Uchi mata or inner thigh throw is one of the most popular throws in Judo, you can’t attend a judo event without seeing somebody attempting an Uchi mata. In this article, you will learn everything about this amazing throw. Before getting to our step-by-step guide, enjoy this beautiful compilation of Uchi mata https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkMpNgiiwoE Step-by-step guide … Read more
Fireman’s carry is one of the most effective takedowns, but for some strange reason we don’t see much of it in competition. Many of my fellow wrestlers and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners have told me that they don’t use it because it requires a lot of strength and commitment when executing it. Today, I’m writing … Read more
Ippon seoi nage, one armed shoulder throw, is one of the most impressive throws in judo. Since its invention in Japan many martial arts have added this technique to their arsenal, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Krav Maga and even MMA.In this article, you will learn how to do Ippon seoi nage with all its variations. Before … Read more
With the success of fighters like Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison, judo has clearly established its efficacy in MMA. That being said, judo techniques must be adapted – without a judo gi, i.e. gripping, the fighter has to find control of his opponent some other way, like clinching, to effectively throw. The Basics Most importantly, … Read more
Hello again folks and welcome back to our series on tips and techniques for dealing with a taller opponent. In part one (which you can find here and which you should read, digest and apply in that order) we looked at stand up and striking approaches to fighting someone with similar proportions to the BFG. … Read more
The fly trap is not a submission that you see in every Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournament such as regular triangles, armbars, rear naked chokes, etc. The fly trap submission is a nrw submission created by Eddie Bravo’s black belt student Jeremiah Vance. It’s not a secret that 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu players are very creative … Read more