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Flow State Warriors: Why Surfing and Brazilian Jiujitsu Go Hand in Hand
Surfing and Jiujitsu are my passions, there is something undeniably magnetic about a surfer who trains Brazilian Jiujitsu, or a grappler...

maharajiujitsu
Jun 37 min read
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What to Expect in Your First Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Class
Starting a Brazilian Jiujitsu (BJJ) class can be both exciting and intimidating. Whether you are looking to improve your fitness, learn...

maharajiujitsu
May 274 min read
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The History and Growth of Brazilian Jiujitsu
Brazilian Jiujitsu, commonly known as BJJ, has become one of the most popular martial arts disciplines worldwide. Its unique approach to...

maharajiujitsu
May 194 min read
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Did Judo Come from Jiujitsu, or Jiujitsu Come from Judo?
The Grapple for Grappling Supremacy: A Historical Face-Off with Sarcasm and Throwbacks The Evolution of Jiujitsu Let’s get this out of...

maharajiujitsu
May 125 min read
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The Journey from White to Blue Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Embracing the Challenge
Ah, the mythical blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — the belt that says, “I’ve survived the gauntlet, but I’m still on the menu.” For...

maharajiujitsu
May 63 min read
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The Three Stages of Learning Jiujitsu (Or: How to Go From Flailing Donkey to Grappling Wizard)
Embarking on the path to Brazilian Jiujitsu greatness? Strap in. It’s a long, sweaty journey that’s equal parts awkward flopping,...

maharajiujitsu
Apr 174 min read
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Definitely Read Before You Sign up for Kids Karate, Taekwondo or Traditional Martial Arts !
(Before you read on, I am in now way being negative to the above martial arts, this is my opinion, and believe that to train for real...

maharajiujitsu
Mar 175 min read
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To Many of you looking at this picture, you just see just a BJJ Black Belt !
To me this signifies notable traits and characteristics that have taken me 43 years to develop. 22 years in the Royal Marine Commandos as...

maharajiujitsu
Mar 131 min read
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The Great Ecological Training Debate: Is It Really for Everyone in BJJ?
Ecological training in Brazilian Jiujitsu, one of the latest buzzwords in the ever evolving world of grappling. If you haven't heard of...

maharajiujitsu
Feb 184 min read
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Journey Before Destination: The Slow Grind of Brazilian Jiujitsu
If you’ve ever looked at a black belt in Brazilian Jiujitsu and thought, "That person must be some kind of superhuman" — well, you’re...

maharajiujitsu
Jan 217 min read
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New Year, Same Old Promises: How to Make 2025 Your Best Year in JiuJitsu
It’s that time again. The gym is packed, social media is drowning in “New Year, New Me” declarations, and everyone seems ready to take...

maharajiujitsu
Jan 74 min read
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Does Jiujitsu Give You Superpowers?
Ever wondered why people seem almost evangelical about Brazilian Jiujitsu? It’s not just about the cool moves, choking someone out, or...

maharajiujitsu
Dec 6, 20245 min read
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Developing Your Jiujitsu Game with Mahara Jiujitsu Classes, Online Tutorials, and Social Media
Brazilian Jiujitsu is more than just a sport; it's an art form, a mental puzzle, and a journey that’s unique to each practitioner....

maharajiujitsu
Nov 7, 20245 min read
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Getting Kids into BJJ: What are the benefits ?
As parents, we all want our children to grow up strong, confident, and resilient, god knows I do and try to get my son and daughter to...

maharajiujitsu
Oct 2, 20244 min read
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The Power of Community : More Than Just a Grappling Academy
Welcome to Mahara Jiujitsu, where the mats are fresh, the sweat is real, and the community is absolutely everything. If you’re thinking...

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Sep 14, 20244 min read
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(SHHH, Don't Talk About It). Grading & Stripes, The Belt Dichotomy
BJJ gradings are (in my opinion) one of the least talked about thing in jiujitsu, there is also this underlying anxiety about discussing...

maharajiujitsu
Jul 10, 20243 min read
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Comparing Your BJJ Style with Other Students and How to Progress Your BJJ Game
In the dynamic world of Brazilian Jiujitsu, there is a melting pot of styles, techniques, and philosophies on the mats. As practitioners,...

maharajiujitsu
May 28, 20244 min read
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JiuJitsu Mat Etiquette
Mahara Jiujitsu - An in-depth explanation of how to behave before, during and after every class you attend. Following these rules of...

maharajiujitsu
May 1, 20247 min read
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Balancing BJJ and Weight Training
Over the last few weeks I have had a number of questions or conversations about weight training and BJJ, here is my overview of it. When...

maharajiujitsu
Mar 21, 20246 min read
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BJJ BELT SYSTEM
When I was younger, I used to think that all martial arts used the same belt system. I was under the impression that a white belt meant...

maharajiujitsu
Jan 19, 20247 min read
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