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New to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? This section guides you through your first steps on the mat: gi selection, belt progression, basic rules, and beginner techniques.
The world of BJJ can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right guidance, you’ll quickly gain confidence and skills.
Check out our guide on how to choose your first academy.
Kimono or rashguard? It is the first question everyone asks when they walk into an academy. The usual answer, “it depends on your goals”, is true but useless. Here is what the fabric really changes, and our straight answer for beginners. Brazilian jiu-jitsu comes in two forms: with the kimono, the gi, and without it, … Read more
Let’s start with a truth nobody disputes in the world of Brazilian jiu-jitsu: if your gi stinks, you are a problem. Not an unpleasant training partner, no, a real problem. Indeed, nobody wants to roll with someone whose gi smells like an abandoned locker room, and your coach should not have to tell you. Learning … Read more
Brazilian jiu-jitsu is still a male-dominated sport today. Yet the number of women practising BJJ is exploding all over the world, and in France too. The reasons are many: effective self-defense, self-confidence, complete physical conditioning, a tight-knit community. But for a woman who is just starting out, stepping onto the mat can feel intimidating. This … Read more
The question keeps coming up in gyms, on forums, and in conversations between practitioners: is BJJ for self-defense really effective on the street? Some swear it’s the most complete discipline out there. Others, however, point to its shortcomings against armed attackers, multiple opponents, or standing confrontations. The truth, as is often the case, lies somewhere … Read more
By BJJ-Rules | March 2026 Meta description: BJJ vs Judo: what are the real differences? Rules, techniques, philosophy — the complete guide to understanding two martial arts born from the same roots. BJJ vs Judo: What’s the Difference? The Complete Guide You’ve watched a grappling match and wondered: “Why is one guy trying to throw … Read more
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