Beyond the Gear

WNO 27 Recap: Nicky Rod Tops Kaynan, Crevar Makes History, and Tackett Stays on Fire
WNO 27 delivered big in Texas. Nicky Rod beats Kaynan, Crevar makes history, and Tackett...
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Catching Up on Off the Mats Podcast
I sat down with Jake Dante on the Off the Mats Podcast to talk self-defense,...
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Why Every Jiu-Jitsu Gym Should Invest in Custom Training Gear
Custom gear brings your team together, builds pride, and makes your gym look and feel...
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Why Competing in Jiu-Jitsu Made Me Better (Even When I Wasn’t Winning)
Competition helped me grow faster, face my fears, and connect deeper with the sport, even...
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Rash Guard Under the Gi or Bare Chest? What’s the Best Choice for Jiu-Jitsu?
Should you wear a rash guard under your gi or go bare-chested? We break down...
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No Gi gear Starter kit
Showing up to no-gi class in the wrong gear is a recipe for frustration. The...
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How to Build the Ultimate Gi Jiu-Jitsu Starter Kit
Starting gi Jiu-Jitsu? A poorly fitted, cheap gi can hold you back. Here’s how to...
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Why Every Jiu-Jitsu Athlete Needs a High-Quality Rash Guard
A good rash guard isn’t just about looking sharp on the mats—it’s about performance, durability,...
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Why Every Kickboxer and Muay Thai Fighter Should Train Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling
Striking alone isn’t enough—if you want to be a complete fighter, Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling are...
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How to Choose the Best BJJ Shorts for Training and Competition
Ever had your shorts ride up in the middle of a roll? Yeah, I’ve been...
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Ecological Training vs. Traditional Drilling – The Future of Jiu-Jitsu?
Is repetitive drilling the best way to learn Jiu-Jitsu, or is there a better, more...
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Gi vs. No-Gi – Which One Should You Train?
Gi or no-gi? It’s the eternal debate in Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you're after methodical precision or...
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