Grappling

Personal stories from the mat. Competition reflections, injury lessons, and what training looks like with a job and a family.
11
Jun
Two wrestlers hand fighting

How to Stand, Move, and Make Contact Like a Wrestler

Before you can control a match, you need to control your stance and distance. In this post (and breakdown video)
2 min read
02
Jun
A scale showing instagram moves outweight hand fighting

A Systematic Approach to Hand Fighting for Jiu Jitsu Beginners

Hand fighting is the hardest concept in wrestling to teach to beginners. But it's essential to go from good to great!
2 min read
09
May
a solo wrestler in a stance

5 Wrestling Drills Anyone Can Do At Home

As a jiu jitsu practitioner looking to build your wrestling skills from scratch, solo drills are an absolute game-changer.
4 min read
08
Apr
One person wrapping the arm of an injured person

Injured? Here’s How to Keep Getting Better at Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling

Injuries are opportunities to refine your game. But you need to have some G.R.I.T. to do it.
4 min read
14
Oct
Mid-match at the ADCC Chicago Open 2024

5 Lessons I Learned from My First ADCC Open

On September 28th, 2024, I competed in the ADCC Chicago Open Advanced Division. A few hours and four matches later, I end up with a 2-2 record, a fourth place finish, and 5 lessons learned.
4 min read
24
Jul
Me competing at the Theory Invitational Showcase Jiujitsu Event

The Best Wrestling Skills for Every Stage of Your Jiujitsu Journey

Jiujitsu athletes should focus on specific wrestling skills and positions depending on their goals and experience in the sport.
6 min read
30
May
A white silhouette with knee pain

Jiu Jitsu Knee Care – Save the Penetration Step for Later

To all the jiu jitsu athletes out there starting to learn wrestling...ignore the penetration step. At least for your
3 min read