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 [...]

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 [...]