Articles educating the reader about Fargo BJJ methods, concepts and ideas
When someone goes unconscious from a BJJ blood choke, they are not actually “going to sleep.” They are fainting. The medical word for that is… Read More »What Actually Happens When Someone “Goes to Sleep” From a BJJ Choke
Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Right for You? If you’ve been considering starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you’ve probably asked yourself:“Is this something I can actually do?”The short answer… Read More »Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Right for You?
What to Expect in Your First Jiu-Jitsu Class Starting something new always comes with a level of uncertainty. For many people considering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the… Read More »What to Expect in Your First Jiu-Jitsu Class
Why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Is the Most Effective Self Defense System When people think about self defense, they often imagine punches, kicks, or memorized techniques practiced… Read More »Why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Is the Most Effective Self Defense System
Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art first. It can be practiced as a sport… and I love the sport side of it. I’ve competed. I’ve coached… Read More »The Power of Jiu-jitsu is Chaos
Submissions Don’t Come First. Control Does. One of the founding principles of our Fargo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Class is control. Not just control of a position…… Read More »Control Before Submission
I was working out yesterday when an older gentleman walked up to me between sets and asked how old I was. I told him I’m… Read More »Comparison is the Thief of Joy!
Sport vs. Self-Defense in Jiu-Jitsu: The Flaw in the Debate The “sport vs. self-defense” debate has become one of the most common talking points in… Read More »Sport vs. Self-Defense in Jiu-Jitsu: The Flaw in the Debate
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: A Powerful Tool for Kids’ Growth Through Rough-and-Tumble Play In our rapidly evolving world, it’s crucial that we recognize the role that physical… Read More »Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Boosting Kids’ Growth Through ‘Rough Play’
Welcome to our “BJJ Open Mat Guide”. This post will dive into the world of Fargo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), focusing specifically on Open Mat sessions.… Read More »Fargo BJJ Open Mat Guide: Tips for Beginners to Advanced