Getting stronger for Jiu-Jitsu isn’t just about hitting the BJJ gym. Many students put too much emphasis on technique while overlooking essential strength training. So below I’ve detailed 15 of the most essential Jiu-Jitsu exercises. I’ve been training my whole life, but got serious in 2013. A solid training session needs to combine BJJ solo … Read more
The enigmatic term “OSS” is often heard in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu schools and among BJJ practitioners, but its origins and meanings are not widely known. So, what does OSS mean in BJJ? The meaning of OSS is “Osu, Shikaku, Seishin” and is a term used to describe respect and perseverance. It is based on three core … Read more
Jiu Jitsu and Karate are two of the most renowned martial art styles around, but what makes one different from the other? Is one better than another for self-defense or street fights? Let’s explore Jiu Jitsu vs Karate. Jiu Jitsu and Karate are both Japanese martial arts, but Karate is a stand-up art focused on … Read more
Several martial arts are also Olympic sports. But what about Jiu-Jitsu; either the Japanese version or the Brazilian offshoot? Is Jiu Jitsu in the Olympics? Jiu-Jitsu is not currently an Olympic sport, either the original Japanese version or the more recent Brazilian offshoot. But with the recent addition of Karate to Olympic martial arts, that … Read more
The choice of the right martial art can be a bit confusing because there’s a lot of options. Taekwondo is well known as is Jiu Jitsu. But which is better? Let’s explore Taekwondo vs. Jiu-Jitsu. Taekwondo is focused heavily on kicks and standing defenses, whereas Jiu-Jitsu focuses heavily on ground movements, similar to wrestling. Jiu-Jitsu … Read more
BJJ is a very difficult martial art, and it takes about 10 years for an adult to receive the rank of black belt. However, the junior BJJ belts work a little bit differently. This led me to question, what is the system for junior Jiu-Jitsu belts? The junior Jiu-Jitsu belt order is as follows: white, … Read more
Brazilian and Japanese Jiu-Jitsu are two of the most popular martial arts in the world. However, they have completely different histories and have progressed to become very different fighting styles. This led me to question, what are the origins of Jiu-Jitsu? Japanese Jiu-Jitsu originated in the 1500s, and later helped influence Judo. Japanese Jiu-Jitsu includes … Read more
There are more than 170 martial arts styles worldwide. While you can use many of them for self-defense, some are more practical than others. Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are closely related. So, let’s compare BJJ vs. Judo for self-defense. BJJ is a more effective self-defense martial art compared to Judo. While Judo is an Olympic … Read more
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a hard martial art to learn. And compared to many martial arts, it can take a lot longer to earn a black belt and become a true master of it. But how long does it take to get a black belt in BJJ? On average a BJJ black belt is achieved in … Read more
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most popular martial arts in the world. But where did it originate, Japan or Brazil? Who created it? And specifically, what is the history of Jiu-Jitsu in Japan? Jiu-Jitsu, also known as “Ju Jitsu”, originated in Japan, even though others claim it may be traced back to Buddhist monks … Read more