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Getting Started in Jiu-Jitsu
New to Brizilian Jiu-Jitsu? Start here. These articles answer the most common questions beginners ask befor stepping on the mats.
What to expect at your first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class
What should I wear to my first class?
Do I need to be in shape before starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
What is “Rolling” in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
I’m a woman, can I still do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Your first 30 days at Agape Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 Things every white belt should know
How often should beginners train?
Parents & Little Ninjas
Everything a parent should know before enrolling their Little Ninja (4-7yr)
Expectations for your Little Ninja doing Jiu-Jitsu
Why Some Children Need Time to Feel Comfortable in Jiu-Jitsu
Starting Kindergarten? How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Helps Your Child Feel More Confident on Day One
Helping Your Child Make Friends at School Through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Helps Children Focus Better in the Classroom
Balancing School, Homework, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!
What to Do If Your Child Is Nervous About Starting School
Why Consistency Is More Important Than Talent for Young Children
Why Every Child Needs a Place Where They Feel They Belong
Helping Shy Children Come Out of Their Shell Through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
The Importance of Positive Role Models for Young Children
10 Life Skills Kids Learn in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Before They Ever Earn Their First Belt
What is my child’s first Jiu-Jitsu class actally going to be like?
How Jiu-Jitsu Helps Young Children Learn to Follow Directions
Why Listening Skills Matter More Than Techniques for Little Ninjas
How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Builds Confidence in Children Ages 4–7
Why Little Ninjas Learn Through Games, Movement, and Structure
How Jiu-Jitsu Helps Kids Learn Respect and Patience
Is My 4-Year-Old Ready for Jiu-Jitsu?
Why We Focus on Progress, Not Perfection, in Little Ninjas
How Consistency Helps Little Ninjas Grow On and Off the Mats
Parents & Youth
Everything parents should know before enrolling their child.
What to expect from my kids first Jiu-Jitsu class?
How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Helps Students Feel More Confident at School
Helping Your Child Navigate the School Year With Confidence
How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Teaches Leadership Through Service
Why Positive Friendships Matter During the School Years
Helping Kids Handle Peer Pressure With Confidence
Building Healthy After-School Routines for Busy Families
10 Life Skills Kids Learn in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Before They Ever Earn Their First Belt
My child is being bullied. Will Jiu-Jitsu help?
My child is shy. Will he/she fit in?
Why jiu-jitsu helps get kids off of video games
My child is not athletic. Can he/she still do Jiu-Jitsu?
Will my child make friends at Jiu-Jitsu?
What makes Jiu Jitsu different than Taekwondo and Karate for kids?
What kind of self defense skills will my child learn in Jiu-Jitsu?
Can my child train jiu-jitsu and do other extracurricular activities?
Should I let my child quit Jiu-Jitsu when things get hard?
Boost Your Child’s Confidence with Jiu-Jitsu
Adult Jiu-Jitsu Training
Training advice for adults at every experience level.
How to balance Jiu-Jitsu, work, and family
Why it’s never too late to start Jiu-Jitsu
The benefits of no-gi Jiu-Jitsu for adults
How to stay consistent with your training
What to expect in your first month of Jiu-Jitsu
How to train smarter as you get older
Why recovery matters as much as training
How to avoid burnout in Jiu-Jitsu
How to break through a training plateau
The Agape Mindset
The philosophy that guides how we teach and train.
How to be the training partner everyone wants to roll with
Why every Black Belt was once a White Belt
Why Theory Matters More Than Technique in Jiu-Jitsu Training
Why character matters more than winning
Remember your first day: Helping new students feel welcome
Why we leave our ego at the door
Why control is more important than strength
Why we honor Military, Law Enforcement, and First Responders
Training & Performance
Improve your technique, conditioning and long-term progress
Why Controlling the Head Changes Everything
Why Hip Control Is the Key to Better Jiu-Jitsu
Winning the Hand Fight: The Hidden Battle in Every Match
Understanding Underhooks and Why They Matter
Why Position Comes Before Submission
How Pressure Creates Better Jiu-Jitsu
Why Base and Balance Win More Matches
The Importance of Posture in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Frames: Your First Line of Defense
Connection: The Secret to Control
Why Patience Beats Speed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Creating Angles Instead of Using Strength
Weight Distribution: The Difference Between Holding and Controlling
Why Every Escape Starts With Good Frames
How to Stay Calm Under Pressure
Why rolling is more important than winning in training
How often should you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
What supplements should I take to improve my Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Why consistency beats talent in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
How to avoid common mistakes in Jiu-Jitsu
The inmportace of drilling in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
How to recover faster between Jiu-Jitsu training days
What to eat before and after training Jiu-Jitsu
How to build better cardio for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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