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Winter Camp 2026: The Salsa Sweep with Alexander Backus

Winter Camp 2026 will feature Alexander Backus teaching the salsa sweep and second-best half guard techniques. The post highlights upcoming camps and instructional focus for BJJ Globetrotters.

https://bjjglobetrotters.com/winter-camp-2026-the-salsa-sweep-second-best-half-guard-in-the-world-with-alexander-backus

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The Two Kimura Grips That Result in 90% of Finishes in Jiu-Jitsu

The article identifies two Kimura grips as dominant in finishing: the far grip and the near grip (waiter grip). It explains how each grip positions the arm and how to finish, emphasizing control and positional use.

https://grapplearts.com/the-two-kimura-grips-that-result-in-90-of-finishes-in-jiu-jitsu/

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Stop Collecting Moves. Start Owning Them. The 4-Step Method That Works After 40

A BJJ After 40 article argues that learners should focus on mastering existing techniques rather than accumulating new ones. It outlines a 4-step method—Grips, Control, Trap/Transition, and Submission/Leverage—and provides a practical drill progression for practitioners over 40.

https://bjjafter40blog.wpcomstaging.com/2026/03/17/stop-collecting-moves-start-owning-them-the-4-step-method-that-actually-works-after-40/

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Here Are 6 High-Percentage Gi Chokes From The Technical Mount

The article explains the technical mount as a dominant position for applying gi chokes. It lists six high-percentage chokes from that position, including the half-nelson, collar choke, Ezekiel, bow and arrow variants, and the gift-wrap triangle, with notes on chaining and drilling.

https://evolve-mma.com/blog/here-are-6-high-percentage-gi-chokes-from-the-technical-mount/

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Why You Keep Getting Hurt in Jiu-Jitsu and How to Fix It After 40

After 40, the article presents the Jiu-Jitsu Injury Matrix as a system to reduce risk and keep training. It explains recognizing early warning signs, adjusting rolling intensity, and choosing training partners to stay on the mat.

https://bjjafter40blog.wpcomstaging.com/2026/04/29/why-you-keep-getting-hurt-in-jiu-jitsu-and-how-to-fix-it-after-40/

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Safeguarding Best Practices for Jiu-Jitsu Gyms

An article outlining safeguarding best practices for Jiu-Jitsu gyms, including codes of conduct, child protection policies, reporting channels, staff training, and transparent parent communication. It emphasizes protecting minors and creating a safe, accountability-driven gym culture.

https://jiujiteiramagazine.com/2026/01/safeguarding-best-practices-for-jiu-jitsu-gyms/

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The Macarena Turnover for Wrestling, Judo and BJJ

The Macarena Turnover outlines two grappling techniques you can use in wrestling, judo, and BJJ to turn an opponent from turtle or a shot into control or points. The post demonstrates variations including a 'hellish' pin and emphasizes scoring opportunities ahead of a submission.

https://grapplearts.com/macarena-turnover-wrestling-judo-bjj

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The Two Kimura Grips That Result in 90% of Finishes in Jiu-Jitsu

The article outlines two primary Kimura grips—the far/framing grip and the near/waiter grip—and explains how each can finish fights in no-gi and gi contexts. It also emphasizes using the Kimura as a positional tool and points readers to related training resources.

https://grapplearts.com/the-two-kimura-grips-that-result-in-90-of-finishes-in-jiu-jitsu

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How to Watch the European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026

The article promotes FloGrappling as the streaming home for BJJ events and explains how to watch the European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026. It notes FloGrappling and the FloSports app as the viewing option for year-round BJJ coverage.

https://flograppling.com/articles/15067698-how-to-watch-the-european-ibjjf-jiu-jitsu-championship-2026

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How to Improve Your BJJ Reaction Times

This article discusses strategies to improve reaction time in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including reducing options in dynamic scrambles and training with specific goals. It covers Hick's Law and practical applications for both static and dynamic situations.

https://grapplearts.com/how-to-improve-your-bjj-reaction-times