The effectiveness of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Mixed Martial Arts was established soon after the sport’s foundation. The ease and elegance displayed by Royce Gracie in submitting eleven straight opponents in the first four UFC events displayed the subtle and simple brilliance of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As Mixed Martial Arts has evolved Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and its practitioners […]
How to get the Most Out of Rolling in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the Hudson Valley
Most of us lead very busy lives and there are never enough hours in the day to get everything done. Even if that weren’t the case – we’d still want to get as much accomplished during each training session as possible, especially while rolling. I’d like to share some tips with you that I’ve picked […]
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With the popularity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu exploding over the past decade, the market for training apparel has responded in kind. As a result, there are hundreds of Gi manufacturers available and choosing an appropriate Gi can be confusing for someone new to the sport. Many schools offer a basic Gi to new students – something […]
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Jiu-Jitsu training can be a truly life changing experience full of personal growth. However, these benefits don’t come overnight and there will be a few bumps on the road, here’s some advice to keep your BJJ journey on smooth sailing. Without sounding cliché – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a major commitment and to truly excel, it […]
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an ever evolving martial art. The techniques and training methodologies I utilize today are vastly different than those I used back in 1999. One of the biggest differences is training without the kimono (better known as “gi”). My original instructor was an old school Brazilian. He believed that only “Luta Livre” (a […]
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