Blog
In this blog I will share my insights in regards to Brazilian Jiu jitsu and no gi grappling.
I’ll share my studies, videos, techniques and interviews here. I love writing about optimizing your jiu jitsu progress and training BJJ in Brazil.
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Train BJJ in lockdown
(featured image obviously is from 2019, taken by @skipperjiujitsu) Governments around the World are keeping jiu jitsu illegal, while people are becoming more obese and
Leiden University Interview
I did a small interview with the University of Leiden. I got my Masters degree there. They were interested to see where I ended up.
New website
Welcome to the new website! After a few years on Wix, I’ve finally decided to move it to WordPress. More options, more freedom, less money.
Podcast appearances: Cauliflower Philosophy & Gi experts
During the last few months I’ve appeared on two cool podcasts where I shared some of my experiences and views on jiu jitsu and everything
BJJ Packing List
A good packing list is essential when you travel for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Here we discuss 6 of the essential items I always bring with
How to learn from BJJ and nogi grappling instructionals
With the corona crisis in jiu jitsu most practitioners are forced to stay off the mats. Many companies are now offering free dvd’s and instructionals
How to study BJJ matches
Most of the jiu jitsu world is on lockdown right now, so now is the perfect time to teach you guys how I like to
Why you should train in Brazil
Jiu jitsu has spread around the globe, and almost every continent has some jiu jitsu hotspots creating top-level competitors. So why should you still go
Books for BJJ athletes – Getting good at something
When I finished my masters at University I suddenly had no real mission between training sessions anymore. No more assignments to finish, no exams to
Competing in Brazil
When you’re going to compete in Brazil, you can be sure of two things: 1. There will be at least one pigeon in the gymnasium,
The complete guide to pulling guard
Pulling guard, just like doing takedowns, is an art. Whatever your weight class or your level, you need to know how to pull guard. When you’re
Finishing the most common submission at white belt
Instinctively most beginners in jiu jitsu will grab a hold of the opponent’s neck and squeeze it hard. Especially when the opponent tries to shoot
Your first BJJ class: a complete guide
So you’re interested in trying out Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) for the first time? This guide gives you an idea of what to expect, what
Daniel de Groot going to World Cup as Brazilian Champion – Havenloods article
Wed 5 Dec 2018, 15:53 Rotterdam – At the World Cup Brazilian jiujitsu without a gi (grappling), Rotterdam-born Daniël de Groot takes action on 15
Daniel de Groot’s European Championship – ArteSuave Interview
The IBJJF European Championship is known as the most prestigious BJJ tournament in Europe. Although an EC medal is high on the wish list of
Interview Daniel de Groot BJJ Scandinavia
While scouting for young BJJ talents across Scandinavia and Europe, we came across a young guy from the Netherlands who currently trains in Brasil and