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		<title>2011: The Year of the Woman in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[2011: The Year of the Woman in Brazilian Jiu-JitsuThe ladies at Clockwork BJJ in New York City held the first of a now regular open mat series in the city. The IBJJF split the blue/purple female No-Gi division into two separate divisions at the No-Gi Pan and the No-Gi Worlds for the first time.Read more [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br/><strong>2011: The Year of the Woman in Brazilian <b>Jiu-Jitsu</b></strong><br/>The ladies at Clockwork <b>BJJ</b> in New York City held the first of a now regular open mat series in the city. The IBJJF split the blue/purple female No-<b>Gi</b> division into two separate divisions at the No-<b>Gi</b> Pan and the No-<b>Gi</b> Worlds for the first time.<br/><i>Read more on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://thefightworkspodcast.com/2012/01/06/female-brazilian-jiu-jitsu/comment-page-1/">The FightWorks Podcast</a><br/><br/></i><br/><br/><br/><strong>Montreal Grappling Grand Prix</strong><br/>Black Belt <b>Gi</b> Super Fight: Daniel Covel (Team Balance/Marcelo Garcia) vs. Fernando Zulick (Action Reaction MMA) <b>Gi</b> Super Fight: Brazilian <b>Jiu-Jitsu</b> black belt Louis Berube (<b>BJJ</b> Quebec/BTT-Canada) vs. Brazilian <b>Jiu-Jitsu</b> brown belt David Aguzzi (Zahabi <b>&#8230;</b><br/><i>Read more on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.midnightpoutine.ca/events/5199">Midnight Poutine</a><br/><br/></i><br/><br/><br/><strong>Evolve Mixed Martial Arts Training Academy Recognized Worldwide for Excellence</strong><br/>The Evolve Fighters Program is the only program in Asia designed for professional fighters by World Champions in Muay Thai, <b>BJJ</b>, No <b>Gi</b> Grappling and Boxing. This invitation-only program is ideal for advanced fighters focused on amateur or professional <b>&#8230;</b><br/><i>Read more on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/evolve-mixed-martial-arts-training-academy-recognized-worldwide-for-excellence-123426.htm">SBWire (press release)</a><br/><br/></i><br/><br/><br/><script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.generateuniquecontent.com/js/ucg.js?qid=331995"></script></p>
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		<title>Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi Review &#8211; Ground Control Fight Gear &#8211; BJJ Weekly Issue #021</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:20:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[www.bjjweekly.com In this episode the guys take a look at the Ground Control Fight Gear Comp 350 Gi. This gi features an ultralight top with an unique cotton ripstop pant. Find out more in the video.Video Rating: 5 / 5]]></description>
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<p>www.bjjweekly.com In this episode the guys take a look at the Ground Control Fight Gear Comp 350 Gi. This gi features an ultralight top with an unique cotton ripstop pant. Find out more in the video.<br/><strong>Video Rating: 5 / 5</strong></p>
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		<title>Don?t forget to use Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Nov 2011 14:47:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[by KellBailey People who know about martial arts they must know about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. From martial art, now it has become popular as a sport also. Those who don’t dare to involve themselves in it can take its pleasure just by watching it. Because of the popularity of Brazilian jiu jitsu, its uniform Brazilian [...]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">People who know about martial arts they must know about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. From martial art, now it has become popular as a sport also. Those who don’t dare to involve themselves in it can take its pleasure just by watching it. Because of the popularity of Brazilian jiu jitsu, its uniform Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi is also becoming famous among all. Many few people are familiar with Bjj Gi.  In the Bjj Gi, Bjj is a martial art of Japan. Everyone is familiar with it and no need to explain it deeply  and Gi means clothing So we can say that Bjj Gi is the clothes used to wear while taking training Bjj.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"> It is not necessary to wear it but even after that, it must be worn especially at the time of practice. Because at the time of practice you are trained to be ready to fight in any situation and in all the situations you don’t have all the required weapons for it. </p>
