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23 November 2014

Copa Podio Middleweight Grand Prix - 3rd Season

Middleweight Grand Prix - 3rd Season

The second event of the 3rd season brings together 10 fighters with a maximum weight of 86 kg/ 189.6 lbs. Felipe Preguiça will be back to defend his middleweight title against 9 other tough national and international competitors hungry for glory.






14 November 2014

Munich Jiu Jitsu Championship - 2014 Competitor List

Munich Fall 2014 Jiu Jitsu Championship

munich jiu jitsu open ibjjf



Location:
TSV München-Milbertshofen e.V.
Hans-Denzinger-Strasse 2
Munich - Germany
80807

Prices & Deadlines: 
$99.00 USD until September 12th, 2014
$115.00 USD until November 8th, 2014


Complete competitor list, see below:

2014 RIO BJJ Pro Competitor List

This year's first Rio BJJ Pro, in Rio de Janeiro Brazil, will be offering up cash and prizes to competitors. 


More event info:
Location:
Tijuca Tenis Clube
Av. Conde de bonfim, 451
Rio de Janeiro
RJ
Brazil
20521-160

Below is the complete competitor list for this tournament:

IBJJF Kids International Competitors

The stage is set and we are ready to go! This year's IBJJF Kids International Championship has brought the best of the best jiu jitsu kids into on place, right here at the Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California. The cool crisp air is circulating, and our youth competitors are warming up.

Event information:

Rio BJJ Pro - IBJJF Jiu Jitsu Professionals - Cash and Prize List


As Jiu Jitsu continues to grow around the world, more and more competition leagues are stepping up their games and offering up cash prizes to competitors. And, it's only fair that, the competitors that are constantly competing and making these venues lots of money be offered a share of the profit. These athletes train until they have blood coming through their sweat. This year's Rio BJJ Pro will offer up the following cash awards and prizes to competitors:

MUNICH FALL 2014 – SCHEDULE - IBJJF Jiu Jitsu Championship


MUNICH FALL 2014 – SCHEDULE

Sunday – November 16th
9:30 AMBlue belt adullt male – Rooster to Middle
10:30 AMBlue belt adult male – Medium Heavy to Ultra Heavy
Purple belt adult male
11:10 AMBlue belt adult female

03 November 2014

2014 World Masters Championships - Competitor List




2014 World Masters Competitor List 

Location: 
Walter Pyramid - California State University, Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach CA USA
90840

Competitor Prices:
$97.00 USD until August 8th, 2014
$120.00 USD until September 11th, 2014
$135.00 USD until October 23rd, 2014

 Spectator Entrance Fee: $12/day

30 October 2014

World Jiu Jitsu Championship Results - 2014 Mundials Masters


The 2014 World Jiu Jitsu Masters was held at the Walter Pyramid in Long Beach California. The action on the mats was steaming hot. Below are some of the shocking results from this year's tournament.


15 October 2014

2014 Miami Open Schedule IBJJF Jiu Jitsu Championship

MIAMI OPEN 2014 – SCHEDULE

 Saturday – October 18th
9:30 AMBlue belt adult male
10:45 AMPurple belt adult male
Blue belt adult female
Purple belt adult female
11:45 AMBlack belt adult male
Blue belt juvenile male
Blue belt juvenile female
Brown belt adult male
Brown belt adult female
12:35 PMBlue belt master 1 to 6 male
Blue belt master 1 female
1:35 PMPurple belt master 1 to 6 male
Purple belt master 1 female
Black belt adult male – Open Class Registration
2:15 PMBrown belt master 1 to 6 male
Brown belt master 1 female
Black belt master 1 to 6 male
2:30 PMBlack belt adult male – End of Open Class Registration
2:45 PMWhite belt adult male
3:45 PMBlack belt adult male – Open Class
White belt adult female
White belt master 1 and 2 male
White belt juvenile male
4:45 PMBlue belt adult male – Open Class
Purple belt adult male – Open Class
Blue belt adult female – Open Class
Purple belt adult female – Open Class
Blue belt juvenile male – Open Class
Blue belt juvenile female – Open Class
Brown belt adult male – Open Class
Brown belt adult female – Open Class
5:45 PMBlue belt master 1 to 6 male – Open Class
Blue belt master 1 female – Open Class
Purple belt master 1 to 6 male – Open Class
Purple belt master 1 female – Open Class
Brown belt master 1 to 6 male – Open Class
Brown belt master 1 female – Open Class
6:30 PMBlack belt master 1 to 6 male – Open Class
The following divisions must register for Open Class before 2PM:
Blue Juvenile Male and Female
Blue Adult Male and Female
Purple Adult Male and Female
Brown Adult Male and Female
The following divisions must register for Open Class before 4PM:
Blue Master Male and Female
Purple Master Male and Female
Brown Master Male and Female
Black Master Male and Female

