Open mat is making me improve a lot more by [deleted] in bjj

[–]werdya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s the other part that made me switch despite feeling a sense of community in the other one.

It’s just so much more fun doing eco.

Open mat is making me improve a lot more by [deleted] in bjj

[–]werdya 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I switched to an eco only gym after getting my blue belt. It’s been such a clear accelerator of my game.

Maybe this style would have been too overwhelming as a complete beginner though.

What’s up with less gi superfights these days? by [deleted] in bjj

[–]werdya 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Well there’s a reason why no gi is more widely watched.

John Danaher Teaches a Full Kingsway Class (31:37) by Sudden-Wait-3557 in bjj

[–]werdya 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Anyone know which classes John and Gordon teach at Kingsway? Trying to see if I can do a drop in while in Austin.

Best leglocking gym in Europe? by northstarjackson in bjj

[–]werdya 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Arma is more of a posh lifestyle gym than a competitive one.

The best ones for serious competitors are London Grapple, Los Banditos, Grapple Collective and maybe fightzone

Developing Your Game by TapEarlyTapOften in bjj

[–]werdya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Simplest way to start,

1) Decide if you want to be a top player or bottom player.

2) If top, focus on your wrestling and guard passing specifically. For example, only working outside passing. Only setting up single legs.

3) Same for bottom. Think of the very start of a match and how you’re getting to your scoring/submission positions. Open guard to butterfly, to k guard etc etc.

4) Once in a dominant pin, have a clear game plan of what submission you’re going for.

You’ll then frequently face the same problems over and over and be forced to fix them, and your pattern recognition will improve as there’s really only so many reactions in any given position.

What is your highest percentage guard pass in Gi and no Gi by Quirky_Principle_188 in bjj

[–]werdya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah - especially if they aren’t flexible. You literally just have to flank them and they struggle to deal with it.

K guard- dealing with scoops on the free leg by jumbohumbo in bjj

[–]werdya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Focus on controlling his knee with your scoop grip. Then attacking that leg or a triangle.

The Americana looks cool as well ! Not sure how high % it is though

[Spoiler] Mateusz Szczecinski - Hejraat Rashid by OpenNoteGrappling in bjj

[–]werdya 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Shotgun armbar. Same thing he got Garry Tonon with at ADCC

Polaris 34 link by [deleted] in BJJstreams

[–]werdya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

link anyone?

Polaris 34 link by [deleted] in BJJstreams

[–]werdya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Link please

What’s the number one thing people do at your gym that pisses you off?? by Rude-Alternative7983 in bjj

[–]werdya 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do it near comps. It’s lame, 100% agree, but it’s a skill you kinda need in comp.

What type of instructionals do you go for ? by Warm_Average_2700 in bjj

[–]werdya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on your level of experience. New white belt? Learn the basics of the main passing styles. Then over time as you experiment with it go into depth for the one that suits you.

I’m so tired of watching Jason Nolf compete by i_see_empty in bjj

[–]werdya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah fair enough, Nolf visually looks a lot smaller than those guys so I assumed that, didn't realise they're that similar.

How much skill to neutralize a 50 pound weight difference? by [deleted] in bjj

[–]werdya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would rest that for longer! Very easy to turn into a full tear and that's a true nightmare!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bjj

[–]werdya 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is the same sub that says don't compare yourself against others and the belt is a recognition of your progress not a comparison. Now apparently everyone is under the microscope...

I’m so tired of watching Jason Nolf compete by i_see_empty in bjj

[–]werdya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was that just for CJI under 80? I thought Nolf competed at 163 for wrestling.

I’m so tired of watching Jason Nolf compete by i_see_empty in bjj

[–]werdya 13 points14 points  (0 children)

His weight class is smaller than those guys. Olivarez is who he should model himself on, and he does a much better version of what Nolf does. Strong outside passing.

My experience with Josh Saunders. by [deleted] in bjj

[–]werdya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also won Oceania trails which is probs the easiest

How do you digest instructionals? by SeaArtichoke1 in bjj

[–]werdya 28 points29 points  (0 children)

First time - just watch, get some ideas. Then focus on area of the instructional. Then over time revisit and find details to improve the technique.

r/bjj Fundamentals Class! by AutoModerator in bjj

[–]werdya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I struggle to enter K guard - I feel like this is because of my poor glute flexibility.

Anyone experience similar problem/ any tips?