A block was just a motion you made as you moved in to continue your defense. It either worked or you got hit.

Here are some Judo Arm locks for BJJ.

Rickson Gracie is widely regarded as the best of the best in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, but he’s so much more than that. He’s a Warrior, a philosopher, a thinker, an inspiration, and a role Model. Which is why we’re presenting these glimpses of The man that not many black belt readers have seen. The Water “Whether it’s the ocean or a river, I always have to be on the water. Coming from Brazil, I’ve always been exposed to the ocean. I’ve been at the beach and surfing all my life. Th

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Not many martial arts styles, methods, or forms come with a patented nutritional program to maximize a fighter's health and performance....

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By Michael Miller What do Bill Wallace, Don Wilson, Benny Urquidez, Bob Wall, Fumio Demura and Keith Vitali have in common? In addition...

In jiu-jitsu, having a training partner is pretty much the bread and butter of getting better, right? We drill, spar, and compete,...

As we gear up for the big game, we are celebrating those gridiron warriors who not only had a passionate dedication to martial arts, but also served as ambassadors for martial arts.  These professional football players recognized early in their careers that the techniques learned in martial arts would also help them excel on the field! Here are 12 very skilled martial artists who made careers in the NFL: The Dangerous Dozen

The first step in any difficult endeavor is usually the hardest. In jiu-jitsu, that step is literally the step you take when you walk...

“Jiu-jitsu is a philosophy that is expressed physically. It’s kind of the development of the mental in physical capacities working in...

We live in a pretty dangerous world these days. Despite our best efforts, a physical confrontation can happen at any time during even the...

Good grapplers know that good mat movement — both while upright and while horizontal — is all about creating excellent positioning for...

A master in Jeet Kune Do, Burt Richardson has spent his life in pursuit of the mastery of several martial arts styles including BJJ and...

A master in Jeet Kune Do, Burt Richardson has spent his life in pursuit of the mastery of several martial arts styles including BJJ and Filipino Martial Arts. Under the tutelage of such greats as Dan Inasantos, Tony Diego, the Machado Brothers, and Carlson Gracie he is on a constant quest for knowledge. He’s an author and teacher working with people from law enforcement to civilians. We are thrilled to reconnect with Black Belt Hall of Fame inductee Burt Richardson. In this i

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art renowned for its emphasis on grappling and ground fighting techniques. While various martial...

FEATURED ON: The Combat Show BORN: Rio de Janeiro AGE: 56 STYLE: Brazilian jiu-jitsu CELEBRITY STUDENTS: Keanu Reeves, Ashton Kutcher, Vin Diesel Tony Parrish interviews Rigan Machado You’ve probably been in 30 movies. … Rigan Machado: And TV shows, but now I started getting bigger jobs. The biggest job I ever got was with Nicolas Cage and Tony Jaa [in Jiu Jitsu]. I play a warrior — it was pretty cool. I also did a comedy with Russell Peters and Michael Jai White: [The O

The image of your favorite celebrity may conjure up images of a huge mansion, fast cars, and big bodyguards. Their bodyguards keep them...

You don't have to compete in BJJ, but it just may open a whole new door of possibilities… here is how to get started. So, you want to...

Early in the UFC’s history, it became clear that Brazilian jiu-jitsu was an extremely effective martial art in terms of applicability in...

Just like royalty has dynastic families that rule over nations, martial arts have dynasties that rule over the world of combat. So here's...

Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a martial art that teaches not only ways to control and submit your opponent but also ways to live your life. The...

Sandbagger. Every gym has at least one. I’m sure you think of a particular person in your gym when the word is mentioned. The term is...