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Many women are drawn to BJJ training for the rewards rather than the training itself. However, because of the training's transferable benefits to other areas of life, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be practiced and enjoyed by everybody. Here's a closer look at four of the most significant benefits of BJJ:  Supportive Community Being a member of a very special community is one of the biggest benefits of BJJ. While every community might claim to be special in its own way, the Jiu-Jitsu community stands out for being immensely encouraging. BJJ is physically and psychologically demanding, so you will quickly learn to...

Looking for the perfect gift for a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner? If you're having trouble choosing an ideal BJJ present for a family member or close friend, have no fear. With plenty of holidays to celebrate between now and the end of the year, these BJJ gifts are ideal for Christmas, birthdays, or any other occasion. BJJ Rash Guard Gifting a gi for someone else is a daring move unless you already know their size and preferred brand. If this present is intended to be a surprise, women’s BJJ rash guards may be the safest bet. It is far simpler to estimate...

When practicing no-gi BJJ, it is recommended to wear rash guards with long sleeves. Long sleeved women’s BJJ rash guards offer more protection, but are more expensive and tend to keep the body warmer. Below, we will look at the advantages and disadvantages of long sleeve BJJ rash guards. Advantages of Long Sleeve BJJ Rash guards Long rash guard sleeves shield the arm from mat and no-gi burns to your biceps, forearms, and elbows.  Although a gi acts as a barrier between the skin and the mat, rolling can still result in friction burns on the elbows. A long sleeved...

To train Gi or no-gi Jiu Jitsu has been a topic of heated debate within the Jiu Jitsu community since the dawn of time. Gi BJJ proponents emphasize tradition and using the gi as a learning tool, whereas no-gi BJJ proponents argue that no-gi is superior for real life situations. This can be confusing for novices trying to get into BJJ. But if you want to learn how to grapple, which style is best for beginners to begin with? Most practitioners of BJJ start by training in the gi, the traditional BJJ kimono. The gi is a great tool for...