Finding great BJJ gear is mostly about finding great brands. Quality BJJ brands can usually be trusted for good-looking, high-quality gear every time. Tatami BJJ is one of those brands. They have deep roots with the BJJ community, and for over ten years, have been producing awesome Gis, rash guards, spats and more – at really good value. Whatever stage you’re at – whether you’re a beginner, novice, or Jiu Jitsu saved your life – you can always rely on Tatami to have what you need. Read on to learn more about the brand, why they’re so well regarded, and some of the top picks from our team of BJ ..read more

When we talk about BJJ Gis, there can be a few technical terms thrown around. Enough that you can easily get confused by it all. Weaves, GSM, pearl, gold, single double… Gi people will throw these words around proudly, but I guess you want to know what exactly they are bragging about. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about how BJJ Gis are made, so you can make an informed decision when you look for your next Gi. What Are BJJ Gis Made Of? The Gi we use for BJJ is almost always made of cotton, either 100% or a blend that is still predominantly cotton. While the material is the s ..read more

In this article, we’re going to look at the different types of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu mats, and help you pick the best BJJ mats to fit out your home gym or academy. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu involves a lot of ground work, as well as some impact and falls. That’s why it’s important to have a quality surface to work on, which means high-quality mats of the right thickness and material. This review will help you choose the right mat for your needs and budget, as well as reviewing some of the top Jiu Jitsu mats on the market today. Read More: In the market for a new Gi? Our BJJ Gi Buying Guide has you cov ..read more

A lot of people I teach and/or train with in BJJ constantly mix up the d’arce choke and anaconda choke. It makes sense. They’re both in the same family of chokes. There are a lot of situations, such as coming out of the ghost escape from bottom side control, where you have the choice of attacking one or the other. This post will explain the difference, as well as giving a simple breakdown on how to do the d’arce choke and anaconda choke. Read on and never get them mixed up ever again. What is the D’Arce Choke? The d’arce choke is an arm-in choke, which uses a combination of your arm and your o ..read more

If you’re starting out in Jiu Jitsu, you might be a bit confused as to what to wear for No-Gi BJJ classes. You don’t wear a Gi – obviously. But that only narrows it down a little bit. What’s allowed, what’s not, and what’s the optimal clothing to wear when you train no-gi? We’ve got all the answers for you, coming right up. What Should You Wear to Your First Class in No-Gi Jiu Jitsu? You might see people rock up in a lot of fancy outfits to train no-gi BJJ. In time, you can get to looking as cool – or as weird – as they do. But to start with, you don’t need to wear anything special. If it’s yo ..read more

When I tell people I do Jiu Jitsu, a lot of them reply, wide-eyed, “isn’t that dangerous?” It usually surprises me, because after training for so long, I don’t really see the dangerous side of it. I see it closer to the “gentle art” (which is what the term “jujitsu” roughly translates to in Japanese). But, to the outsider, that’s a fair question. After all, the aim of most BJJ techniques is to break your opponent’s limbs, dislocated their joints, or render them unconscious. So let’s dive deeper into the question, and clear it up for anyone new to the game. Read More: all you need to know abou ..read more

Becoming a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the toughest accomplishments there is. It takes years of dedication, passion, and even luck, to get there. So how many Jiu Jitsu black belts are there across the globe? It’s difficult to get a true number, but we do have some data we can look to for answers. Using this, we’ll try to come up with how many BJJ black belts there are today. Keep reading to learn more. How Many BJJ Black Belts Are There? According to the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF), there are are a little over 7400 BJJ black belts registered today. The ..read more

Let’s say you’re new to BJJ. You’re still learning the lingo – from OSS to mata leão. And you hear colored belts talking about “open mat”. But you’re too afraid to ask – “what is open mat?” If you’re afraid to ask the tough questions, and risk looking silly, don’t worry. That’s what Find Your Gi is here for! We’ll let you know what an open mat is, and share everything else you need to know before attending your first open mat. What is a BJJ Open Mat? An “open mat” in BJJ is an informal training session, usually meant to let people from different gyms show up and roll (BJJ sparring). The name ..read more

After you start training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), soon enough you’ll need to buy a BJJ Gi. Most of the time, when we train Jiu Jitsu, we do so in the Gi. Some schools have classes that focus only on No-Gi, and some (such as the 10th Planet chain) solely do No-Gi classes. But the overwhelming majority of schools will require you to get a Gi. If you’re new to the sport, and to the BJJ community as a whole, it might feel daunting trying to find the best place to buy a BJJ Gi. It’s a fairly big investment, after all (read more: how much does a BJJ Gi cost?), so you don’t want to risk getting sca ..read more

How much are Jiu Jitsu classes? What does Jiu Jitsu cost, overall? Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu an expensive sport? Stay tuned and we’ll answer all these questions for you. We’ll explain what you can generally expect to pay per month for Jiu Jitsu classes, along with any additional costs you’re likely to come across when you train BJJ. How Much Are Jiu Jitsu Classes? Jiu Jitsu classes typically cost between $100 and $200 per month. This is a ballpark figure – there are many factors that can affect this. Some gyms may charge more or less depending on the location, type of class, and instructor. For e ..read more