Anyone who has spent some time on the mats knows that rolling can either be the highlight of training or the thing that makes you question why you came. Most people you train with are respectful and genuinely trying to improve. Every so often, though, you run into someone who turns what should be a […]
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A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi might appear simple at first, but the fabric’s weave shapes nearly every part of your training experience. The weave affects durability, airflow, weight, comfort, and even how much control an opponent can gain from gripping your jacket. Understanding the different weaves helps you choose a gi that actually matches your needs,
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Stepping onto a Jiu-Jitsu mat for the first time brings a mix of nerves and excitement. One of the concepts that often confuses newer students is how to flow roll. It gets mentioned all the time in class, usually with encouraging reminders about how valuable it is, yet it rarely gets explained in a way
The 2025 ADCC East Coast Trials brought two days of fast, exciting no-gi grappling to Orlando, Florida. The event took place on November 15–16 and had more than 600 athletes competing for a chance to earn a spot at the 2026 ADCC World Championships. With strong performances, surprising wins, and new names rising in the
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review this time we got our hands on some BJJ Gi’s. The Origin Nomad Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi, this Gi is the cheapest Gi that is offered from Origin ($133 to $158), and it’s their model of a lightweight Gi to train in. Personally, I really liked
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Every gym has its personalities, the chill white belt who rolls like he’s made of noodles, the blue belt who thinks every round is ADCC trials, and the one guy who somehow manages to forget soap exists. Over time, you start noticing patterns, behaviors that make everyone collectively sigh and look at the coach like,
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Hey Everyone! We are back again with another gear review this time we got our hands on some BJJ Gi’s. This week we reviewed the Origin Pearl Weave Atleta Competition Brazilian Jitsu Gi. As always, we review with a scale that we use internally known as the Graveyard Scale (here) this is a scale that
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After testing this limited edition gi for over a week, I can confidently say it’s worth the price. While I usually prefer black gis for their look, this white one performed flawlessly — comfortable, durable, and well-made.
If you’re new to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or just looking to add something special to your rotation, this is an easy recommendation.
Reminder: We are on a mission to help people find the best combat sports gear across categories. Our goal is to review a list that consists of 8 to 12 more Gis and share our thoughts to the following Reddit communities r/fightgear, r/grapplersgraveyard, r/bjj and r/jiujitsu.
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It takes a lot of commitment to start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The first six months are packed with mental, physical, and emotional challenges that change how most people see their bodies, their limits, and even how they think about growing and failing. Many people are interested in BJJ because they believe it will help them defend
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Is BJJ Still Relevant in MMA Today? A lot of people say that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is out of date in the fast-paced world of Mixed Martial Arts. They say that striking and wrestling have taken over BJJ as the most important parts of elite MMA performance. But this is not true at all. BJJ has
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Welcome to Grapplers Graveyard, the home for grapplers and martial artists around the world. If you are in the market to purchase a new Gi and have been combing the web to find the best BJJ Gi this post is for you. We bought and tested out Hayabusa Ultra-Lightweight Jiu-Jitsu Gi for the past couple of months and wanted to share what we have experienced. Overall, it was not the best purchase we made and unfortunately makes it to the bottom of our top 5.
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Welcome to Grapplers Graveyard, the hub for all things related to martial arts, recovery, and fitness. We recently purchased and tested out the BJJ Gi from Sanabul and have been pleasantly surprised with the quality of the product. Out of all the Gi’s I own at this point (five) I would rank this at the number 2 spot of the Best BJJ Gi I currently own.
A balanced diet is the fuel of your Brazilian jiu-jitsu training regardless of your weight class. Without the right fuel, your performance will be highly compromised. Without the ideal diet plan consisting of the essential amino acids and the right nutrients, you will not progress as efficiently.
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The IBJJF is one of the largest, worldwide Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu federations on the planet. It is internationally recognized and holds the biggest sanctioned events right there with ADCC. Almost every big name in BJJ is registered with this name and is part of their world ranking.
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Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit Nowadays, there is a plethora of combat sports and martial arts to learn from. Two popular disciplines are Wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu. This article will cover everything you need to know to decide which of these is for you. Read below to learn all about which is: Harder to Learn Better for
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Looking for a fun and exciting way to lose some unwanted weight? You’ve come to the right spot. In this article, you will dive into the world of Jiu-Jitsu.
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Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit Table of Contents The world of combat sports is filled with hundreds of different fighting styles each with their own pros and cons. It is easy to see that some martial arts such as Jiu-Jitsu, Judo or Muay Thai are more effective in combat compared to some other fighting styles such
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