BJJ Training resources
BJJ Training (9)
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The Hidden Benefits of BJJ
Most people think training BJJ is just about increasing fitness and skills. However, there are so many hidden benefits to training BJJ.
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BJJ Gyms - How to Know Which Gym is Right for You?
Beginning a jiu-jitsu journey can be overwhelming, especially when faced with the abundance of BJJ gyms available.
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Best No-Gi Side Control Submissions
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), the ability to control and submit your opponent from various positions is crucial. One of the most dominant positions in both gi and no-gi BJJ is side control.
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How You Can Be More Consistent in BJJ
Let’s face it—combat sports are tough, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is no exception. Many beginners struggle with motivation and progress, and studies show that a significant percentage quit within the first 6–12 months.
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Porrada Meaning in BJJ: Understanding the Culture
If you’ve been around Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the term "Porrada."
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Jiu Jitsu Grappling Styles: Which one do you have?
In the world of BJJ, everyone has their own grappling style. This guide will discuss the most common styles, what their strengths and weaknesses are, and which style suits you the most.
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Top 5 Submissions With the Highest Finish Rates in No-Gi
Focusing on the tried-and-true submissions and using data to your advantage can make you an incredibly efficient grappler. In this blog post, we’ll explore the top 5 submissions by finish rate across several different federations.
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How You Should Train Before a Jiu Jitsu Tournament
Preparing for a competition requires a focused and strategic approach, especially in the weeks leading up to the event. A well-structured training camp can significantly enhance your performance on the mats.
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How Much Conditioning You Should Be Doing For Jiu Jitsu
The amount of conditioning you should be doing and what kind depend on where you are in your training.
FAQ
Porrada is a Portuguese term commonly used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Brazilian culture to describe a tough, intense, and gritty style of training or fighting. The direct translation of porrada from Portuguese to English is "beating" or "brawl." It embodies the spirit of going all out, giving your maximum effort, and pushing through challenges. In BJJ, practicing porrada means training with high intensity and determination.
This website is a collection of resources curated by grapplers, for grapplers. Our goal is to provide you with all the information you need to succeed. Whether you want to learn about nutrition, training on the mats, lifting, or anything in between, we are here for you. We want to see you on the podium most of all, and we hope to help you do exactly that. If you have any questions, feel free to shoot us an email or DM us on any of our social profiles!
There are two main ways you can get started with training: 1) You can find a BJJ gym near you and do a trial day, or 2) you can create your own mini home gym and start training with friends. Option #2 is how our team at Porrada got started! We ordered 1-inch thick puzzle mats in a 10’x10’ square and began training using online resources. If you do start with the second option, we recommend eventually finding a gym down the road in your career. It will help you by allowing you to roll with more people and receive high-level instruction.
BJJ is quite similar to wrestling. Both start standing and use takedowns as a method to score points. Both use very similar mechanics overall. The main differences are that there are no pins (you can be on your back in Jiu-Jitsu), BJJ involves submissions, and the points system for each is very different. BJJ grants points for takedowns/sweeps, back control, mount, guard passes, and knee on belly. Wrestling grants points for takedowns, escapes, and back points (back exposure for freestyle).
BJJ is a very unique sport in many ways. There are so many incredible benefits to training Jiu-Jitsu. The biggest reasons we advocate for it are the mindset training and the added ability to defend yourself. In BJJ, you are forced to humble yourself over and over again, every single day. This sport is a great way to mature rapidly and generally become a better person (in our opinion). You will also have a better ability to defend yourself than 99% of the population—a pretty big bonus.
You’re never too old to start training! We see people on the mats of all ages and sizes. Large and small, old and young can, and should, train BJJ. If you are on the older side, it is perfectly acceptable to take it slow and learn at your own pace. You don’t always have to go full speed—don’t worry. There are typically also classes that separate people by goals. Certain classes are for those who want to compete, some are for general instruction, and some are specifically for self-defense teachings. There is a place for everyone on the mats.