The Ethics of the Roll: Navigating Intensity, Injury, and Consent in Training
Live rolling—sparring in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and other grappling arts—is more than just a test of technique and physical prowess....
Book Review: The Rise and Evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: From Vale-Tudo, to Carlson Gracie, to its Democratization (by Robert Drysdale)
Robert Drysdale’s The Rise and Evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a compelling historical account that traces the transformation of...
The Enigma of the Mat: How Craig Jones Became Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's Most Polarizing Innovator
Prologue: The Jiu-Jitsu Jester Who Changed the Game When security escorted a smirking Craig Jones from FloGrappling's offices in 2025,...
BJJ Blueprint Series : How to Escape the Giftwrap
The giftwrap position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is notoriously difficult to escape. In this position, your opponent controls your head and...
The Ultimate Guide for BJJ Beginners Over 40—From a 56-Year-Old Black Belt Who’s Been There!
Are you over 40 and thinking about starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)? Maybe you’ve already begun but wonder if you’re too late to make...
Is Jiu-Jitsu Culture Dying? Reflecting on Robert Drysdale’s Perspective
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past few decades. In a recent interview with FightersAdvice,...
UFC’s Entry Into BJJ: The Brewing Storm Over Pay and Promotion
The UFC’s recent push into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has ignited excitement and controversy in equal measure. While the organization’s...
The Price of Passion: Why BJJ Tournament Fees Are Squeezing the Life Out of Our Community
Let's face it, money talks, but the rising costs of tournament entry fees are threatening to turn BJJ into an exclusive club, accessible...
João Miyao’s Masterclass: 100% Submission Rate at the 2025 Brasileiro
Few athletes embody the relentless pursuit of excellence in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu like João Miyao. After a narrow miss at last year’s...
The Ultimate Guide to Jiu-Jitsu Submissions: Inspired by "Every Jiu Jitsu Submission Explained in 8 Minutes
At The Jiu-Jitsu Foundry, we believe that mastering submissions is at the heart of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you’re a beginner or a...
