Bjj gi techniques – the kimura
The BJJ gi is a the tough traditional uniform worn by Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners throughout the world. The gi is a unique uniform as it is used not just to grip an opponent, but it can also be used offensively in sports BJJ. Watch a video about the kimura, a basic bjj technique.
Scoring in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
By: GuBu Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is quite popular in the US. Adapted from Japanese Jujitsu, various competitions are held across the country every year. To give you an example, fighters can join the Hoosier Open, Michigan Open or South Bay. In each of these matches, fighters are classified depending on their age group, weight and [...]
BJJ gi care
Caring for a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gi (BJJ gi) is not as easy as it may seem. Care should be given to a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi There are many ways to destroy the gi material if you aren’t careful. Specific washing instructions that come with your gi should be followed if you want to [...]
Reasons to Train BJJ with a BJJ gi
The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi Although it is an area typically overlooked by new Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students, the right type of gi is essential for both physical training and respectability within the BJJ community. Though many types of gi are on the market for judo, tae kwon do, and karate, using different styles of gi [...]
The Difference between a Judo Gi and a BJJ Gi
Judo and BJJ Gi Basics A gi is traditionally worn in the practice of martial arts. It is usually loose fitting, made from light weight fabric and designed to be true to the form of the martial art being practiced. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) developed from Judo making the gi for both sports very similar. [...]
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training without the BJJ gi
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling focused martial art revolving around ground fighting and a variety of submissions including choke holds and various joint locks. Traditionally, BJJ has been practiced with a very heavy and thick robe or kimono known as a Gi. While anyone who has seen a martial arts movie knows [...]