A 6th-degree Hapkido black belt was comprehensively outgrappled by a much younger Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blue belt during what was described as a “fun match” at a local tournament. The match,…
In a response to William Tackett’s recent explanation about choosing UFC contracts over competing in Craig Jones Invitational 2 (CJI 2), BJJ star Craig Jones has expressed understanding while questioning…
Rorion Gracie maintains a clear distinction between sport jiu-jitsu and the self-defense oriented approach that he teaches. In a recent conversation on the Connectcast podcast, Gracie elaborated on this important…
Former Navy SEAL commander and leadership expert Jocko Willink recently shared the humbling experience that sparked his lifelong passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, offering a glimpse into the origins of his…
A 30-year-old Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach has been terminated from his position after sending inappropriate messages to a 17-year-old student, according to reports from the gym where the incident occurred. The…
According to Greg Souders, who recently appeared on The Charles Eoghan Experience podcast, the BJJ community is facing a significant challenge: homogenization of teaching methodologies and technical approaches. “The big…
Renowned coach John Danaher has implemented specific bans on certain techniques in his academy to protect his students from unnecessary injuries. According to Danaher, “around 50 to 70 percent of…
In a recent video statement, grappling standout William Tackett addressed his and brother Andrew’s decision to forgo competing in the upcoming CJI 2 tournament, instead focusing on their new UFC…
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu finds itself at a critical juncture. The sport’s current ecosystem revolves largely around FloGrappling as the major streaming platform, primarily serving as a distributor for IBJJF events. While…
Acclaimed actor Tom Hardy has partnered with Tatami Fightwear to launch a special Jiu-Jitsu collection aimed at raising autism awareness and promoting inclusion through martial arts. The collaboration introduces “The…
