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Category: Brazilian jiu-jitsu

Beyond the Mats: How Tacoma’s Tech Workers Are Finding Balance Through BJJ

In the shadow of Mount Rainier, where coffee shops buzz with keyboard clicks and startup discussions, a different kind of networking is taking place on padded mats across Tacoma. Tech workers, from coding wizards to UX designers, are trading their ergonomic chairs for gis and rashguards, finding an unexpected sanctuary in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). This isn’t just another Pacific Northwest fitness trend – it’s becoming a vital counterbalance to the digital-heavy lives…

The White Belt Journey: What to Expect in Your First Year of BJJ

Man, that first BJJ class hits different. Walking into the gym, you’re hit with that distinct smell of sweat-soaked mats and the sound of bodies hitting the ground. Your crisp white gi feels stiff and awkward, and you’ve got no clue what you’re getting yourself into. Trust me, we’ve all been there. The Early Days: Pure Survival Mode Welcome to the Deep End Let’s be real – those first few weeks are straight-up chaos. You’re…

What is Brazilian jiu-jitsu?

Understanding the Foundations Brazilian jiu-jitsu, or BJJ as it is commonly referred to, offers so significantly more than merely just yet another martial art – you will obtain yourself and learn how to conquer equally psychological and bodily challenges. How BJJ Changed Self-Defence and Sports Part I of II An Article SeriesBJJ has reinvented self-defense as we know it and sport as we know it from its humble beginnings in Brazil to its worldwide fame.…