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Welcome back. I felt it was necessary for that initial knowledge of what the BJJ belt colors mean to settle in. Because at this point in your jiu-jitsu journey, blue and purple are tangible, within reach.

Now let’s talk about the much more coveted brown, black and red belts...

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Even if you’re brand new to the sport of jiu-jitsu – or martial arts in general – you know that the BJJ belt color means something. But what? And how does one “level up” from white to black belt?

Never fear, my dear white belt... read on to find out...

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As jiu-jitsu practitioners, we share a lot on the mat. Laughs, growth, sweat, blood, tears… and skin infections. That last one we could do without, though. Here’s what you can do to prevent skin infections...

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So you're a BJJ white belt. Over time, you learn the tips and tricks that help you progress from the lowly minnow to the ultimate mat shark.  But sometimes that journey can be long and… well… painful (depending on how long you wait to tap).

To give you a bit of a head start, I’ve compiled a few “BJJ White Belt Survival Tips” to help you along. 

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Finding the perfect jiu-jitsu gi can be challenging. Whether you’re new to the gentle art, or a long-time BJJ veteran, you want a jiu-jitsu gi that fits right, performs well, and fits your style and preferences… you want to find the “perfect jiu-jitsu gi.”

Admittedly, finding the perfect gi can be a bit of a trial and error process. But there ARE some things that can help you narrow down the field. What are they? Read on…

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