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 […]
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, […]
More and more people are thinking about training in BJJ. Some of them are looking for something empowering, or a way to improve their fitness and discipline. Some are exploring it as an option for their children. Here at Guerrilla BJJ in Reno, we welcome them all with open arms. And to help you make […]
Adults interested in starting BJJ tend to have questions, and chief among them relates to whether they’re physically fit enough to start or if it makes more sense to lose weight first. It’s a good question with an easy answer. Just come as you are. Getting In Shape is a Perk Among the many benefits […]
If you’ve searched anything relating to timeframes for learning the basics of BJJ, we’d bet you’re an adult picking up the sport for the first time. Kids tend to have the luxury of trying things for fun, without worrying about when they’re going to improve. But we get it! And while there’s no hard and […]
You’re checking out your very first BJJ class, and that’s so awesome. But if you haven’t already toured the facility or meet the instructors, you may be wondering what exactly you’re in for. While things vary somewhat depending on where exactly you go, we’re hitting the highlights of what to expect at your first BJJ […]
For parents of kids training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, the ranking system can be a little confusing. That’s particularly true if they’ve dabbled in other martial arts, and they’re comparing one ranking system to another. Here at Guerrilla BJJ in Reno, we follow the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) graduation system. Here’s how it works. ibjjf graduation system […]
Brazilian jiu-jitsu is one of those things that doesn’t come easy. And while that makes the reward so much sweeter, it’s still an uphill battle. It takes time between belt promotions, so how do you know when you’re getting better? Here are eight signs of improvement in your BJJ game. You act & react quicker These […]
Finding time for something like Brazilian jiu-jitsu isn’t always easy. Between work, school, family obligations, and a social life, it can be difficult to fit in enough classes to start seeing improvement to your game. So what does that mean? We need to make the most out of the classes that we do attend. Here […]
Feeling like your progress in BJJ has stalled completely isn’t an uncommon feeling, and that’s true no matter what your belt rank. Hitting a plateau can happen anywhere, any time – it’s really just part of the experience. Still, there are a few pitfalls that can trip you up and make breaking past that plateau […]