Jiu Jitsu: The Guillotine Choke Posted By : Jill Smi
The guillotine choke is one of many submission holds in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Chances are, you have seen this countless times during MMA events. But why do you see it often? The answer is very simple....
View ArticleWhat To Look For When Choosing A Martial Art Posted By : Jill Smi
For anyone who wants to learn a martial art, there is a lot to know in regards to the many different styles. Of course there is the question of finding the best martial art, which is a question a lot...
View ArticleJiu Jitsu: Equipment You'll Need Posted By : Jill Smi
Everyone who decides to get into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu must follow the rules and have the proper equipment. This is for the safety of the fighter and of those he or she will be competing against during...
View ArticleAre There Jiu Jitzu Classes At Your Gym? Posted By : Jill Smi
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is very popular and this is why a lot of gyms across the United States offer it. Mixed martial arts competitions had something to do with it but people have realized that this is...
View ArticleHow to Find a Dojo or Jiu Jitsu Gym Posted By : Jill Smi
Jiu Jitsu is offered in a lot of gyms across the United States because it is an effective self-defense technique that anyone can use when faced with a threat. If you want to learn that, all you have to...
View ArticleProper Etiquette in Jiu Jitsu Posted By : Jill Smi
Jiu Jitsu is an ancient martial art. If you want to learn it, you have to enroll in a gym and follow Jiu Jitsu etiquette. Jiu Jitsu etiquette is practiced by everyone and there are no exceptions. If...
View ArticleUtilizing Joint Locks in Submission Wrestling Posted By : Jill Smi
A joint lock is one way to make your opponent surrender in submission wrestling because if they don't, whatever part of the body you focused on will be dislocated. But what is a joint lock? This...
View ArticleMartial Arts and Your Child Posted By : Jill Smi
These days, martial arts are something that everyone should know. With crime at an all time high, knowing how to defend yourself is essential. For the children, martial arts can mean a lot of things....
View ArticleAn Introduction to Martial Arts Posted By : Jill Smi
Anytime an individual decides to learn how to protect themselves, learn self defense, or become a better person, one thing comes to mind - martial arts. Martial arts are very common these days, being...
View ArticleJiu Jitsu: How the Scoring Works Posted By : Jill Smi
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,...
View ArticleHow You Earn Points in Jiu Jitsu Posted By : Jill Smi
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the most popular form of martial art that evolved from the Japanese. There are various competitions held every year and the scoring system will determine who will be the winner...
View ArticleKung Fu in its Many Varieties Posted By : Jill Smi
The martial art known as Kung Fu is very old, yet very powerful. There are several different forms involved with Kung Fu, that only add to the power and mystique. Below, we will go over a majority of...
View ArticleKempo: Karate on Speed Posted By : Jill Smi
Throughout the world of martial arts, the style known as Kempo is one of the best. Kempo uses extremely fast strikes, which is the area it is most known for. Kempo has been around for many years,...
View ArticleSome Basic Muay Thai Techniques Posted By : Jill Smi
A majority of the offensive techniques that are used in Muay Thai utilize a students hands, feet, elbows, and knees to strike an opponent. In order to bind the opponent for both defensive and offensive...
View ArticleA Brief History of UFC Posted By : Jill Smi
It's no secret that martial arts has indeed come a long way over the years. Many years ago, Bruce Lee helped the arts become even more famous, when he developed his style of Jeet Kune Do. He...
View ArticleAn Overview of Jiu Jitsu Posted By : Jill Smi
What Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? It is both a martial art and a combat sport that focuses on grappling in order for you to defeat your opponent submit. Much of the technique was adapted from kodokan Judo...
View ArticleAn Introduction to Jiu Jitsu Posted By : Jill Smi
What Is Jiu Jitsu? It is a Japanese form of martial art styles which consists of grappling and striking techniques. History shows that this was first introduced before 750 AD and this reached its peak...
View ArticleA Closer Look at Jiu Jitsu Posted By : Jill Smi
Most people want to learn a martial art not so that they can kick ass but to protect them or participate in competition. One of the best styles to learn these days is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu because you...
View ArticleJiu Jitsu: About Joint Locks Posted By : Jill Smi
There are different ways to make a person submit in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Joint locks are an option but there are some who say that this is not effective when dealing with an opponent. Is this true?...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Learning Jiu Jitsu Posted By : Jill Smi
You might think that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is not that different from other martial arts but this is not true. While other styles teach you to fight well while you are standing, this one will help you...
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