<p>You should practice without it also in order to protect yourself in all situations. As I told you that it is mainly to prepare you, and this is the reason experts generally don’t use it.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Many people feel nervous when they go to take its training, but if you have purchased Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi. As it will make you feel comfortable but be sure that you don’t have spend much amount on your first Bjj Gi. In many shops you can get it at very affordable prices. Don’t forget to have Bjj belts also.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Perfect Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi should have features like durability, comfort, elegant. So that you can move easily without any effort otherwise your Gi will not let you take right moves to defeat opponent. And if it is light in weight then nothing can be better than this. Its jacket should be made using single pearl-weave fabric which should be soft. If your jacket has rubber lapel coating then it will dry fast. And if you want to use it for long time then it must be stitched three times. Make it a habit to wash it regularly and to keep it clean and after washing dry it in ventilated area.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">If you are thinking that you have to bother a lot in find that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi in which you can get all the above mentioned qualities. Then no need to bother your search for best Bjj Gi can end at K2 fight gear.</p>
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<p>One of the form of Judo of Japan is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which is almost incomplete without <a href="http://www.k2fightgear.com/">Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi.</a> The main purpose to use it while training is to make the candidate perfect for all unseen and immediate situations.</p>
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		<title>Grapplepalooza: Grappling, tournament-style</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:33:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Grapplepalooza: Grappling, tournament-styleYet there are guys that train twice a day four, five times a week in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and no-gi submission grappling with nowhere to showcase their abilities. I thought wouldn&#39;t it be great to have grappling tournament that would not only show who &#8230;Read more on JOEUFC 137 Roundtable: Analyzing Nick Diaz&#39;s [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br/><strong>Grapplepalooza: Grappling, tournament-style</strong><br/>Yet there are guys that train twice a day four, five times a week in Brazilian <b>Jiu Jitsu</b> and no-<b>gi</b> submission grappling with nowhere to showcase their abilities. I thought wouldn&#39;t it be great to have grappling tournament that would not only show who <b>&#8230;</b><br/><i>Read more on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.joe.ie/sports/mma/grapplepalooza-grappling-tournament-style-0016968-1">JOE</a><br/><br/></i><br/><br/><br/><strong>UFC 137 Roundtable: Analyzing Nick Diaz&#39;s Chances Against B.J. Penn</strong><br/>That isn&#39;t meant to imply that BJ is a poor wrestler either, but obviously his takedown skills aren&#39;t on the same level as his <b>BJJ</b> and striking. Conversely, Penn&#39;s best weapon, which is his pure punching power, is something that Diaz has consistently <b>&#8230;</b><br/><i>Read more on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2011/10/26/2516324/ufc-137-nick-diaz-vs-bj-penn-roundtable">Bloody Elbow</a><br/><br/></i><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.generateuniquecontent.com/js/ucg.js?qid=268584"></script></p>
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		<title>Question about Brazilian Jiujitsu for people with striking art backgrounds&#8230;.?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2011 14:49:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Question by jamesf24: Question about Brazilian Jiujitsu for people with striking art backgrounds&#8230;.?I have recently began life-threatening traditional (Gi) BJJ training. As many of you know, I have extensive experience in karate, kung fu and tae kwon do, including sweeps from standing and a few throws, but very little grappling experience. I had about 10 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br/><strong><i>Question by jamesf24</i>: Question about Brazilian Jiujitsu for people with striking art backgrounds&#8230;.?</strong><br/>I have recently began life-threatening traditional (Gi) BJJ training.  As many of you know, I have extensive experience in karate, kung fu and tae kwon do, including sweeps from standing and a few throws, but very little grappling experience. I had about 10 classes of MMA that included some &#8220;no gi&#8221; jiu jitsu.So far, I have had 3 classes of the traditional BJJ, and I am finding many of the throws antagonistic intuitive.  In otherwords, I feel like I am setting up to throw one direction, but the technique is the other direction.  Anyone else experience this?  How did you adapt?  Jamesyes, most of the throws I know involve me staying standing.  It&#8217;s not a hip placement issue, it&#8217;s a &#8220;either or&#8221; issue and the technique is taught to go one direction while my instinct says another.<br/><br/><strong>Best answer:</strong><br/>
