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The Defensive Guard and Improve Guard Retention | Ryan Hall

World Champion Black Belt and MMA Fighter Ryan Hall recently launched a new instructional series about the Defensive Guard and Open Elbow Techniques. Hall’s DVD series stands out among other Jiu Jitsu Instructionals because of the amount of detail he explains. Not only is the move being demonstrated in a flawless manner, but the reason…

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Romulo Barral Spider Guard Open Guard

Evolution of Romulo’s Spider Guard | Open Guard Techniques

Multiple time World Jiu Jitsu Champion Rômulo Rominho Barral is one of the world’s best Jiu Jitsu competitors. The Gracie Barra Black Belt is famous for his Knee Slice, Spider Guard and Triangle techniques. Recently published on BJJLibrary, Barral explains the evolution of his Spider Guard.

Bottom / Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Open Guard / Techniques

Andre Galvao | Lasso Guard Sweep to Omaplata

Down in sunny San Diego, you will find one of the fiercest competitors in BJJ today. Andre Galvao, who co-founded the Atos BJJ Team in 2008 with Ramon Lemos, has been leading his squad of black belts to multiple world titles. Below is a demonstration of his technique.Enjoy! GO GRAB YOUR GI!

Jiu Jitsu / News

Lapel Guard to be Punished at Upcoming Copa Podio

There have been several incarnations of rule changes to prevent stalling recently. With this most recent announcement by the Brazilian event Copa Podio, do you see other major competitions following? Copa Podio President, Jefferson Mayca, recently announced on Facebook the rule change for the upcoming Middleweight GP in November. Stating, “In the traditional structure of…

BJJ Finger Therapy Blog / Tip of the Week!

Physical Therapy for the Fingers | Jiu Jitsu Scholar

This is a constant in Jiu Jitsu. You are going to get sweating, you’re going to get tired, and your hands are going to get sore. But on the subject of your hands; why does this happen? This video below explains in detail what happens to the muscles and joints. Stay healthy my friends Now…

Ryan Hall | Taking the Back

Multiple time world champion Ryan Hall, black belt under Felipe Costa, is dominating competitor in the lightweight divisions. Here is a highlight compilation of some of his back takes. Please take notice of how cleanly he sets up his position to follow up with taking the back.

May 21, 2014 in Back Control/ Sprawl/ Turtle, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Top.
Renzo Gracie arrested

Renzo Gracie and Igor Gracie Charged with Assault Following Nightclub Altercation

  Renzo Gracie and Igor Gracie have landed in some serious trouble following a night out on the town. Reports have surfaced first from the New York Post, that Renzo Gracie and Igor Gracie were both charge with gang assault along with others, as well as both Gracie cousins being charge with 2nd degree assault. They are…

May 20, 2014 in Jiu Jitsu, News.
Marcelo Garcia

Marcelo Gracia | Counter De La Riva and Berimbolo

The berimbolo has become a popular method of sweeping and attacking the back. We see top Jiu Jitsu players Mendes Brothers, Miyao Brothers, Keenan Cornelius, and several more. Several have spent time focusing on how to defeat this technique and counter attacks. Marcelo Garcia shows how to counter the berimbolo and de la riva. Enjoy!…

May 12, 2014 in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Jiu Jitsu, Passing the Guard, Top.
Copenhagen Open

Copenhagen Open 2014 – Black Belt Adult Medium Heavy Final

Braulio Estima (Gracie Barra) vs Alan do Nascimento (Checkmat) put on a great performance as Estima uses pressure and hip position to continue attacking the guard of Nascimento.

May 5, 2014 in Blog, Fights.
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Jiu Jitsu Scholar | Escaping Side Control |Daniel Faggella

Side control can be a suffocating position, definitely if you have someone much larger on you. Here is a great and simple escape to use when your opponent is attempting to pin you. GO GRAB YOU GI!

April 24, 2014 in Bottom, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Side Control, Uncategorized.

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