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Should BJJ Blackbelts watch instructional videos?

Anon White Belt

4 days ago

Should BJJ Blackbelts watch instructional videos?

I know when doing Jiu Jitsu, we’re supposed to drop our ego at the door, but why does it seem like a lot of Black Belts don’t?

Anon White Belt

Nov 16

Politics

Lower Belt Bullying | A Game A Holes

A-Game A Holes is an article about upper belts in BJJ being dominant instead of helpful to lower belts.

Should BJJ Gym Owners give personal advice?

Anon White Belt

Oct 5

News

Should BJJ Gym Owners give personal advice?

When is it okay for a BJJ professor to give personal advice to a student? Is there really a time and a place?

Jonathan Latt

Aug 3

News

Am I too old to start BJJ?

Your never too old to start BJJ, or are you? BJJ Report looks at why!

Does BJJ work without takedowns? Yes and No!

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Jul 27

Politics

Does BJJ work without takedowns? Yes and No!

Does BJJ work without takedowns? Yes and No! We fight in a real confrontation the way we train in the gym? We have to become more balanced.

Refusing to roll with someone to avoid injury?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Jul 13

News

Refusing to roll with someone to avoid injury?

Is it ever okay to just pass on a round with someone? How do we say no without offending anyone?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Apr 13

News

Risking the Blackout: BJJ Chokes!

Knowing when to tap when being choked is a very important part of your BJJ journey. Its always good to be safe when practicing Jiu Jitsu.

BJJ Class Etiquette: Disruptive Behavior or Respectful Learning?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Apr 6

Politics

BJJ Class Etiquette: Disruptive Behavior or Respectful Learning?

What happens when a student works on techniques different from the ones being taught in class?

Why Being A BJJ Blue Belt Sucks? (and how to become a purple belt)

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Mar 9

News

Why Being A BJJ Blue Belt Sucks? (and how to become a purple belt)

Why it’s so difficult being a BJJ blue belt? There are many reasons that could contribute to why most Blue Belts quit BJJ.

Is it ok to go 100% at a new BJJ School?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Dec 16, 2023

Politics

Is it ok to go 100% at a new BJJ School?

Is it good or bad to go 100% when your a guest at another BJJ academy? BJJ Reports view may surprise you!

Should I break my training partners arm?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Dec 9, 2023

Politics

Should I break my training partners arm?

If your training partner doesn't tap while in an armbar should you pop the elbow?

Are we drilling correctly or wasting time?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Nov 11, 2023

Politics

Are we drilling correctly or wasting time?

Is drilling a waste of time? In Jiu Jitsu, Can you really rely on muscle memory without the true benefit of real resistance?

Who should clean the mats after BJJ Class?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Oct 28, 2023

News

Who should clean the mats after BJJ Class?

BJJ Report: Who should clean the mats after class, The professor or the students? Both answers are correct however debatable this may be.

Why do Purple Belts always miss warm ups?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Oct 21, 2023

Politics

Why do Purple Belts always miss warm ups?

BJJ Report: Why do Purple Belts always miss warm ups?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Oct 7, 2023

News

Wait until Blue Belt to free train?

Should you be able to free train before blue belt? What is the best way to learn how to free train?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Sep 16, 2023

News

Jiu Jitsu Is Not For Everyone!

Is BJJ a sport for everyone? The reasons are obvious why so many people quit before purple belt.

Should Purple Belts Be banned from Teaching BJJ?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Aug 26, 2023

Politics

Should Purple Belts Be banned from Teaching BJJ?

There is no doubt that purple belts have a lot of knowledge and experience when it comes to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. It takes years to become...

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Jul 29, 2023

Opinion

Warning! NEVER ask a Blackbelt to spar?

As a general rule, it is usually not considered good practice for lower belts to ask a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) blackbelt to spar. This...

9 reasons it is time to switch BJJ gyms!

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp

Jul 20, 2023

Politics

9 reasons it is time to switch BJJ gyms!

9 reasons to train BJJ elsewhere! Here is a list of reasons why a person should consider the option of training at a different BJJ academy.

WARNING! DO NOT ask for a belt promotion!

Anon White Belt

Jul 14, 2023

Politics

WARNING! DO NOT ask for a belt promotion!

Some say its taboo to ask when you will get promoted. It is like the old ninja clan rule. If you question your clan leader your lack of...