<p><i>Answer by Richard R</i><br/>My experience has always been keep training and it will come to fit you. Find another ribbed who has trained in mma and he tin help you adjust to make each move work with your own style.</p>
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		<title>Strikeforce Judo Chop: Roger Gracie&#039;s Jiu Jitsu Basics For MMA</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 14:21:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Martial Arts Summer Camp San Clemente: CraftsImage by guillobel BJJ AcademyOne of the fun activities at the Guillobel Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Summer Camp 2011 was to draw and color the coolest BJJ gi and uniform for our cake pop. Guillobel BJJ offers the best Jiu JItsu program in San Clemente. 100% Guaranteed. Strikeforce Judo Chop: [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Martial Arts Summer Camp San Clemente: Crafts</strong><br/><img alt=""bjj gi"" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6009/5932159206_324c9b1127.jpg" width="400"/><br/><br/><i>Image by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/31607725@N03/5932159206">guillobel BJJ Academy</a></i><br/>One of the fun activities at the Guillobel Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Summer Camp 2011 was to draw and color the coolest BJJ gi and uniform for our cake pop. Guillobel BJJ offers the best Jiu JItsu program in San Clemente. 100% Guaranteed.</p>
<p><br/><strong>Strikeforce Judo Chop: Roger Gracie&#39;s <b>Jiu Jitsu</b> Basics For MMA</strong><br/>However a lot of this development has been for the aiming of seeking a prefer to go on and romp a match in <b>Gi</b> or No <b>Gi</b> Sport <b>Jiu Jitsu</b> with less consideration for its application in a dissimilar environment such as MMA or even a self defense <b>&#8230;</b><br/><i>Read more on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2011/9/7/2409853/strikeforce-judo-chop-roger-gracie-jiu-jitsu-basics-for-mma">Bloody Elbow</a><br/><br/></i><br/><br/><br/><strong>Book Review: The Grappler&#39;s Handbook by Jean Jacques Machado</strong><br/>Unlike some <b>BJJ</b> purists, he does this with no condescension towards no-<b>gi</b> fighting; these are simply related, but different, forms of combat. By acknowledging the differences between these sports, and making adjustments to suit them, Machado creates <b>&#8230;</b><br/><i>Read more on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2011/9/5/2406367/mma-grapplers-handbook-jean-jacques-machado-book-review-jiu-jitsu">Bloody Elbow</a><br/><br/></i><br/><br/><br/><strong>BAMMA 7: Wallhead vs. Trigg Preview</strong><br/>Once considered the top lightweight grappler in sport <b>Jiu-Jitsu</b>, Santos courageously faced Takanori Gomi on short notice in 2002, but has gradually fortified his game since then, yet taking off the <b>gi</b> and focusing strictly on MMA. <b>&#8230;</b><br/><i>Read more on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2011/9/8/2410450/bamma-7-wallhead-vs-trigg-preview-daley-radev-winner-ball">Bloody Elbow</a><br/><br/></i><br/><br/><br/></p>
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		<title>Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gis</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 14:31:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[by Daniel*1977 The popularity of mixed martial arts has led to an increasing number of people being aware of Brazilian jiu jitsu, as it has become an increasingly popular sport. Although mixed martial artists do not wear them, Brazilian jiu jitsu gis have also increased in popularity, since you must wear one when partaking in [...]]]></description>
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<p>The popularity of mixed martial arts has led to an increasing number of people being aware of Brazilian jiu jitsu, as it has become an increasingly popular sport. Although mixed martial artists do not wear them, Brazilian jiu jitsu gis have also increased in popularity, since you must wear one when partaking in a training course. If you plan to learn this growing sport, you must pick up a jiu jitsu gi for your training. In addition, if you watch any high-level jiu jitsu competitions, so you will see that all of the participants wear a gi of some sort.</p>
<p>One thing that you will learn is that Brazilian jiu jitsu gis are made to be extremely durable, as they have an important purpose during a match. In karate, the gi is just like a uniform, but a jiu jitsu gi has a functional purpose within the sport. Moves like the collar choke use the gi as a device, so you would not want to use anything that is less durable than a traditionally made gi. You also would not want to wear a t-shirt as you train, as it would surely become ripped after just a few minutes on the mat.</p>
<p>A reason why you use Brazilian jiu jitsu gis while training is that the sport is used for self-defense. In most self-defense situations, you will be wearing clothing and possibly a jacket, which might make it more difficult for you to defend yourself. By training while wearing a gi, you will be prepared for any situation in which an attack can use your clothing against you. Being prepared for any situation is one of the things that this sport preaches, so you will definitely be glad that you have trained in a gi.</p>
