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How Should a BJJ Gi Fit?
A practical guide to choosing a BJJ gi that fits comfortably, moves well and suits regular Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training.
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What to Expect at a BJJ Seminar
A practical guide to choosing, preparing for and learning from a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar at The Kodokan.
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How We Learn BJJ at The Kodokan
A clear guide to learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through fundamentals, patient practice, partner care and useful questions.
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BJJ vs Boxing: Why There Is No Simple Winner
BJJ and boxing teach different skills under different rules. Here is a clear, non-sensational way to understand the comparison.
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Five BJJ Guard Fundamentals for Beginners
A clear, beginner-friendly guide to the BJJ guard: distance, hip movement, frames, connection and resetting with control.
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BJJ Discipline: Small Training Habits That Last
A simple, practical guide to building BJJ discipline through sustainable routines, preparation, respect and steady learning at The Kodokan.
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu History: Is It Brazilian or Japanese?
Explore Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu history, from Japanese jujutsu and Kodokan judo to the Brazilian art trained around the world today.
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Your First Month of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: A Simple Plan
A simple first-month Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guide from The Kodokan: safe habits, useful expectations and how to build a training routine in London.
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Common BJJ Positions for Beginners: A Clear Guide
Learn the common BJJ positions beginners meet first, from guard and half guard to mount, side control and safe, steady practice.
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training in London: Build a Routine
A practical guide to building a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu routine in London with clear coaching, steady progress and training habits you can maintain.
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How to Start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in London
Thinking about starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in London? Learn what to expect from a first class, how to choose a supportive academy and how to begin with confidence.
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Safety: Practical Training Advice
Practical Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu safety advice: qualified coaching, steady progress, tapping early, good hygiene and respectful training partners.
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BJJ Hygiene and Mat Etiquette: A Simple Guide
A simple guide to BJJ hygiene and mat etiquette: clean kit, trimmed nails, footwear off the mats and clear communication with training partners.
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How to Choose a BJJ Club in London
Learn how to choose a BJJ club in London by comparing coaching, training culture, practical details and the quality of your first visit.
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Are BJJ Black Belts Dangerous? Safety, Skill and Respect
Are BJJ black belts dangerous? Learn how responsible coaching, control and respect make Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu safer to train.
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How to Improve BJJ Skills: A Practical Training Plan
Learn how to improve BJJ skills through focused drilling, purposeful rolling and steady progress. A practical guide from The Kodokan in London.
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What to Expect at Your First BJJ Class in London
Know what to expect at your first BJJ class in London, from what to wear and how training works to feeling comfortable on the mats.
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Why Is BJJ Half Guard Important?
Learn why half guard matters in BJJ, how it helps you control space and recover safely, and how to train the position at a sensible pace.
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How to Choose a BJJ Academy in London
A practical guide to choosing a BJJ academy in London: clear coaching, respectful culture, a realistic timetable and a supported first class.
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Mental Resilience in BJJ: Staying Calm and Learning Well
A practical look at mental resilience in BJJ: setting small goals, resetting after mistakes and training with a calm, steady approach.
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