Maggie Grindatti Hangs Up the Gi: A Transition from BJJ Athlete to Fitness Coach
In a remarkable and empowering announcement today, Maggie Grindatti, a renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion, officially declared her retirement from the competitive grappling scene. Acknowledged for... Read More
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Switching Roles
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by Samantha Schell It’s been a weird few months being injured and having to take the backseat when it comes to competition life. Sure, I’ve... Read More
Jiujiteiras deliver intense battles and remarkable performances at ADCC Orlando Open
From seasoned veterans to promising rising stars, talent abounded, with athletes like Talita Alencar, Maggie Grindati, Layla Watkins, and the powerhouse that is Jasmine Rocha,... Read More
Counting Down to ADCC Orlando Open: Competitors Prepare for the Biggest Open in ADCC History, Less than 48 Hours to Weigh-Ins
World-class grapplers descend on Orlando for ADCC’s premier open event. The epic showdown in the Sunshine State includes BJJ champions, Maggie (Grindatti) Lira, Jasmine Rocha,... Read More
Fight Story: Changing the Narrative on Mental Health in Combat Sports
Angela Lee’s journey from Champion to advocate, and the bright future of mental health education for fighters and the general public Interview by Charlotte McKinley... Read More
A Loss Does Not Define You
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by Samantha Schell It’s hard not to equate any ‘failures’ on the mat as transcending into your everyday life. When I come up short in... Read More
Julia Alves Aims for Gold at Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship this November
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Last year’s champion and second-ranked female athlete in the world, the 22-year-old is coming to the UAE capital in pursuit of her fourth medal. The... Read More
ADXC Countdown: A Star-Studded Debut with Three Female Super Fights Coming Up!
With only days to go before the first Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship, Jiu-Jitsu stars share insights at press conference held at the Mubadala Arena, the... Read More
Revolutionizing Gym Finances: How RollPay Helps Gym Owners Save and Give Back to the Jiu-Jitsu Community
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RollPay is dedicated to reducing operational expenses for gyms, empowering athletes, and advancing the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Interview by Evelyn SuttonStory and edit by... Read More
Kristian Woodmansee: The Logic of Fundamentals
Acclaimed as the “Dream Killer” due to his unyielding approach in Jiu-Jitsu, Kristian Woodmansee excels not only as a competitor but also as a professor... Read More
Mainstream Media Turns Its Attention to the Atos Fallout 
When it’s Time to Leave: How to Survive a Gym Crisis 
BREAKING UPDATE: Andre and Angelica Galvão Removed From Atos Leadership as Fallout Intensifies 
What Accountability Actually Looks Like in Jiu-Jitsu