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Fundamental Principles of Jiu-Jitsu
At its core, BJJ is built upon a set of fundamental principles that serve as a solid foundation for practitioners at all levels. In this...

Malakai
Aug 21, 20232 min read


The Art of War in Jiu-jitsu: Translating War Strategies into Jiu-jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is often referred to as a "gentle art," emphasizing technique, leverage, and intelligence over brute strength....

Malakai
Aug 14, 20233 min read


CHESS Principles to Enhance Your Jiu-jitsu
The worlds of chess and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) may seem worlds apart, but there are surprising similarities between the two. Both...
David Figueroa-Martinez
Jun 17, 20233 min read


Essential Skillsets for Being A Great Instructor
As BJJ continues to gain popularity worldwide, the demand for skilled instructors has risen proportionately. Being a great instructor in...
David Figueroa-Martinez
Jun 3, 20232 min read


Battle Strategies Unleashed: Unlocking the Secrets In Jiu-Jitsu
Like a battlefield, the BJJ mat demands mental agility, adaptability, and cunning. To gain an upper hand in this grappling realm,...

Malakai
Jun 2, 20232 min read


Principles of Mentorship
One of the greatest aspects that we will encounter is the mentorship relationship that comes from Jiu-Jitsu. For myself, it’s been one of...
David Figueroa-Martinez
Jan 28, 20225 min read


The Dilemma Principle
Early on in our Jiu-Jitsu careers, all of our attacks are linear, in an A to B attack formations. An example would be, Closed Guard to...
David Figueroa-Martinez
Oct 1, 20213 min read
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