World’s strongest man Thor Bjornsson grapples against Jiu-Jitsu great Gordon Ryan: “Went against the...

What would happen to the world's strongest man in a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu grappling match against someone as accomplished as Gordon Ryan? Thor Bjornsson took...
Half Nelson Hold

The Half Nelson Hold – Effective Grappling Technique

For those that have competed in wrestling, they are well aware of the power of the half nelson hold. This effective technique has translated...
Jiu Jitsu Tattoos

Jiu Jitsu Tattoos – BJJ Culture

If you practice Jiu Jitsu, then more than likely you have or have teammates that have tattoos. Jiu Jitsu tattoos have become embedded in...
The Baseball Bat Choke

Baseball Bat Choke – BJJ Submission

One of the most powerful chokes within all of BJJ has to be the baseball bat choke. It’s a choke that comes on incredibly...

Calf Slicer BJJ Submission: Everything You Need To Know

The calf slicer submission is one of the most painful submissions to get caught in. If you've ever had the misfortune of being stuck...
Ryan Gracie

Ryan Gracie – BJJ Legend

Date of Birth:August 13, 1974Place of Birth:Rio de Janeiro, BrazilDied:December 15, 2007 (aged 33)Nicknames:The Pitbull, Bad Boy Gracie, Crazy BrutalNationality:BrazilianHeight:5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)Weight:185 lb (84 kg; 13.2 st)Sport:Jiu JitsuWeight Class:Middleweight Ryan...
Rolls Gracie

Rolls Gracie – BJJ Legend

Date of Birth:March 28, 1951Died:June 6, 1982 (aged 31)Nationality:BrazilianSport:Jiu Jitsu Rolls Gracie was considered the best grappler of the Gracie family, revolutionizing the martial art. He made...
Brazilian Top Team

Brazilian Top Team

The Brazilian Top Team is one of the most successful MMA gyms in the history of the sport. They have produced numerous world champions...
BJJ Finger Taping

BJJ Finger Taping

If you train Jiu Jitsu in the Gi, at some point, you will damage your fingers from gripping. That’s when you’re going to need...
Luiz Franca

Luiz Franca – BJJ Legend

Date of Birth:2 June 1910Place of Birth:Manaus, BrazilDied:1982 (aged 71–72)Sport:BJJNotable Students:Oswaldo Fadda The Gracie brothers generally receive most of the credit for developing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, but...