GB Techniques: Chokes
This week Gracie Barra Techniques brings you some videos on Gi chokes from every position. Subscribe to the Gracie Barra YouTube channel to be notified of new video techniques. One …
The Choke – 5 Advanced Strangles
This week, Gracie Barra brings you some Advanced Chokes to try in your game. Grandmaster Helio Gracie preferred the choke over the armlock – especially against a larger opponent. He said that …
What Does a Black Belt Work On In Training?
Whenever I get the chance to speak to a black belt in bjj, I always ask the question “What are you working on in your jiu-jitsu?” Many lesser experienced students have …
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Don't Neglect This In Your Bjj Training!
Here is the situation: a new student visits your academy for training. They reveal that they have no bjj experience, but have come from another athletic background. Bigger, stronger and heavier, …
Leg Locks – 3 Important Points
One of the somewhat controversial debates in the bjj world is the subject of leg locks in training. In many bjj academies, lesser attention is given to leg locks than …
BJJ for the Un-"Ideal"
Tailor your game to your body. You cannot wear clothes that don’t fit. =) If you are struggling with your own growth and find yourself wishing that you got them legs as long as a …