02 June 2014

Michelle Nicolini Breaks Tammi Musumeci’s Arm At World BJJ Championships

If you were watching the 2014 World Jiu Jitsu tournament this past weekend, you will have witnessed some amazing, and epic Jiu Jitsu matches. Some will go into the records and be talked about for years past their 10 minutes of fight time. But the match we are most focused on right now is that of the Black Belt Female Feather division between Tammi Musumeci and Michelle Nicolini. Many of you that witnessed it live have already cringed at the sight of what appears to be a nasty arm break, as Nicolini locks in a tight arm bar on Musumeci. The arm lock attempt comes in at the last minute of this 10 minute match, while Musumeci is already winning the match by 2 points, and just moments away from celebrating her first world title as a black belt.




















Though it appears Nicolini has broken Musumeci's arm, Musumeci continues fighting, escaping the arm lock (or Michelle letting go after having a useless and limp arm in her possession) -- regardless, the fight continues on for the final 45 seconds, but the limp arm stunts the remainder of Musumeci's fight and allows Nicolini to score to surpass Musumeci's lead. An amazing and exciting fight, with a tremendous and unforgettable ending. An impressive display of heart by both fighters.

Below is the complete fight. The arm lock comes in the last minute of the fight.



Luckily, Tammi's arm was not broken, and was only dislocated. We wish Tammi a speedy recover and healing and for her to be back on the mats training very soon.

We also wanted to share Tammi's Facebook post making a brief statement about the event.
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01 June 2014

Andre Galvao - 2014 Mundial World Jiu Jitsu Quarter Final SUBMISSION Finish

Andre Galvao vs Luiz Panza
2014 Mundials World Jiu Jitsu Championship
Black Belt Heavy Weight
Quarter Finals
Submission Finish

SCHEDULE for Mundials World Jiu Jitsu Championship - Black Belt Finals

Black Belt Finals, Sunday, June 1st, 2014
Schedule and Order of Fights

IBJJF 2014 World Jiu Jitsu Championships in Irvine California

Sunday Schedule


Male
Adult / Male / BLACK / Rooster / 10:00 AM
Adult / Male / BLACK / Light-Feather / 10:24 AM
Adult / Male / BLACK / Feather / 10:48 AM
Adult / Male / BLACK / Light / 11:12 AM
Adult / Male / BLACK / Middle / 12:24 PM
Adult / Male / BLACK / Medium-Heavy / 12:48 PM
Adult / Male / BLACK / Heavy / 01:12 PM
Adult / Male / BLACK / Super-Heavy / 01:36 PM
Adult / Male / BLACK / Ultra-Heavy / 02:00 PM

Female
Adult / Female / BLACK / Rooster / 03:24 PM
Adult / Female / BLACK / Light-Feather / 03:36 PM
Adult / Female / BLACK / Feather / 03:48 PM
Adult / Female / BLACK / Light / 04:00 PM
Adult / Female / BLACK / Middle / 04:12 PM
Adult / Female / BLACK / Medium-Heavy / 04:24 PM
Adult / Female / BLACK / Heavy / 04:36 PM
Adult / Female / BLACK / Super-Heavy / 04:48 PM






Mat 2 - Remaining Fights




28 May 2014

ONLINE JIU JITSU SHOP NOW OPEN!


