BJJ Techniques

BJJ was designed for self-defense, not just sport competition. While tournament rules limit techniques, street situations require a different approach. This guide covers practical BJJ for real-world self-defense scenarios. Why BJJ Works for Self-Defense Most real fights end up on the ground. BJJ specializes in ground fighting: Control larger opponents Neutralize strikes Subdue without excessive

Positional control is the part of jiu-jitsu that ages best. Speed fades, flexibility fades, explosive scrambles get more expensive every year — but pressure, framing and knowing where your weight belongs keep working into your fifties and beyond. This guide covers the three positions you will spend most of your mat time in: mount, side

Guard is where most of jiu-jitsu actually happens, and it is where age shows up first. Passing takes pressure and patience. Playing guard takes flexibility and hip speed. Both are trainable past 40, but the specific techniques you invest in should change. This guide covers the passes and sweeps worth building a game on, plus

Submission hunting is exciting, but beginners often waste energy on low-percentage attempts. Focus on these five fundamental submissions first. They work at every level from white belt to black belt. The Rear Naked Choke The highest-percentage submission in BJJ. If you get the back, you should finish the choke. Key Details One arm under their