Rough Hands BJJ

Why Women Quit Jiu-Jitsu YouTube video by Fighting Matters

New Fighting Matters is live! Shelby York from @roughhandsbjj.bsky.social talks about the real reasons women leave the sport.
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We're following @roughhandsbjj.bsky.social's lead and offering free BJJ Mental Models Premium access to everyone impacted by US federal layoffs and forced retirements. DM @bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social to redeem. We'll also attempt to find you a nearby #BJJ gym where you can train for free if needed.

#bjj #jiujitsulife #federalemployees #louisville #louisvillekentucky

#BJJ tip of the day: Big movements also create big openings.

Rough Hands x BJJ Mental Models Spring Camp 2025 — Rough Hands BJJ

I've been telling folks that I wouldn't limit head count for the camp, but we've gotten to a number where I'm likely going to have to go back on my word. We are at about 40 campers right now; I'm going to put a cap of 50 on the camp.

So with all that said, the time is now. . .
Register today!

Episode 325 is now live! Mike Mahaffey joins us to discuss economy of motion in #BJJ, why it’s important, and how more athletic grapplers can violate this concept in favor of a movement-based game.

Listen now by searching for BJJ Mental Models in your podcast app, or visit this link: bjj.plus/325

Open and encouraged for all skill levels! We will explore both the conceptual basics and more advanced details of the Americana — as well as other shoulder locks. This event is donation-based and is being held to support the Americana SOS Campaign

Recommended Donation: $50 #jiujitsuforall #bjj

AN OPEN LETTER TO THE JIU-JITSU COMMUNITY

Hello Jiu-Jitsu friends,

We are a collective of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, gym owners, and coaches who love this sport and know firsthand the life-changing benefits it can offer.
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If you actually listen to women who train Jiu-Jitsu, you’ll learn they’re much more concerned about sexual abuse and PEDs than they are about trans athletes competing in their divisions.

Volume over Intensity in BJJ Training Today I want to talk about how to best allocate your training time in BJJ. You’ve probably heard the saying that “BJJ is a marathon, not a sprint,” right? Well, if BJJ is a marathon then we should als...

#BJJ is a marathon not a sprint, so let’s train accordingly www.grapplearts.com/volume-over-...

For the vast majority of practitioners, jiu jitsu is a hobby. If you're feeling a sense of anxiety and dread ahead of class because of how you are treated, or the feeling that you just don't fit in, it might be time to find a new place to train. #bjj #jiujitsu4all

#jiujitsuforall #bjj

#BJJ tip of the day: The more times you’re willing to fail, the greater your odds of long-term success.

#bjj seminar to benefit the Salus Center (Lansing’s LGBTQ community center), @deepbluebrazilianjiujitsu in Grand Rapids on 3/22/2025, 12-2pm. All proceeds will go to the center. @bjjmentalmodels will offer a free month of premium access to anyone who donates! Please bring a minimum $20 donation.

Goal setting (and being coached how to set appropriate goals) is incredibly important in #BJJ. From ep 414 of The Strenuous Life Podcast

It was my pleasure! I had a blast. I hope we get a chance to chat again soon

How to train jiu-jitsu successfully if you’re not a super athlete. New podcast episode is out, get all the links here: www.grapplearts.com/training-bjj...

Training BJJ as an Older or Smaller Grappler, with Jesse Walker YouTube video by The Strenuous Life Podcast

Had a great conversation with @stephankesting.bsky.social. In it we went deep into the training methods (and training culture) that allows older, smaller and less athletic grapplers to get better as fast as possible without getting injured

Kesa Gatame in BJJ Kesa Gatame is the name for a DEADLY position also known as the Scarf Hold or the Head and Arm pin. It’s a staple pin in Judo, Sambo and Freestyle Wrestling. All these arts have honed kesa gatame as a...

A detailed breakdown of one of the most vicious and effective pinning positions in bjj www.grapplearts.com/kesa-gatame-...

#BJJ tip of the day: Pretend they have “dirty feet.” Don’t let them connect their feet to the floor or yourself.

Russian Tie Seminar and Belt Promotions … the perfect way to wrap up a great year at RHBJJ! #bjj #beltpromotions #bjjseminar

Kesa Gatame for BJJ - Control, Armlocks, Leglocks, and Chokes YouTube video by Stephan Kesting

An in-depth seminar I once taught on using Kesa Gatame - one of Judo's deadliest pins - to control and submit your opponent in BJJ... www.youtube.com/watch?v=TA73...

#BJJ tip of the day: Over the long term, the single most important factor in your training is whether you're having fun.

If Jiu Jitsu doesn’t make you smile, you’re doing it wrong. #bjj #welovethisgame #combatbase

I heard they’re gonna have some pretty cool coaches there.

Pressure passing tips! YouTube video by OldBastardBJJ

#bjj pressure passing tips. Enjoy!

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Rough Hands x BJJ Mental Models Spring Camp 2025 — Rough Hands BJJ

Looking for the perfect gift idea for yourself or loved one? Grab a spot at the @bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social Spring Camp hosted by Rough Hands BJJ. This will be the "don't miss" camp of the year. (pssst. . .Black Belts get to attend and train for free!) #bjj #bjjblackbelt #bjjcamp

#225 Jesse Walker Jesse Walker is the co-owner and head instructor of Rough Hands Jiu-Jitsu in Louisville KY. He has an extensive background in Krav Maga and a vast and varied academic background.Follow the link below...

Listen to my latest interview and listen to me talk about my Jiu Jitsu journey as both a practitioner and coach.

@skysentry.bsky.social has got some great lists to start with