Just Jits Blog
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Last week saw thousands of competitors flock to the Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California for the IBJJF's annual World Championships. This gi tournament is widely considered the most prestigious in the calendar and has competitors prepare the entire year. That's why it might...
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After a few exciting days in the pyramid, the 2024 IBJJF World Championships have come to an end. Take a look at the black belt athletes that blew us away this weekend.
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As the third day of the 2024 IBJJF World Championships wraps up, more than a dozen new champions have been crowned in the blue, purple and brown belt divisions. Here are some of the jiu-jitsu athletes that stood out in our eyes.
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Some practitioners of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu will be happy just attending their regular classes 1 - 2 nights a week and leaving it at that. While this is a completely valid way to take part in the sport, others will find that they reach a point where their progression slows and they’re just not reaching their goals or feeling satisfied.
Enthusiasts and dedicated athletes who train 4 - 6 times a week will master techniques sooner, see more progression and reach their goals quicker.
But what if your training hours are limited by the number of BJJ classes available at your gym, or you want to take things to the next level on top of a packed week of training?
To help you reach your long term BJJ goals we have put together a list of things you can do outside of class to improve your Jiu Jitsu.
Depending on your demographic, however, the correct answer to “What’s the best BJJ gym for me?” may well differ from the best option for another day-one white belt – and we’re here to help!
In order to make an informed decision, the best possible recourse is to visit multiple gyms in your area and ask questions of students, coaches, and owners at each academy – This will help you to get a sense of certain intangibles like the mat culture, and to sort out more logistical concerns like scheduling, class availability, and pricing.