<p>Keep in mind that it is important for you to practice the sport without Brazilian jiu jitsu gis as well, since it provides you with a balance. If you only train with a jiu jitsu gi, you would not know what to do if you end up in a situation without one. Likewise, if you always train without a gi, you would not know what to do in a situation where you clothing is being used against you. In the end, you should learn both types of jiu jitsu in order to maximize your ability to defend yourself. Remember that you will not be wearing your gi if you are attacked on the street, so you will not be able to directly apply what you have learned, but can rather use it as a starting point of self-defense.</p>
<p>You can Brazilian jiu jitsu gis from a variety of different locations, so make sure that you research them before getting started. A jiu jitsu gi is a vital piece of equipment for anyone learning this sport, so make sure that you find one that suits you. A high quality gi is definitely to way to go, as it will ensure that you can learn all of the sport&#8217;s maneuvers without having your gi rip.</p>
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<p>Learn about the basic jujitsu gi used for tournaments and exercises in this free martial arts video lesson on beginning jujitsu moves. Expert: Don Daly Contact: www.dondaly.com Bio: A Michigan native, Don Daly is a certified personal trainer and experienced martial arts instructor. He founded FITNESS SOLUTIONS in 1994. Filmmaker: Christopher South<br/></p>
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		<title>How to Wash Your Bjj Gi</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[by guillobel BJJ Academy Article by Shawn It is absolutely necessary that you have to care more for the Bjj Gi. It has altogether different tips as far as the type of washing is concerned. The kind of washing the Bjj Gi requires is a lot different from what the other types of wear need. [...]]]></description>
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<p>It is absolutely necessary that you have to care more for the Bjj Gi. It has altogether different tips as far as the type of washing is concerned. The kind of washing the Bjj Gi requires is a lot different from what the other types of wear need. Usually the manufacturers of the Bjj gear also recommend the method of washing too. They do not recommend the use of bleach in the washing of your Bjj Gi. Your gear is safe once you follow the directions given by the manufacturer regarding the washing procedure. </p>
<p>You need to understand that washing your Bjj Gi needs more attention than washing the gear of any other martial art in the sense that Bjj involves rigorous grappling and causes you to sweat more too. This is the reason why the Bjj Gi is made of a thick material. It has to be durable after all in addition to being thick. It is interesting to note that you get varieties of lightweight Bjj kimonos in the sporting goods shops nowadays. This is because of the fact that they are durable too. You can be sure that the new types of lightweight Bjj Gi weigh just about 4 lbs and are easy to wash and are long-lasting too. The lightweight Bjj Gi is more comfortable on the mats too while you roll during the play. </p>
<p>It is advisable to wash your Bjj Gi every time you train or play. In fact daily washing is highly recommended in case you attend training sessions on a daily basis. Do your best not to wear the same Bjj Gi if you train twice a day. Do not dump your washer with more that two lightweight Bjj Gis at a time. This is to ensure that your washer is not overloaded. It is true that an overloaded washer does not perform its duty to its potential. Since the manufacturers do not recommend the use of bleach in the process of washing, you can use vinegar while washing your Bjj Gi. Vinegar has the power to kill odors without damaging the material. Your Bjj Gi fabric is safe when you use vinegar. The same is not guaranteed while using bleach. </p>
<p>Line drying is highly recommended in sunny places because the Sun acts directly on the bacteria to remove them. Take care to use your Bjj Gi only when it gets dried after a thorough wash. Never wear your Bjj Gi when it is wet or not dried properly. Line drying always needs a plenty of time and hence allow your Bjj Gi to dry by giving it sufficient time under the Sun because the more it is wet the more it gives room for bacteria to grow and to cause funk. It is equally true that washing your Bjj Gi in cold water would do a world of good to the life of the gear.				</p>
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<p><i>Image by <a target="_blank" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/31607725@N03/5931606781">guillobel BJJ Academy</a></i><br />One of the fun activities at the Guillobel Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Summer Camp 2011 was to draw and colour the coolest BJJ gi and uniform for our cake pop.</p>
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