Articles related to "Brazilian Jiu Jitsu"

Brazilian jiu-jitsu offers a rewarding experience for participants of all ages and body types. But there are a few things beginners should know before jumping in.

Despite being a relatively new martial art, Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has become one of the most popular forms of grappling in the world.

Whether to train BJJ grappling or no-gi submission wrestling is one of the grappling world's biggest debates. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each system?

On November 9, 2009, the world's best no-gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighters will test their submission techniques at the third annual World No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Championship.

In Brazilian jiu-jitsu, being stuck underneath someone's mount is one of the worst places to be. Here are a few tips to help fighters survive and escape being mounted.

Effective BJJ fighters (both gi and no-gi) know how to dominate an opponent by using their own head as a "third arm" and/or by controlling their opponent's head.

On November 8th, 2009, the third annual World No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Tournament brought the world's best Brazilian jiu-jitsu and submission wrestling specialists to Long Beach.

Many of the world's best grapplers were out at the 2009 IBJJF European Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Championships, held in Lisbon, Portugal between January 30th and February 1st.

Between June 4th and 7th, 2009, the stars of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu world gathered in Long Beach, California to battle for BJJ's most prestigious title.

Boasting over 2,500 competitors, the 2009 IBJJF Pan Ams in Carson, California proved that Brazilian jiu-jitsu is steadily gaining popularity in North America.

There are hundreds of submission techniques and finishing holds in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and submission grappling. Which are most effective in the world of MMA?

Published in 2001, Renzo and Royler's title on their family's style of Jiu Jitsu is one of the best in print.

Controlling an opponent's legs is an often overlooked concept in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. The legs are a fighter's foundation - take them away and they're dead in the water.

Leglocks are a devastating family of submission techniques for BJJ and submission grappling. Why are they ignored - even discouraged - by many Brazilian jiu-jitsu clubs?

When buying a BJJ Gi, a grappler will want cloth that is flexible, but durable and suitable for the style of BJJ training they are participating in.

On September 26th and 27th, 2009, the world's submission grappling elite will converge in Barcelona, Spain for the ninth ADCC submission grappling tournament.

The BJJ vs. wrestling rivalry will add another chapter at UFC 95 on February 21st, 2009 in London, England when BJJ phenom Demian Maia fights Team Quest's Chael Sonnen.

Adding a hip swing to judo's ogoshi turns the throw into harai goshi (swinging hip), a more powerful and dynamic throwing technique that is also harder to counter.

With the passing of Grandmaster Helio Gracie on January 29, 2009, the martial arts world lost a true giant, but his innovations and achievements will live forever.

MMA Phenom Anderson Silva takes aim at UFC 205 lb crown

Looking to train in Jiu Jitsu but not sure what the different styles entail? Find out what the differences between two of the more popular styles of Jiu Jitsu here.

In both Brazilian and Japanese Jiu Jitsu, there are many options for fighting on the ground. Here are a few examples.

Zen Meditation has long been a part of Eastern Martial Arts training. It is an activity that many practitioners in the West could great benefit from.

By providing an inside look at the main personalities of the martial arts and combat sports, podcasting has become a cornerstone of the MMA and combat sports media.

Mixed martial arts training is a combination of different fighting styles to create a good, all around fighter.

Robson Moura travels the world holding seminars. Moura received a black belt at the age of 18 and this weekend he took his skills and black belt to Grand Rapids.

Hometown fighter Paul Sass will face his toughest challenge to date when he fights tough Burnley man Rob Sinclair on October 3rd.

In Brazil, Açaí (ah-sai-ee) is more than a fruit, it's a lifestyle. Ever since Oprah declared açaí one of the top ten healthiest foods, we have boxed it and shipped it.

As the war in Iraq begins to subside some deployed troops and veterans are going to have the opportunity of a lifetime to fight in this historic event.

Royce Gracie's Jiu-jitsu Self Defense School, Team Quest Martial Arts and Fitness, and American Top Team are three of the nation's best MMA schools.

UFC Fighters including Silva, GSP, and Brock Lesnar dominate pound-for-pound rankings.

On May 1st and 2nd, 2009, over 222 Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighters from 32 countries converged at a landmark event - the first Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Cup.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is arguably the world's fastest growing combat sport. Discover the roots of MMA and its place in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

If someone tries a takedown, just poke him in the eye! How much validity does this statement really hold? Take a look at the following scenarios.

The 14th Art of War Fighting Championship treats Asian combat sports fans to a world-class mixed martial arts event at The Venetian in Macau on September 26th, 2009.

Styles such as Aikido, Judo, and Tae Kwon Do are mentioned often. Here is a short list of the most popular styles found in conversation.

In a sport that is rapidly growing in popularity Rich Franklin is one of its rising stars. In the world of Mixed Martial Arts he is known as an excellent striker.

The Ultimate Fighting Championship takes their show to Canada for the first time ever for UFC 83

Fighter philosophizes; Eliot Marshal vs. Ryan Bader; Phillipe Nover vs. George Roop

The Ultimate Fighting Championship is the world's fastest growing combat sport. Learn about the unique Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) rules that reign in the UFC Octagon.

This week's episode of The Ultimate Fighter sees the first fight of the second round, with experienced Roy 'Big Country' Nelson fight young up-and-comer Justin Wren.

From coaches on The Ultimate Fighter to UFC debuts and USA debuts, see the rest of the main card that leads up to the main events.

When Lyoto 'the Dragon' Machida and Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua battle at UFC 104 at the LA Stables Centre on October 24, it will probably solidify Machida's status as champ.

The UFC makes a return to England and brings an International cast

UFC Fight Night Live produces several knockouts in a night of electric fights and rising stars

This is part two in a five part series on the weight classes in the UFC. Here's a look at the Welterweights.

Randy Couture, a mixed martial arts (MMA) legend and Ultimate Fighting Champion, gives Canada a bigger taste of this increasingly popular sport.

The sport of mixed martial arts is constantly evolving and the next wave of evolution resides within the 10th planet system of the rubber guard, and here is why.

Strikeforce puts on it first production of the year, with a main event featuring two veterans Nick Diaz vs. Frank Shamrock.

Former interim Heavyweight champion Antonio "Rodrigo" Nogueira and 6-time champion Randy "The Natural" Couture meet in the octagon in a battle of Heavyweights.