By popular demand, we have launched the first version of our World of Jiu Jitsu online shop. The shop is dedicated to those who live and breathe Jiu Jitsu, not just because they love the sport, but because it is a way of life. Check out all of our current gear, and stay tuned for more updates and new gear coming soon. Enjoy!

Click on the image above to browse the shop now. 

WORLD JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP 2014 BRACKETS & SCHEDULE

Here is the schedule with the estimated start times of each division. We require the athletes be in the gymnasium ready, one hour prior of your appointed division, your fight may start earlier or after the appointed time, depending how fast the previous fight occur.
Click here for the brackets and order of fights. (If you’re having problems to visualize the brackets, you can download the pdf file here)

20 May 2014

2014 World Jiu Jitsu Championship Competitor List



Competitor List for Mudials 2014 - World Jiu Jitsu Championship IBJJF - California -USA

See Below:

12 May 2014

Pre Schedule Released - 2014 Worlds IBJJF

Below is the 2014 Mundials Schedule:

WORLD JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP 2014 – PRE-SCHEDULE









The organization may schedule fights for Wednesday, May 28th, if the number of athletes registered exceeds our capacity to fit the event in four days.
Please refer to the pre-schedule for travel arrangements.
IBJJF will confirm on May 22th if the tournament will start on Wednesday or Thursday.
Wednesday – May 28th:

30 April 2014

Jiu Jitsu International Open - Boca Raton - Final Results

American Top Team took the mats by storm at this year's Boca Raton International Open held by IBJJF. This new South Florida tournament location was added to the IBJJF just this year, as the growth of the sport is phenomenal in the Florida region. And the turn out for a first time location was great. Many competitors in the area were happy to have an additional option in the Florida area. We spoke with some who would love for the Worlds of Pan Ams to be held back in Orlando again, to give the East Coast a fair shot at some bigger titles.
boca open jiu jitsu black belts
Bruno Bastos, Rafael Rabello - American Top Team





















Full Boca Open Results list below:

23 April 2014

2014 Mundials World Jiu Jitsu Championship - General Information

The time has come for jiu jitsu competitors of all levels from across the country and around the world to come together once again in May, in California USA, to enjoy the 2014 Mundials. From what we have heard, many competitors just recently traveled out to this area in March for the Pan Ams championship, another high level competition, and hope that one day these large tournaments could be slip from coast to coast, with either Worlds or Pan Ams being held somewhere on the East Coast such as New York, Orlando, or Miami.

02 February 2014

Rodolfo Vieira vs Leandro Lo - Match 2 COPA PODIO FINALS 2014

Rodolfo Vieira vs Leandro Lo - Match 2
COPA PODIO FINALS 2014

Watch Rodolfo Vieira as he takes on Leandro Lo for a nail biting Jiu Jitsu Black Belt match, straight from the 2014 Copa Podio Finals in Brazil.

30 January 2014

Armbar Submission - Terere - European Open BJJ Championship 2014

Terere - European Open Jiu Jitsu Championship 2014

Watch this Terere armbar submission at the 2014 European Open BJJ. The submission comes quickly within less than 5 minutes of the black belt match! Share this post or Comment if you like this submission. 

The Rise of Cicero Costha - Training Top Competitors


Cicero Costha: Train So You Won't Be Afraid Of Anyone  (From BJJ Hacks TV Episode 1.2)



The Rise of Cicero Costha - Training Top Competitors

BJJ Hacks took a trip to Sao Paola, Brazil to find out more about Cicero Costha, and how he continues to produces some of the most elite Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Champions. Costha talks briefly about how he started off with just a few students, began competing and winning titles at International competitions, and his gym slowly began to grow. He speaks of training for competition, and encourages his competitive students to train like they are competing, making competition seem like everyday training. His students speak of the intense schedule of drilling, sometimes 1,000 repetitions per day. Costha love for competition has fueled his ideas and way of life inside his gym. The lifestyle and mentality he has put on his students is most certainly a factor to his success, and for the success of this Brazilian Jiu Jitsu students.

