Dr. Michael Israetel, a BJJ black belt and renowned exercise scientist, has weighed in on a recent study from the University of New South Wales that challenges the effectiveness of…
The relationship between uncle and son—Hélio and Carlson Gracie—has largely remained shrouded in mystery. Now, rare insights from Marcelo Mello, a former black belt under Carlson Gracie, reveal a complex…
As a trusted black belt under Carlson Gracie, Marcelo Mello never expected that a single assignment would dramatically alter his jiu-jitsu journey. During a candid interview on the MMA History…
Pictured: Leti Ribeiro, who runs a successful BJJ female academy, Shelby York (center), and a random viral image of a female competitor competing in IBJJF non-compliant gear. Women face unique…
In a recent viral martial arts demonstration, an instructor showcases what many experts are calling highly dubious self-defense techniques against a frontal attack. The brief clip, which has sparked debate…
“People are really going to complain about this? What’s a d**k move? It’s jiu-jitsu,” Tom DeBlass stated. “She used her foot to push off the face or the neck. Who…
The John Wick Invitational Suit Jitsu 2 just unfolded live on YouTube, and it wasn’t your average grappling event. It felt like someone dropped a jiu-jitsu match into an action…
In a case that has ignited community debate, a Texas father is speaking out after his daughter received the same punishment as a male classmate who initiated a physical…
Belt rankings and experience often dictate respect but Sean O’Malley‘s coach Tim Welch brings a refreshingly humble perspective. As the head of the newly established Red Hawk Academy, Welch advocates…
In a surprising revelation, grappling star Craig Jones has disclosed that the inaugural Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) lost all revenue from its first day of competition due to music copyright…
