Have you ever walked past two gyms, one with a big “Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu” sign and the other proudly labeled “Gracie Jiu-Jitsu”, and thought, “Wait… aren’t these the same thing?” You’re not alone. Here’s the truth: BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) and GJJ (Gracie Jiu-Jitsu) share the same roots. But over time, they’ve grown into two distinct paths…
Hey there. Steve Marlin here, BJJ brown belt, former judo dabbler, and full-time mat rat. If you’ve ever felt like a confused flamingo while standing across from someone at the start of a BJJ class… I’ve been there too. And guess what? You’re not broken. You just haven’t stolen enough from Judo yet. Welcome to…
Welcome to Martial Boss, your go-to spot for real-deal martial arts wisdom. Whether you’re tying your first white belt or prepping for black belt stripes, we’ve got your back. No fluff. No filler. Just battle-tested advice from folks who’ve rolled, tapped, and trained through it all. I’m Steve Marlin, a BJJ brown belt, lifelong martial…
Today, we’re diving deep into one of the most underused, yet brilliantly effective submissions in grappling: the Ezekiel choke. You’ve probably seen it once or twice, maybe during a UFC fight or at your local academy. Someone’s mounted, they reach into their own sleeve… and suddenly, their opponent taps like they just remembered they left…
If you’ve ever felt stuck in your bottom game, like you’re just surviving instead of attacking, then this guide is for you. Today, we’re diving deep into one of the most creative, dynamic positions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: the De La Riva guard. And trust me, I didn’t always love this guard. When I first tried…