A Whitebelt’s Guide to Calming Down in BJJ There’s something a bit infamous (yet kind of true) about a lot of white belts out there — and that’s that they love a bit of a takedown… sometimes a bit too much. Which is why many a white belt will often hear the words “calm down”, …
There’s a lot to learn when entering a new environment. Stuff flies over our heads sometimes — it happens easily. But, today, we’re going to help you by providing you with all you need to know about the etiquette at Kaizen Lab Jiujitsu. Particularly, if you’re thinking about joining us for a beginner’s session, this …
Entering BJJ competitions can be nerve-racking, no matter if it’s your first or your fifteenth. It’s awesome and memorable to participate in one. Whether you win or lose most of your battles — the fun is in the game. Win or lose: you come out generally worn out and ready to share your triumph/downfall. With …
So you’ve started, or are thinking of starting, your martial arts journey with Brazilian jiu jitsu? Exciting! While our classes can be taken for fun, self-defence, and for those thinking of competing, every journey comes with a certain amount of commitment as well as an expectation to accomplish something — like seeing your belt change …
This is a question we get a lot at Kaizen Lab, and the straight answer is: no, age is irrelevant to starting martial arts especially the practice of BJJ! Brazilian Jiu-jitsu (more commonly referred to as BJJ) is a martial art accessible to all as long as you can take the time to appreciate it. …
Most people know that exercise can be hugely beneficial to your day-to-day life — including your work life. But not everyone knows that some companies place Brazilian jiu jitsu so strongly on their radar that they have sponsored BJJ classes for their employees’ fitness and mental health regimes. Large companies like Google and LinkedIn in …
Kaizen Lab members might’ve noticed something different walking back through the jiu jitsu doors (if you have so just yet!). Almost every single person has been out of the game for quite some time. Unlike the usual reasoning – hectic month at work, travel, Doritos by the TV – most of everyone collectively had the …
BJJ is the perfect women’s self defence because almost all situations will be learning to dealing with being pinned to a surface whether it be a wall or ground. Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, a martial arts and self defence system focuses on getting away when pinned particularly for those who are smaller in size or weaker in …
The reasons are already out there in the world on why you should keep your child physically active outside of just school hours. The number one reason, of course, being that unlike most adults kids are still bursting with energy once they come home from a full day at work. It keeps them healthy. It …
Ah yes, New Year’s Day is the time for clichés! The time that every once a year, entire cities (I exaggerate) unite in a desperate attempt to improve their general day-to-day lifestyle — be it health, fitness, or social goals. On that one special day, the gyms are full, the fruit and veggie aisle is …
