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  • MMA Fitness Test

    If you want to train MMA and you’re too old & injured to compete, or if you’re a sensible person who doesn’t like getting punched in the nose, then an MMA fitness competition/test will give you something to train for. Here’s the first one – 20 x stand up technique 20 x chest to chest…

  • Hand Fighting for Wrestling

    some tips Keep your head down elbows in hips back Bonus tip to finish a single leg with a body lock, always step on the inside to avoid a whizzer and Uchida mata if you get a collar tie, snap the feck out of it Always make contact with your back / far hand: use…

  • Whizzer/ Overhook takedown – Uchi Mata [no gi]

    You can do a small “kick” and turn into your opponent and go for a front headlock or go full commitment and go all the way down so your hand is actually on the floor, to complete the throw. Full video by Stuart Tomlinson here If you are looking for an uchi mata throw from…

  • Unveiling the Differences: BJJ Training Gis vs Competition Gis

    Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has gained immense popularity worldwide, with practitioners constantly seeking the perfect Gi for their training and competition needs. The choice between a training Gi and a competition Gi is crucial, as each serves distinct purposes.  In this blog, we will explore the key differences between these two types of Gis, including material,…

  • Partner Drills/Circuit for Grappling Technique & Fitness (10 mins)

    To do this circuit, you’ll need a timer – the one below is 40 second intervals, with 10 second rest in between: Partner 1 does the circuit first, completes all the exercises, before swapping. *Russian Snap Down by Islam: Collar tie counter example: Duck Unders^ Arm drags^ (just take the back and then restart) If…

  • A Complete Guide to the Back Squat 2023 (covers back pain when squatting, technique, plus more!)

    If you have lower back pain when squatting, or if you’re looking to build up your max squat, whether you do martial arts or not, keep reading! Jiu-jitsu and grappling sports are not dominated by weak bodies. It is an art about maximizing efficiency, yes – But the ceiling for optimizing a strong and healthy…

  • How to Escape a Headlock

    You don’t see many side headlocks in MMA, but they’re common practice in the school yard or when you’re dicking about with your mates. On the other hand – front headlocks or standing guillotines are very common and very effective. Generally speaking, you always want to keep your chin up and keep your ‘base’ underneath.…

  • XMartial.com Review – Viking Rash Guard

    I ordered a rather funky looking rash guard from Xmartial.com and I’ve been pleasantly suprised with how good the quality is. In fact, the first time that I wore the rashguard, was during a wild camp, at the top of a mountain in North Wales. As you can see in the video, the quality of…

  • Grappling Power Program .pdf [Updated August 2024]

    Explosive power is really important for successful grappling, especially in no gi. You can literally power out (or into) most positions and submissions if you have explosive hips and legs. Get explosive hips for superior grappling performance – scroll down to the bottom for the pdf and a nice table-version of the program. By the…

  • Yoga Poses – Marichyasana or Sage Pose

    This is a pose dedicated to and named after the sage – Marichi I It’s a good idea to warm up with easier poses before attempting this one. Using a stick pose and/or Janu Sirsasana It is said to put some level of stress on digestion. The lower back, shoulder and neck are also stressed/stretched…