Coaching Philosophy
CLA Jiu Jitsu: The Best Grapplers Don't Follow Scripts
Key Takeaways Knowledge isn't skill. Memorizing techniques means little if you can't apply them against resistance. Individuality is your co…
October 15, 2026Read →
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Jiu Jitsu training tips, coaching philosophy, and news from the mats at Ground Game Theory, Miami.
Beginner Guide
Am I Too Old to Start BJJ? What Beginners Should Know
Think you might be too old to start BJJ? Learn why age does not have to hold you back—and how smart, adaptable training can help you start s…
September 29, 2026Read →
Training Tips
What to Wear for No-Gi BJJ: A Beginner’s Guide
What to Wear for No-Gi BJJ: A Beginners Guide explains exactly what to wear, what to avoid, and how to prepare for training.
September 22, 2026Read →
Kids & Family
What Is the Best Age for Kids to Start Jiu Jitsu?
Wondering when your child should start jiu jitsu? Learn the key signs of readiness parents should look for before enrolling
June 18, 2026Read →
Coaching Philosophy
The 'Eye on the Ball' Myth: How Jiu Jitsu Drills Fail You
In combat sports, one of the most enduring ideas is that static drilling leads to skill mastery. But just like baseball's 'keep your eye on …
February 19, 2025Read →
Coaching Philosophy
Bernstein's Hammer: What a Blacksmith's Swing Teaches Us About Jiu Jitsu
Imagine spending your days as a blacksmith, swinging a hammer with precise aim to hit the same target, hundreds of times over. You'd assume …
November 8, 2024Read →
Training Tips
Jiu Jitsu Growth Hack: The Power of Training Density
In submission grappling, proficiency in a specific position requires repeated exposure and active problem-solving. This is where training de…
October 22, 2024Read →
Training Tips
The Biggest Jiu Jitsu Lessons We Learned (and Wish We Knew Sooner!)
What if the traditional way you've been learning jiu jitsu is holding you back? These are the four biggest lessons we wish we'd learned earl…
October 15, 2024Read →
Training Tips
Think You're Ready for Your Jiu Jitsu Blue Belt, But Coach Isn't Promoting You? Here's What You Should Know
You've been training consistently, rolling hard, and maybe even tapping a few opponents during sparring. You feel like you're ready for that…
October 2, 2024Read →