27 January 2014

2014 European Open IBJJF FINAL RESULTS

European Open Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2014 

 Final Results 




Academies Results

 Adult Male
1 - Alliance - 86
2 - CheckMat - 44
3 - Brasa Caio Terra - 43

 Adult Female
1 - Alliance - 56
2 - CheckMat - 47
3 - Roger Gracie Academy - 24

 Juvenile
1 - Gracie Barra - 41
2 - Soul Fighters BJJ - 18
3 - Renzo Gracie Israel - 15

 Masters
1 - Gracie Barra - 234
2 - Alliance - 182
3 - CheckMat - 153

 Novice
1 - Icon Jiu-Jitsu Team - 54
2 - CheckMat - 39
3 - Roger Gracie Academy - 31


IBJJF Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Rules

IBJJF Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Rules

RULE BOOK


ARTICLE 1 – REFEREEING

Authority of Referee

The referee is the highest authority in a match.

The referee ruling on the result of each match is incontestable.

The ruling on the result of a match may only be changed under the following circumstances:

If the score on the board has been misread;

If the athlete declared winner submitted his/her opponent using an

26 January 2014

IBJJF European Open Results - Partial Results (1.26.2014)

Last Update: 01/26/2014 16:20 (UTC) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

European Open Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2014 Partial Results

 Current Academy Results:

 Adult Male
 1 - Alliance - 68
 2 - Nova União - 39
 3 - Brasa Caio Terra - 28

 Adult Female
1 - CheckMat - 37
 2 - Alliance - 37
 3 - Roger Gracie Academy - 24


 Athletes Results By Category (See below:)

Split Decision on Henderson vs Thomson - Fight Highlights from FOX 10

Ben Henderson came out confidently in hopes to defeat Josh Thomson at last night’s (Sat., Jan. 25, 2014) UFC on Fox 10: "Henderson vs. Thomson" event at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, in hopes to once again face off with Lightweight Champ Anthony Pettis when he has regained his health.

“Bendo” was awarded the victory by split decision, but there are many who feel there is some dispute as to the final decision of this match. Even with a possible broken hand, Thompson seemed to dominate and continue with takedowns and back control during several rounds of the fight. The controversy stand as to where Henderson’s offensive game came into play during the fight, yet he still walked away with the victory. What do you think? Is this a hands down Henderson fight?

See the highlights below from FOX 10.

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Submission Only Greensboro Tournament - 2.1.2014

(FROM BY US GRAPPLING)

Submission Only Greensboro

Our first event of 2014 will be a Submission Only event in Greensboro, NC on February 1, 2014. This Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Submission Grappling tournament will take place at the Simkins Sports Pavilion at Barber Park.

Adult divisions (Men, 30+ Men, and Women) are Submission Only with NO points, NO time limits. Juvenile matches will have points and time limits.

All pre-registered competitors will receive a free t-shirt.

Competitors who do not pre-register online by Thursday, January 30 can register at the Simkins Sports Pavilion on Friday, January 31, 2014 from 6-7 PM or on Saturday morning, February 1, 2014 starting at 8 AM. Cash or credit cards accepted.

25 January 2014

Leandro Lo: My Passes, My Guard, My Game (Miyao Bro & Cicero Costha)

Leandro Lo: My Passes, My Guard, My Game
'I usually start with the heavier guys...' - says Leandro Lo.   'You do one hour of drilling, and one hour of rolling...I only like to train hard. I don't like to spar light.'




Jiu Jitsu Techniques and News

What is Jiu Jitsu - Martial Art Defined: History of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

what is jiu jitsu - martial art defined - history of brazilian jiu jitsu
If you trying to research what Jiu Jitsu is, you have come to the right place. With so many different forms of martial arts schools and styles out there, it is hard to understand the great differences between each different school of thinking.

For anyone unfamiliar with what the martial art sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is, it is important to understand the proceeding ‘Brazilian’ tag to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an Americanized version of what is referred to in the rest of the world simple as Jiu Jitsu.  The term is becoming more and more popular with increased use around the world because of the sports origin to the Brazilian Gracie family.

