Why Guerrilla Jiu Jitsu is a great place for women to train BJJ

We know. Being an adult comes with having responsibilities from work to family and it can be so overwhelming at times if not all the time! But are you giving yourself enough time for you? Here’s why we think Guerrilla Jiu Jitsu is a great way to give yourself time: Empowerment and Community: Here at […]

Winter is a Great Time to Start Kids in BJJ

The holidays are over, and it’s freezing and snowy outside. For parents and their energetic kids, this can be a tough time of year. Outdoor sports aren’t really an option for non-skiing families, and the default for many people is (too much) screen time. But you don’t have to wait for spring sports to get […]

4 Excellent New Year’s resolutions for Your BJJ Journey

January is traditionally the time of year for ambitious “new year, new you” goals. Generally, people tend to set goals and abandon them roughly three weeks later. But pairing the fleeting motivation that inspires you to set goals in the first place with the discipline to follow through can be really rewarding. And that brings […]

6 Christmas Gifts for the BJJ Lover in Your Life

We’ll admit this post is a little late and if you’re still pondering Christmas gifts on December 21, you’re definitely running out of time. But four days is four days, so let’s get to it! We’re sharing six Christmas gifts for the BJJ lover in your life. 1. New BJJ Gi or Rashguard You really […]

4 Ways BJJ Helps Relieve Stress

Ahh, the holiday season is upon us. Whether you get starry-eyed at all the magic or your inner introvert starts prematurely panicking, this is undeniably a stressful time of year. From the socializing to the spending, the food to the family time, there’s a lot going on. Fortunately for BJJ practitioners, their activity of choice […]

5 Tips for Remembering BJJ Techniques

BJJ, like any martial art, is a cumulative sport. Your depth and range of knowledge grows and builds over time. But in the beginning, you may feel overwhelmed by even the most basic techniques you’re trying to learn and find yourself forgetting what you’re supposed to be doing. That’s normal! This stuff takes time. Luckily, […]