Matthew Benyon is one of the main figures behind Polaris Jiu Jitsu Invitational, one of the biggest grappling events in the world. In this article we go through Benyon’s path in the sport, his ideas on professional jiu jitsu and the future of Polaris.
Diogo Almeida is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Everdan Olegário (Mestre Dan), being a product of the famous social project that developed many renowned grapplers such as Almeida, his brothers (Gustavo and Caio) as well as Sérgio Moraes and Guilherme Augusto to name a few. One of the strongest competitors in São Paulo (SP), Diogo is also the co-founder of Almeida JJ, a grappling association with strong ties and affiliates within the SP state.
One of our sport’s most prestigious tournaments, the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam has set the date for the second round of its championship, aiming …
Outi Järvilehto is an accomplished grappler from Finland, and a black belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu under Demian Maia. One of the top representatives of the Brasa Clube de Jiu Jitsu academy in Europe, Outi Järvilehto earned her reputation by winning important podium placements in tournaments such as the World, European and Finnish National championships.
Submission Series has returned by putting together another solid event, this time in a tournament format. The CANADIAN KUMITE Submission Only Invitational is gathering 16 of the finest grapplers on the planet for a very special show. Here are the details of the event.
Much has been written about the effectiveness of BJJ as a self-defense art. The core of the discussion suggests that jiu jitsu’s evolution as …
Rodrigo Pinheiro is a jiu jitsu black belt under Ulisses Paixão, having also trained extensively with legendary coaches/competitors such as Saulo Ribeiro and Royler Gracie. One of the top athletes of his generation, Pinheiro would make a career also as a grappling coach from his San Antonio – TX academy Rodrigo Pinheiro BJJ.
Full results for the second edition of Central America’s most high profile jiu jitsu event, the Guatemala Open (GT Open) took place on the 1st of October, 2016 in Guatemala City – Guatemala, combining some of our sport’s biggest names.
Full results for the IBJJF BJJ Pro – Los Angeles, which took place on October 2, 2016. One of the most anticipated tournaments for the Autumn months, the event did not disappoint with great athletes and matches.
Full results of the IBJJF Pan American No-Gi Championship that took place on the 1st of September, 2016. The tournament saw some of the best competitors in the sport’s East Coast scene battling for the crown of Pan Am champion.
A shortened/non-intimidating guide to the jiu jitsu no-gi uniform, for those who are planing to compete in IBJJF style grappling events. What you can and cannot wear to a no-gi tournament, as well as a comprehensive list of legal rashguards and shorts from which to buy approved gear.
Tiago Pereira is one of the top Brazilian jiu jitsu competitors of his generation, particularly in the Master division, where he earned important titles such as the World Masters and the World No-Gi Championship. Pereira earned his black belt under the illustrious Admilson “Juquinha” Brites, having represented both Gracie Humaitá and the Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu associations throughout his career.
Short comparison and analisys between four of the top rulesets in the sport of no-gi Brazilian jiu jitsu. From EBI to ADCC, from Grappling Pro Championship to IBJJF. Points vs Submission Only and the ramifications they bring to the game.
Tiago Bravo is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Muzio de Angelis. Known for his work as a coach in the United Arab Emirates Tiago Bravo is also one of the top featherweight competitors of his generation, having medalled in important tournaments such as the Abu Dhabi World Pro Championship, the Brazilian No-Gi Nationals as well as the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam.
Interview with Renato Forasieppi Canuto, 2016’s lightweight world champion and one of the (if not the) most exciting brown belt in the world today. On this article we discuss sponsorship, his new life in the USA, his lineage and his approach to jiu jitsu.
Grappling Pro Championship launched their innovative project today, putting together a great show and a very solid card featuring some of jiu jitsu’s top …
Breno Bittencourt is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Alan Moraes, and a representative of the Carlson Gracie lineage in the sport. A member of the AMBJJ association, one of the most fruitful branches of the Carlson Gracie Academy, Breno Bittencourt made a name for himself during his brown belt campaign, by conquering two Brazilian National titles, as well as a South American championship.
Fabricio Medeiros, commonly known as Fabricio “Bicudo” is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Renato Tavares and former member of teams such as Associação Oriente, Carlson Gracie Academy and Checkmat. Bicudo is also an accomplished athlete in other combat sports such as mixed martial arts (MMA) and freestyle wrestling.
Santeri Lilius and Emilia Tuukkanen are two extraordinary human beings, but although their unusual story spawned from their jiu jitsu life, the couple’s very first …
Full results from the “EBI 8 The Middleweights” tournament, a no-gi jiu jitsu event that put forward the very first Eddie Bravo Invitational 185lbs champion.
