Technique

BJJ practioner with opponent in his guard

What is Guard in BJJ?

Unders the secrets of a good BJJ guard—strategy, tips, and more!

A Japanese Jujutsu practitioner and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu vs. Japanese Jujutsu: Everything You Didn’t Know!

How does Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu compare to Japanese Jujutsu? Explore their key differences in techniques, training, belts and philosophy. Read how BJJ has made its way back to Japan

Two BJJ practitioners demonstrating a no-gi technique

What is No-Gi BJJ? How It Differs from Gi & Why It’s Taking Over

What is No-Gi BJJ, and how does it compare to training in the Gi? Learn the key differences and why No-Gi is growing in popularity among grapplers and competitors.

Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje grapple at UFC 274

BJJ Submissions Explained: The Top 10 Moves You MUST Master!

Discover the best BJJ submissions, from chokes to joint locks. Learn the top 10 most common, dangerous, and beginner-friendly submissions. Find out how many BJJ submissions exist and which ones are the hardest to escape.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu vs Judo: Key Differences in Techniques, Training & Rules

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu vs Judo—how do they compare? Learn the key differences in techniques, training methods, and competition rules in this in-depth guide.