Brazilian Jiu Jitsu BKK

“Don’t Be a Dying Turtle”: Turning Turtle from a Refuge into a Trap (Offensive Turtle) You are sparring at BJJ Bangkok. Everything is going well until… your guard gets passed! Panicking, you turn over, belly down, pulling your arms and legs in tight like a “Turtle.” In your mind, you think, “I’m safe here. I’ll … Read more

The Ultimate Thailand BJJ & Grappling Competition Calendar 2026 Are you ready to test your skills on the mats this year? Whether you are a white belt looking for your first tournament experience or a seasoned colored belt hunting for a national title, 2026 is set to be the biggest year for Jiu-Jitsu in Thailand. … Read more

Introduction: The Real Enemy is Your Lungs, Not Your Opponent Have you ever felt it? Minute 3 of sparring. You aren’t in pain from a submission, but you feel like you are “drowning” on dry land. Your heart is pounding like a drum. Your mouth is wide open, gasping for air, but the more you … Read more

“No Mats, No Problem”: 5 Solo Drills You Can Do in Your Bedroom (To Prevent Rust During New Year’s) Introduction: Gym’s Closed, But The Grind Doesn’t Stop The New Year holidays are a time for joy, rest, and travel. But for those addicted to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it often comes with a whisper of anxiety: “If … Read more

“Invisible Jiu-Jitsu”: 3 Things You Can’t See, But Make a Black Belt Feel Twice as Heavy Introduction: Magic or Physics? Have you ever sparred with a Black Belt and felt like you were wrestling a “ghost”? You can’t see them straining. They look relaxed, their face calm. Yet, when they settle into Side Control, you … Read more

“Slow is Smooth”: Why “Slo-Mo” (Slow Motion) Training Fixes Mistakes Better Than 100% Intensity Introduction: The Secret of Navy SEALs and BJJ Masters As we approach the year’s end, the urge to rush through tasks is common. However, on the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu mats, haste is the enemy of progress. There is an immortal saying from … Read more

“The Blue Belt Blues”: Why 50% Quit at Blue Belt (And How You Can Survive to Black) In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, there is a statistic that is whispered in every gym: “Most people will quit after receiving their Blue Belt.” You grind for 1-2 years, surviving the hardships of being a White Belt. … Read more

“BJJ for Life”: 3 Golden Rules for Training Over 30 Without Injury Do you remember being 20? You could play sports all day, crash into things, and wake up the next morning feeling brand new. But now, as the clock ticks past 30 (or 40, or 50), things have changed. Your back is a little … Read more

What is “Flow Rolling”? The Secret to Fast BJJ Progress (That 90% Do Wrong) “Hey… let’s keep it light. Let’s just flow.” Five seconds later, you find yourself being smashed by a bulldozer. Your partner’s face is beet red, every muscle is tensed, and they are trying to rip your arm off like it’s the … Read more

The Science of “Pressure”: How Small Players Feel Heavy Like a Rock (Without Tensing) Have you ever had this experience? You are sparring with a black belt or a coach at BJJ Bangkok who is significantly smaller than you. But the moment they pass your guard and settle into Side Control, it feels like a … Read more