Coach Silva
BJJ Brown Belt · 9 Years on the Mats
Coach Silva is a BJJ brown belt with over 9 years of training experience. He writes for people starting out and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the sport. Articles cover fundamentals, choosing a good academy, belt progression, competition prep, and what to expect when training.
Experience
- BJJ brown belt with over 9 years of training
- Coaches beginners and intermediate students in regular classes
- Competition experience across Gi and No-Gi divisions
- Focuses on clear, practical explanations grounded in mat time
- Covers gym culture, fundamentals, and common beginner questions
Articles by Coach Silva
- What Is BJJ? A Beginner’s Guide to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (2026)
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Belt System: A Complete Guide from White to Red
- Inside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes (2026): Everything You Need to Know for Your First Time
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu vs Judo: Key Differences in Techniques, Training & Rules
- How Long Does It Take to Get a BJJ Black Belt?
Editorial approach
Articles are written with beginners in mind and draw on 9 years of BJJ training experience, focusing on practical guidance you can use on and off the mats.
