by BJJ ASIAN | Jul 27, 2024 | Interviews
A Knockout Career The incredible path taken by Aaliyan Khurram from his early years in Bangkok to his current status as a well-known fight promoter and significant businessman is a testament to his drive, tenacity, and inventiveness. Aaliyan was raised in a...
by Generic Asian | Mar 22, 2024 | Blog, Gym Report, Travel, Trip Report
Go with the Flow Penang is a small state situated in the Northwest of Malaysia comprising mainland Bukit Mertajam and Penang Island. The combination of British colonial architecture and sandy beaches draws many visitors to this island each year, I on the other hand...
by Generic Asian | Mar 15, 2024 | Interviews
Hardian Kristiady is a Black Belt under Niko Han of Synergy BJJ and now leads the GF Team affiliate known as Hardianism in Indonesia. Along with his 2 sons Randolf and Verontino they lead a up and coming competitive team. BJJASIA: Can you kindly introduce yourself?...
by Jehan | Feb 15, 2024 | Blog
Michael Friedman presents a fascinating view into the philosophy, culture and camaraderie of Jiu Jitsu. I’m certain his findings resonate with many fellow practitioners. “In its most colloquial meaning, gratitude is a basic process by which we are...
by Generic Asian | Feb 4, 2024 | Interviews, Training
Deddy Wigraha is the founder and Head Coach of Alliance Jiu Jitsu Indonesia and received his Black Belt under the legendary Romero ‘Jacare’ Cavalcanti, founder of Alliance Jiu Jitsu in 2013. From starting Jiu-Jitsu in 1996 under Rickson Gracie & Charles Gracie,...
by Jehan | Feb 4, 2024 | Training
In this film, journalist Zakee Kuduro explores the science of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and why an understanding of the fundamentals of physics and knowing the levers of the body can help you to fight with intelligence. Video by Zakee Kuduro Commissioning Editor:...
by Generic Asian | Jan 11, 2024 | Interviews
Introduction: Reon and Hiryuu Niwa are two young competitors who formerly trained at their father’s gym, Axis Jiu Jitsu Yokohama. They both made the move to Costa Mesa, California in order to study under the Mendes Brothers at the world renowned Art of...
by Generic Asian | Oct 21, 2023 | Interviews
Most people know about Andy Wang from his stint in TUF 5 with Nate Diaz, BJ Penn and Jens Pulver. But he is also a teacher. Like, a real, actual school teacher. He has degrees in both history and political science from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Originally...
by Generic Asian | Sep 26, 2023 | Interviews
Diwiz is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt, Head Coach of @locknrollmma4720 and the Founder of @nepalwarriorschampionship in Nepal. A pioneer in his own country, Diwiz hopes to place his Nation’s Warriors on the global stage. Currently, he is with his fighter...
by Generic Asian | Sep 8, 2023 | Gym Report, Interviews
Raphael Moa is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Edison Kagohara and the newly appointment Head Coach of the Renowned Carpe Diem Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu branch in Bangkok. Originally from Kuching, Malaysia Raphael’s life took an unexpected turn into Jiu-Jitsu...
