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BJJ Takedowns: 8 Throws and Takedowns to Learn First

The eight BJJ takedowns worth learning first, from the body lock and single leg to uchi mata and sumi gaeshi, with gi and no-gi tips, scoring and safe training advice.

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BJJ Points System Explained: How IBJJF Scoring Works

How the BJJ points system works: IBJJF points for takedowns, sweeps, guard passes, mount and back control, plus advantages, penalties and how ties are decided.

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45+ BJJ Submissions: Chokes, Arm Locks and Leg Locks Explained

More than 45 Brazilian jiu-jitsu submissions explained, from the rear naked choke and armbar to heel hooks and cranks, with gi and no-gi notes, beginner guidance and IBJJF rule pointers.

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BJJ Gi Size Chart Guide: How to Choose the Right Gi Size

Quick answer: Most adult BJJ gis use a letter-and-number code such as A2 or F3 instead of S, M and L. Start with your height to choose the number, use your weight and build to decide whether you need a...

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Mastering the Art of Sweeps: Unlocking the Key to Effective Guard Passing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - CYPHR Combat

Mastering the Art of Sweeps: Unlocking the Key to Effective Guard Passing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

In the dynamic world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), the ability to execute precise and powerful sweeps is a fundamental skill that separates the skilled practitioners from the rest. Sweeps, the art of using leverage, timing, and momentum to upend your...

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Inspirational Quotes from Rickson Gracie, Roy Dean, and John Danaher - CYPHR Combat

BJJ Quotes: Jiu-Jitsu Wisdom from the Gracies, Danaher and More

Sourced BJJ quotes from the Gracies, John Danaher, Marcelo Garcia, Saulo Ribeiro and more, grouped by theme with a short note on what each means for your training.

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Understanding Combat Gi and No Gi in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Techniques - CYPHR Combat

Gi vs No-Gi BJJ: The Complete Guide

Gi vs no-gi BJJ explained: what changes when the jacket comes off, how the competition rules differ, which style suits beginners, self-defence and MMA, and what to wear for each.

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Essential Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Terms for Grapplers to Master - CYPHR Combat

BJJ Terms Glossary: 120+ Jiu-Jitsu Terms from A to Z

An A–Z glossary of 120+ BJJ terms, from armbar to Z-guard, with plain-English definitions of positions, guards, submissions, Portuguese and Japanese names, and gym slang.

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BJJ belt ranks guide: white, blue, purple, brown and black belts

BJJ Belt Ranks Explained: Adult and Kids Belt Order, Ages and Times

The full BJJ belt order for adults and kids, how stripes work, IBJJF minimum ages and times, coral and red belts, and how long each belt usually takes.

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