BJJ Insights

Independent BJJ guides, technique breakdowns, gear reviews, gym coverage, and news for grapplers of every belt.

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• Find a Gym — How to evaluate, choose, and switch BJJ gyms anywhere in the world.
• Gear — Honest, hands-on reviews of gis, rashguards, mouthguards, and training gear.
• Techniques — Step-by-step technique breakdowns from white belt fundamentals to black belt details.
• Health — Strength, mobility, nutrition, and injury-prevention for grapplers.
• Profiles — Long-form interviews and profiles of black belts, coaches, and competitors.
• News — Tournament results, rule changes, and industry news from the BJJ world.

Latest articles

• The Americana: Break Shoulders and Force Back Takes — Master the Americana submission from mount. Learn the exact breaking mechanics, the biggest white belt mistakes, and how to use it to set up back takes.
• The Armbar From Mount: S-Mount Setup & Finishing Details — Master the BJJ armbar from mount. Learn why S-mount is the best setup, how to stop the spin out escape, and the biggest mistakes white belts make.
• The Kimura: Stop Takedowns and Break Shoulders — Master the BJJ Kimura submission. Learn the paintbrush finishing mechanic, the Kimura trap system, and how to use it to shut down wrestlers.
• Rear Naked Choke: The Ultimate Guide to Back Control — Learn how to master the Rear Naked Choke (RNC). We cover the backpack checklist, the straight jacket hand-trapping system, and the anaconda squeeze.
• Triangle Choke for Beginners: Easiest Setup From Closed Guard — Learn the easiest triangle choke setup from closed guard. We break down the exact steps, how to cut the angle, and why you shouldn't just squeeze.
• Best Kids BJJ Gi: 5 Top Picks for Young Grapplers (2026) — We compared 5 kids BJJ gis on fit, durability, color options, and price. Top picks from Elite Sports, Sanabul, Tatami, Fuji, and Hayabusa.
• Top Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Orange County — Looking for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in Orange County? You're in one of the best places in the world to train. OC is home to world-class academies, legendary instructors, and a thriving competition s
• Top 5 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Sacramento — Best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academies Near You — Discover the top 5 Jiu Jitsu gyms in Sacramento for beginners, competitors, and families. Compare world-class instruction, competition teams, prices, and reviews of the best BJJ
• 🏆 Top 10 Jiu Jitsu Gyms in San Diego — Best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academies Near You — Discover the top 10 Jiu Jitsu gyms in San Diego for beginners, competitors, and families. Compare world-class instruction, competition teams, prices, and reviews of the best BJJ Gyms in SD.
• Best Jiu Jitsu Gyms in Los Angeles — Top Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academies Near You — Discover the best Jiu Jitsu gyms in Los Angeles for beginners, competitors, and families. Compare class schedules, competition teams, prices, and reviews of top-rated BJJ academies in LA.