Looking to find a BJJ gym that’s a perfect fit for you? I’ve trained with many white belts who almost quit BJJ because they had a terrible first class. They had no idea what to look for in a gym. So, they picked one that was unsafe, unhelpful, and unsocial. If you want to have fun at BJJ and have the motivation to train consistently, you must find the right gym based on your goals and capabilities. Anyone at any age or fitness level can start BJJ. But a jacked 25-year-old former competitive male athlete who wants to jump into tournaments belongs at a different gym than a 48-year-old mom of 2 l ..read more

BJJ guards: what are they, and how do you get good at them? A key differentiator between intermediate-level BJJ players (purple belts and above) and beginners (white belts and blue belts) is their BJJ guard proficiency. Saulo Ribeiro, in Jiu-Jitsu University, writes “As with every other position, you will learn the guard at the white belt level. However, it is not until purple belt that you will really feel the guard falling into place. At purple belt, you should see your guard developing into a game full of defense, sweeps, reversals, favorite positions, and combinations.” In this article, I ..read more

Jiu-Jitsu University is a book that every grappler should have on their shelf. As a four-stripe blue belt, it’s been fundamental to my progression over my 4 years of training. From teaching basic positions to specific submissions like the rear-naked choke, the book is like having your own private, world-class BJJ coach.  In this article, I’ll share my summary and key takeaways from the book. In less than 10 minutes, you’ll grasp the most important points it teaches — and level up your game. Jiu Jitsu University By Saulo Ribeiro  My Rating: 9/10 Read More On Amazon Subscribe to get f ..read more

The Rear Naked Choke (RNC) is the BEST submission in BJJ. There’s a reason why it’s one of the 6 BJJ submissions taught by John Danaher. And it’s the highest-percentage BJJ choke in the UFC. But how can you finish the RNC consistently — even if your opponent is tucking in their chin? In this article, I’ll break down everything you need to know about the RNC for BJJ: What is a rear naked choke (& it’s fascinating history); How to do a rear naked choke (and finish it); How to get out of a rear naked choke; The best rear naked choke tips & best practices Practicing the rear naked choke ..read more

Is jiu-jitsu dangerous? Yes. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try it — or that you can’t recover from a worst-case scenario. Here’s a story to illustrate my point. In July of 2021, I was a four-stripe white belt attending my usual Wednesday night BJJ class. I was training with a purple belt doing an unusually intense round. Near the end of the round, I shot for a takedown. My training partner jumped for a guillotine right as I dove in, landing on my right leg. There was a loud crack, and I hit the ground. I ended up breaking my leg and damaging my meniscus. Swelling in my right knee after ..read more

Are your fingers and knuckles getting mangled from BJJ? If so, it’s time for you to invest in some BJJ finger tape. The most common injury in jiu-jitsu is to the fingers and hands. And one of the best ways to prevent this injury is by wrapping your fingers with finger tape. In this article, I’ll share everything you need to know about BJJ finger tape. BJJ Finger Tape: Quick Links What Is BJJ Finger Tape? Why Use Finger Tape In BJJ? How To Tape Your Fingers Best Finger Tape For BJJ: My Top Picks BJJ Finger Tape Alternatives Frequently Asked Questions Takeaway Thoughts & Discussion What I ..read more

Tom Hardy is famous for his acting skills — but did you know he’s a legitimate purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? He’ll choke you out as Bane…and then on the mats with a rear-naked choke. In this article, I’ve curated everything you want to know about Tom Hardy’s jiu-jitsu: his background & stats; his BJJ story; his tournament performance; and his BJJ gear. Tom Hardy At A Jiu-Jitsu Competition Wearing A REORG BJJ Gi Tom Hardy Background & Stats Tom Hardy is an English actor, producer, and screenwriter. He’s famous for his roles in films like Inception, The Dark Knight Rises, Warri ..read more

These BJJ deals will save you money on your next BJJ gi, rash guard, or instructional. I’ve reached out to many of the top BJJ brands for sales, deals, discounts, and coupon codes for you. And I’ll be continually adding new deals to it every month. Using this page, you’ll never pay full price for BJJ gear ever again. NOTE: Sign up for my newsletter if you’d like to get an email reminder each month with the best BJJ deals. BJJ Deals: Jump To Section BJJ Seasonal Sales BJJ Daily Deals BJJ Gi Sales BJJ Rash Guard Sales Misc BJJ Gear & Equipment Sales Takeaway Thoughts & Discussion BJJ S ..read more

Besides rash guards and shorts, BJJ spats are another important piece of gear for no-gi BJJ.  I originally bought some spats because I thought they looked cool and everyone else wore them. But after starting BJJ Equipment, I wanted to understand why they’re useful. In this BJJ spats guide, I’ll break down multiple details to help you understand their purpose, how to size them, and my top picks based on your preferences and style. Top Pick Gold BJJ Spats These are my favorite BJJ spats and my most-worn pair whenever I'm training no-gi. Pair them with their Fight Shorts and you'll have t ..read more

Are you curious about BJJ statistics such as the highest percentage submissions in BJJ, what chokes work best in the UFC, or general trends? I’ve curated and categorized a list of BJJ stats and research below. NOTE: If you’d like to cite this article, feel free! Just insert a link back to the original post: https://bjjequipment.com/bjj-statistics BJJ Statistics: Quick Links Top BJJ Statistics Highest Percentage Submissions In BJJ BJJ Belt Statistics UFC Submission Statistics BJJ Guard & Guard Passing Statistics BJJ Gear & Equipment Statistics Misc BJJ Statistics BJJ Research Learn Mor ..read more