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7 articles on fundamentals.

The Most Common BJJ Injuries (and How to Stay on the Mats)

Knees, shoulders, fingers, elbows, and necks take the most damage in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Here's what the research says about the most common BJJ injuries, and how to train smarter so you keep showing up.

June 9, 20266 min read

Why Drilling Beats Rolling for Beginners

Live rolling is fun, but repetition is what actually wires technique into your body. Here's why your first months should be drilling-heavy, and how to do it well.

June 1, 20261 min read

Closed Guard for Beginners: A Complete Drilling Guide

The closed guard is the first position every BJJ beginner should master. Learn the key details, the must-know attacks, and a drilling plan to make it yours.

April 11, 20269 min read

BJJ Guard Passing for Beginners: Principles and First Passes

Guard passing confuses most beginners. Learn the core principles of passing guard in BJJ, plus two reliable first passes you can drill and rely on.

March 24, 20263 min read

How to Escape Mount in BJJ: A Step-by-Step Guide

Getting mounted feels hopeless, but it isn't. Learn the two highest-percentage mount escapes in BJJ: the bridge-and-roll and the elbow-knee escape.

March 12, 20263 min read

How to Escape Side Control in BJJ

Stuck under side control and can't breathe? Learn the framing, hip movement, and two reliable escapes that get you out from under side control in BJJ.

February 26, 20263 min read

The Best BJJ Submissions for Beginners to Learn First

Overwhelmed by submissions? These are the best high-percentage BJJ submissions for beginners to learn first: safe, reliable, and easy to drill.

February 18, 20263 min read