Tag Archives: BJJ
Matt Smith seminar
There’s almost nothing I enjoy doing on a weekend more than attending martial arts seminars. So it was that yesterday I braved blowing snow and treacherous roads driving to Valhalla Academy for a 4-hour BJJ seminar with guest instructor Matt … Continue reading
Regressing, Stagnating, or Progressing?
I came across an interesting blog post the other day where the author talks about the risk of regressing in one’s jiu-jitsu skills despite regular practice. Probably lots of us have felt at one time or another like we are … Continue reading
BJJ and Chess
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is often compared to a physical game of chess. This is an apt metaphor, but BJJ players who don’t also play chess may not realize the specifics of the similiarities. Position: If you watch two knowledgeable chess players … Continue reading
BJJ Contemplations 