Lifestyle
Do You Need to Be in Shape to Start BJJ? (No — Here's Why)
You don't need to get in shape before starting BJJ. Why the sport builds its own fitness, what the first month really feels like, and how to survive it.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
BJJ Blog
Training guides, gear picks, and gym-finding tips for grapplers at every level.
Comparison
BJJ vs MMA, Wrestling, Judo, and Muay Thai: Which Should You Train?
BJJ vs MMA, wrestling, judo, and Muay Thai compared honestly: self-defense value, injury risk, learning curve, and how to pick the right art for your goals.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
Training
What Is an Open Mat in BJJ? (And How to Use One as a Beginner)
Open mat is BJJ's unstructured training session: what happens there, whether beginners are welcome, drop-in etiquette, and how to actually get better at one.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
Beginners
BJJ Gym Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules Nobody Tells Beginners
The unwritten rules of BJJ gyms: hygiene, how to ask upper belts to roll, what to do when rounds start, and the mistakes that quietly annoy everyone.
Jeremy Doromal5 min read
Beginners
BJJ Terms Explained: A Beginner's Glossary of Jiu-Jitsu Vocabulary
Confused by BJJ vocabulary? This beginner glossary explains the positions, submissions, and gym slang you'll hear in your first months on the mats.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
Training
How Long Does It Take to Get a Blue Belt in BJJ?
Most people earn a BJJ blue belt in 1 to 2 years. What actually determines your timeline, what coaches look for, and why the clock matters less than the mat.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
Training
Is BJJ Dangerous? Injury Rates, Common Injuries, and How to Avoid Them
How dangerous is BJJ really? A look at common injuries, how BJJ compares to other sports, and the training habits that keep you on the mats for years.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
Beginners
Women's BJJ: What to Know Before Your First Class
A practical guide to women's BJJ: finding a gym with a real women's program, what first classes are like, gear, safety, and how to vet mat culture.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
Beginners
Kids BJJ: A Parent's Guide to Classes, Ages, and Choosing a Gym
What age can kids start BJJ, what classes look like, what it costs, and how to pick a safe kids program — a practical guide for parents new to the sport.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
Lifestyle
Starting BJJ at 40 (or 50): An Honest Guide for Older Beginners
Thinking about starting BJJ at 40 or older? What to expect, how to train without wrecking your body, and why age matters less than you think on the mats.
Jeremy Doromal4 min read
Beginners
How Much Does BJJ Cost in 2026? A Realistic Pricing Breakdown
A realistic 2026 BJJ cost guide covering monthly gym fees, first-year gear, promotion fees, competition costs, regional pricing, and ways to save.
Jeremy Doromal5 min read
Lifestyle
BJJ as a Lifestyle for Busy Adults
You don't need unlimited free time to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Here's how working adults fit BJJ into real life - and why it's worth the effort.
Jeremy Doromal6 min read