery of skills that would keep them protected in a life-threatening situation. Self-defensive combat and even competitive prowess are both well ingrained into our nature as evolved life-forms. Still, another reason that one might choose to…
With IBJJF weight classes, we know it can be confusing and difficult to keep track of all the numbers and letters that come into play. Well, we’ve got you covered! It will never be a problem for you again when weighing in for an IBJJF tournament because this handy chart covers EVERYTHING. The International Brazilian…
BJJ is an amazing martial art that you can use for self-defense or compete in tournaments. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has been around for a long time, but it’s only recently that the best BJJ documentaries have come out. Here are 10 of the best BJJ documentaries so far! The best BJJ documentaries provide an in-depth look…
One of the striking features of UFC fighters is their “cauliflower ear.” By “cauliflower ear,” I mean the deformity of the ear, sometimes beyond recognition. But why do UFC fighters have ugly ears in the first place? A “cauliflower” ear results from repetitive blows or trauma to the outer ear in combat sports. In turn,…
There is a belt system in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For children under 15, there are only five belts: white, gray, yellow, orange, green. For those aged 15 and over, the belt system in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is as follows: white, blue, purple, brown, black, red-black (sometimes said coral) – 7th degree, red-white – 8th degree, red –…
There are different ways you can tie your belt. Some prefer the quick and easy method, while others like making sure it won’t come undone easily, so they have an extra layer of security when practicing or competing in front of a crowd! These popular methods on how people choose to do their own tying…
“MMA and Women” still makes some people frown. It takes a lot of courage to go out into a man’s world and make a name for yourself. If you’re an avid MMA fan, you probably know most women on the list and you’re aware of the fact that there’s some serious eye candy. Not only…
A UFC fight lasts for either three or five rounds. Non-championship bouts are usually scheduled for 3 rounds, while championship bouts and main event fights are five rounds. Each round in the UFC is five minutes long, with a one-minute break in between rounds. The number of rounds in an MMA fight differs from promotion…
Choosing the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu uniform is crucial to your training. The pulling, throwing, chokeholds, and other BJJ moves put quite a strain even on the best of uniforms. But there is a solution … hemp gis! Hemp gis are more environmentally friendly. Since hemp fibers are four times stronger than cotton, it means that…
If Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu were a beauty contest, we would be rocking some nice-looking belts all the time. Unfortunately, you have to stick with one belt for months or years until you are promoted to the next level. Sometimes your gym or club might offer you a BJJ belt, but the color, quality, and material might…