It is also important to understand that the sport of Jiu Jitsu used in martial art tournaments, compare to Jiu Jitsu used for self defense (or Jiu Jitsu for MMA), and differ quite a bit. The sport of Jiu Jitsu focuses on winning points for advancing to dominate positions, and finishing a fight with a submission. While Jiu Jitsu for MMA utilizing a variety of mixed techniques where to focus is self protection and ending a fight as quickly as possible. In general, the rules of sport Jiu Jitsu offer a greater protection to its competitors, and put a higher focus on utilizing leverage over strength.

In the very early days of Jiu Jitsu seen in MMA (mixed martial arts), Jiu Jitsu techniques were held in the highest esteem with fighters like Royce Gracie in the UFC, with the ability to finish fights in times never seen before in MMA matches. At that time, very few, if any, UFC fighters had knowledge of ground fighting. As time has passed, the importance of Jiu Jitsu techniques for the overall curriculum of MMA fighters has been held to a very high esteem, and is typically seen now as an essential part of training.

In regards to the sport of Jiu Jitsu at proper Jiu Jitsu martial arts tournaments, popularity within the U.S. has grown to great proportions. Organizations such as IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation), and the ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club), have brought an organized competition setting for those who are training at Jiu Jitsu academies across the country. These organizations also travel the world, and continue to push the popularity of the sport in each corner of the globe

For more information about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Visit us at www.worldofjiujitsu.com.

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24 January 2014

San Francisco International Open 2014 - Competitor List (1.24.2014)





Last Update: 01/24/2014 12:00 (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

San Francisco International Open 2014

See Below:

20 January 2014

Jiu Jitsu Fights - Don't miss the action!

Don't miss a beat. Catch all of your favorite BJJ fighters right here at World of Jiu Jitsu. From Mundials, Worlds, Abu Dhabi Trials, Copa Podia, and more. Don't miss out on the latest Jiu Jitsu fight videos. 

Whether you are looking for Black Belt Final matches, Heavy Weight fights, or Best Submissions, you will find them all here. If you would like to submit a video, please email us at rankings@worldofjiujitsu.com.

19 January 2014

Schedule for European Jiu Jitsu IBJJF Open 2014

EUROPEAN OPEN 2014 – SCHEDULE


Thursday – 23/Jan
9:00 AM
Blue belt adult male – Rooster and Light Feather
White belt adult male – Rooster and Light Feather
10:00 AM
Blue belt adult male – Feather
White belt master 1 male – Rooster to Feather
11:10 AM
Blue belt adult male – Light
White belt master 1 male – Light
12:50 PM
Blue belt adult male – Middle
White belt master 1 male – Middle and Medium Heavy
2:20 PM
Blue belt adult male – Medium Heavy to Super Heavy
3:40 PM
Blue belt adult male – Ultra Heavy
White belt adult male – Feather
White belt master 1 male – Heavy to Ultra Heavy
White belt master 2 male – Rooster to Light
4:55 PM
White belt adult male – Light
White belt master 2 male – Middle
5:50 PM
White belt adult male – Middle to Ultra Heavy
7:00 PM
White belt master 2 male – Medium Heavy to Ultra Heavy
White belt adult female – Light Feather to Light
7:45 PM
White belt adult female – Middle to Heavy
Blue belt adult male – Open Class

The following division must register for Open Class before 5:30PM:
Blue belt adult male

