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5 Key Jiu-Jitsu Concepts Every Beginner Should Know
Welcome to Crucible Jiu Jitsu! If you’re just starting your journey in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), you’re in for an exciting ride. Jiu...
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Apr 33 min read
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Jiu Jitsu for Self-Defense: Techniques and Strategies for Staying Safe in Real-Life Situations
While BJJ is commonly practiced as a competitive sport, its principles and techniques can also be applied in real-life self-defense...
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Jun 28, 20233 min read
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The Benefits of BJJ: How Martial Arts Can Improve Discipline and Confidence
While BJJ has tremendous physical benefits, many students and participants also realize that they also receive mental, emotional, and...
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Jun 22, 20233 min read
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The Belt Promotion System in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Progression Through Mastery
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art known for its focus on ground fighting and submission techniques. One of the distinguishing...
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Jun 20, 20232 min read
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BJJ for Self-Defense
While many seek Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes to get in better physical shape and have an outlet for more intense physical activity, BJJ is...
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Jun 1, 20233 min read
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Get Hooked on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: The Ultimate Full-Body Workout
While many people associate BJJ with highly competitive matches, it is also a proven form of exercise that will help get you in shape...
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May 22, 20232 min read
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The Origins of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
With Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu becoming extremely popular not only in martial arts competitions but also in some movies and shows, not too many...
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Apr 28, 20233 min read
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids: Building Confidence & Discipline
Our team at Crucible truly enjoys the opportunity to teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) to children of all ages. Instilling the foundational...
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Apr 18, 20232 min read
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The Great Tape Debate: When to Use Tape in BJJ
Using or not using tape is a hot topic among the BJJ community and in almost all active sports and competitions. Several athletes can be...
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Mar 23, 20233 min read
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Staying Warm for Training During Winter
Winter is officially upon us, and especially for those who live in more frigid parts of the world, it can take a tremendous toll on the...
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Mar 8, 20232 min read
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Judo vs. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu may be similar martial art forms, but they have their respective distinctions. Judo follows the "fight on...
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Dec 21, 20222 min read
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BJJ and Mental Health
How does Brazillian Jiu Jitsu help keep an even mind and help with mental health issues?
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Dec 1, 20223 min read
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