by Pons | Nov 7, 2019 | Competitions
Grappling competitions have had an explosion in recent years as new tournament promotions have come up. Gone were the days when the only major competitions one can join in would be either IBJJF, Abu Dhabi Pro or ADCC events. Even tournament formats have evolved with...
by Mac | Sep 26, 2019 | Competitions, Interviews
Back in January 2017, I was contacted randomly by one Anthony Luu, the front manager and organizer of the inaugural Saigon Open, asking if I would like to attend. Interest piqued I went about recruiting a handful of team mates to attend and we were soon booking...
by Jehan | Aug 14, 2019 | Competitions
GRIND – India’s first invitational only pro-grappling promotion held their third event (GRIND 3) on 27 and 28 July 2019. The promotion has come a long way since organizing its first event in 2017. This time not only did they invite some of the top grapplers in...
by Jehan | Feb 7, 2019 | Competitions, Travel, Trip Report
It’s been a memorable few days in the island beneath the winds. This was my first trip to Borneo and I was not disappointed. Stunning coastline, majestic mountain range, lush green forest, exceptionally friendly locals and some delightful local entheogens. I...
by Ben | Oct 24, 2018 | Competitions
Jiu-jitsu tournaments, as we all know, can often be a sterling example of the chaos of life. From both the spectator’s and the competitors point-of-view, unexpected wins and losses occur, participants of the competition can often get injured thus causing a mild panic,...
by Jehan | Aug 6, 2018 | Competitions
Guest contribution by Lucas Johnson Shakespeare once said something about brevity being yadda yadda yadda, and since he seems like a smart dude, I felt it best to keep this summary of the BKK Inter-Club White & Blue Belt Friendly Tournament held at Arete BJJ in...