Chapter 13: Etiquette And Tips For Your First Class Chapter 14: Choosing A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gym Chapter 1: Hierarchy of Positions (A Guide to BJJ Positions) Jiu-Jitsu is unique because, unlike other grappling styles, you place equal importance on both top and bottom positions. Most of th...
Above is a demonstration from then BJJ purple belt, now black belt instructor, Dan “TrumpetDan” Lukehart. Notice that he also advises using your far knee to block near the hip to get more space. If you do all of these tips with the proper technique, you should be able to return to...
The beauty of these strikes is they will come from angles your opponent cannot see, and those are the most dangerous. If Kyu Sung cannot see what’s coming, he won’t adjust and prepare his body for the impact, meaning he is more liable to be knocked out. Blocking Leg Kicks Now you ...
In this chapter, we’ve come up with some tips on what to look out for while training at the Muay Thai gym. Sticking to these guidelines will show the appropriate respect to your coaches and training partners, and will help you fit right in wherever you train.Turn Up On TimeMake sure ...
Control Mechanics For The No-Gi De La Riva Guard We decided to also include a basic introduction to the No-Gi De La Riva guard, as many have adopted it in the past years. In this video, BJJ black belt and competitor Junny Ocasio shares his approach to the technique. ...
10) Sparring Tips Lastly, here are a few random tips for your first sparring session. Listen to your instructors Your instructors will give you the best advice. They’ve handled many students in their first sparring sessions, and they’ve experienced it themselves. So they know what you’re...
Tips For Your First ClassYou can burn up to 1,000 calories in a one-hour Muay Thai class.If you’ve set foot in a Muay Thai gym as a newcomer and feel intimidated when you step into a new gym for the first time, you’re not alone. However, there’s no need to worry. You’...
Chapter 11: Etiquette And Tips For Your First Class Chapter 12: Roadwork, Bag Work, and Training Chapter 13: Choosing A Boxing Gym Chapter 1: Stance And Footwork To those who have never stepped foot in the square circle, Boxing is often regarded as a brutal and bloody sport. In reality...