Friday – 24/Jan
9:00 AM
Purple belt adult male – Rooster to Feather
Blue belt adult female – Light Feather and Feather
10:20 AM
Purple belt adult male – Light
Blue belt adult female – Light
11:35 AM
Purple belt adult male – Middle and Medium Heavy
Blue belt adult female – Middle to Heavy
1:15 PM
Purple belt adult male – Heavy to Ultra Heavy
Blue belt master 1 male – Rooster to Feather
Blue belt master 1 female – Light Feather to Light
2:35 PM
Blue belt master 1 male – Light to Medium Heavy
3:35 PM
Blue belt master 1 male – Heavy to Ultra Heavy
Blue belt master 1 female – Middle to Heavy
Blue belt master 2 male – Rooster to Light
4:35 PM
Blue belt master 2 male – Middle to Ultra Heavy
Purple belt adult female – Light Feather to Light
5:45 PM
Purple belt adult female – Middle to Heavy
Purple belt adult male – Open Class
Blue belt adult female – Open Class
Blue belt master 1 male – Open Class
Blue belt master 1 female – Open Class
6:40 PM
Blue belt master 2 male – Open Class
Purple belt adult female – Open Class

The following divisions must register for Open Class before 4PM:
Purple belt adult male
Blue belt adult female

The following divisions must register for Open Class before 5PM:
Blue belt master 1 male and female

The following divisions must register for Open Class before 6:20PM:
Blue belt master 2 male
Purple belt adult female

Saturday – 25/Jan
9:00 AM
Purple belt master 1 male – Rooster to Heavy
10:20 AM
Purple belt master 1 male – Super Heavy and Ultra Heavy
Purple belt master 1 female – Rooster to Heavy
Purple belt master 2 male – Rooster to Middle
11:05 AM
Purple belt master 2 male – Medium Heavy to Ultra Heavy
Purple belt master 3, 4, 5 and 6 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
Black belt adult male and female – Open Class Registration
12:05 PM
Blue belt master 3, 4, 5 and 6 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
Black belt adult male and female – End of Open Class Registration
1:05 PM
Brown belt master 1 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
Brown belt master 1 female – Light Feather to Heavy
Brown belt master 2 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
2:20 PM
Black belt adult male – Open Class
Black belt adult female – Open Class
Brown belt master 3, 4, 5 and 6 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
Purple belt juvenile 1 and 2 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
Blue belt juvenile 1 and 2 female – Light Feather to Heavy
3:20 PM
Blue belt juvenile 1 and 2 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
White belt juvenile 1 and 2 female – Light Feather to Heavy
White belt juvenile 1 and 2 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
4:00 PM
Purple belt master 1 to 6 male and female – Open Class
Blue belt master 3 to 6 male – Open Class
5:10 PM
Brown belt master 1 to 6 male and female – Open Class
Blue belt juvenile 1 and 2 male – Open Class
Blue belt juvenile 1 and 2 female – Open Class

The following divisions must register for Open Class before 3PM:
Purple belt master 1 to 6 male and female
Blue belt master 3 to 6 male

The following divisions must register for Open Class before 4:30PM:
Brown belt master 1 to 6 male and female
Blue belt juvenile 1 and 2 male and female

Sunday – 26/Jan
9:00 AM
Brown belt adult male – Rooster to Light
Black belt adult male – Rooster to Middle
11:00 AM
Brown belt adult male – Middle to Ultra Heavy
Black belt adult male – Medium Heavy to Ultra Heavy
Black belt adult female – Light Feather to Heavy
12:45 PM
Brown belt adult female – Light Feather to Heavy
Black belt master 1 male – Rooster to Middle
1:35 PM
Black belt master 1 male – Medium Heavy to Ultra Heavy
Black belt master 1 female – Light Feather to Heavy
Black belt master 2 male – Rooster to Middle
2:20 PM
Black belt master 2 male – Medium Heavy to Ultra Heavy
Black belt master 3 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
3:00 PM
Black belt master 4, 5 and 6 male – Rooster to Ultra Heavy
3:30 PM
Brown belt adult male – Open Class
Brown belt adult female – Open Class
Black belt adult female – Finals
4:00 PM
Black belt master 1, 2 and 3 male and female – Open Class
4:30 PM
Black belt master 4, 5 and 6 male – Open Class
Black belt adult male – Finals

The following divisions must register for Open Class before 2:30PM:
Brown belt adult male and female

The following divisions must register for Open Class before 3:30PM:
Black belt master 1, 2 and 3 male and female


The following divisions must register for Open Class before 4PM:
Black belt master 4, 5 and 6 male