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Should BJJ Gym Owners give personal advice?
When is it okay for a BJJ professor to give personal advice to a student? Is there really a time and a place?

Anon White Belt
Oct 5, 20242 min read


Am I too old to start BJJ?
Your never too old to start BJJ, or are you? BJJ Report looks at why!

Jonathan Latt
Aug 3, 20244 min read


Does BJJ work without takedowns? Yes and No!
Does BJJ work without takedowns? Yes and No! We fight in a real confrontation the way we train in the gym? We have to become more balanced.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jul 27, 20243 min read


Refusing to roll with someone to avoid injury?
Is it ever okay to just pass on a round with someone? How do we say no without offending anyone?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jul 13, 20242 min read


Risking the Blackout: BJJ Chokes!
Knowing when to tap when being choked is a very important part of your BJJ journey. Its always good to be safe when practicing Jiu Jitsu.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Apr 13, 20245 min read


BJJ Class Etiquette: Disruptive Behavior or Respectful Learning?
What happens when a student works on techniques different from the ones being taught in class?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Apr 6, 20244 min read


Why Being A BJJ Blue Belt Sucks? (and how to become a purple belt)
Why it’s so difficult being a BJJ blue belt? There are many reasons that could contribute to why most Blue Belts quit BJJ.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Mar 9, 20243 min read


Is it ok to go 100% at a new BJJ School?
Is it good or bad to go 100% when your a guest at another BJJ academy? BJJ Reports view may surprise you!

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Dec 16, 20233 min read


Should I break my training partners arm?
If your training partner doesn't tap while in an armbar should you pop the elbow?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Dec 9, 20234 min read


Are we drilling correctly or wasting time?
Is drilling a waste of time? In Jiu Jitsu, Can you really rely on muscle memory without the true benefit of real resistance?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Nov 11, 20233 min read


Who should clean the mats after BJJ Class?
BJJ Report: Who should clean the mats after class, The professor or the students? Both answers are correct however debatable this may be.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 28, 20234 min read


Why do Purple Belts always miss warm ups?
BJJ Report: Why do Purple Belts always miss warm ups?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 21, 20234 min read


Wait until Blue Belt to free train?
Should you be able to free train before blue belt? What is the best way to learn how to free train?

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Oct 7, 20233 min read


Jiu Jitsu Is Not For Everyone!
Is BJJ a sport for everyone? The reasons are obvious why so many people quit before purple belt.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Sep 16, 20233 min read


Should Purple Belts Be banned from Teaching BJJ?
There is no doubt that purple belts have a lot of knowledge and experience when it comes to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. It takes years to become...

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Aug 26, 20233 min read


Warning! NEVER ask a Blackbelt to spar?
As a general rule, it is usually not considered good practice for lower belts to ask a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) blackbelt to spar. This...

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jul 29, 20234 min read


9 reasons it is time to switch BJJ gyms!
9 reasons to train BJJ elsewhere! Here is a list of reasons why a person should consider the option of training at a different BJJ academy.

BJJ Report | Matthew Tropp
Jul 20, 20234 min read


WARNING! DO NOT ask for a belt promotion!
Some say its taboo to ask when you will get promoted. It is like the old ninja clan rule. If you question your clan leader your lack of...

Anon White Belt
Jul 14, 20233 min read


What do you love more, Winning or BJJ?
The concept of loving BJJ more that winning when practicing BJJ is common in higher ranks.

Michael Heinz
Jan 14, 20224 min read


Submit an article to BJJ Report. Share your story, Inside Information or experience!
Want to give your opinion or share a point of view? Have a story to tell? Get published and truly contribute to the BJJ community! We...
Matthew Tropp
Sep 29, 20211 min read
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