QUICK NOTE: I posted this about a year ago but recently got back into reading this book so I wanted to post it again! I still highly recommend this book for anyone who is looking for the fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu. Over at 10th Planet Van Nuys we talk a lot about the research and development aspect … Continue reading My Recent Jiu Jitsu Gift to Myself: Jiu-Jitsu Univeristy
Month: November 2012
To Play Heel Hooks Or To Not Play Heel Hooks…
The Heel Hook…Many Jiu Jitsu schools and tournaments have banned this move because it is “dangerous”. While I agree that it is a dangerous submission, there is no need to ban it IF people are properly educated on it. In reality the Rear Naked Choke is way more dangerous than a Heel Hook because it … Continue reading To Play Heel Hooks Or To Not Play Heel Hooks…
My Top Three Tips for Passing the Guard
Over the past month I have been drilling a lot of guard passes with Coach Alder of 10th Planet Van Nuys fame. Over this month many of us have had breakthroughs when it comes to our guard passing game. In this month's article I wanted to share with you 3 simple tips that helped take my guard … Continue reading My Top Three Tips for Passing the Guard