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By Solomon Dixon August 15, 2026
Open mat is only as useful as the plan you bring. Learn how to pick a focus, choose partners, set intensity, and leave with something you can use.
By Solomon Dixon August 12, 2026
Watching jiu jitsu matches is easy. Studying them is a skill. Here is the pass by pass system coaches use to pull real technique out of footage.
By Solomon Dixon August 9, 2026
Motivation fades. Systems do not. Learn how to use habit stacking to make BJJ training automatic, built around a real class schedule on Chicago's Southside.
By Solomon Dixon July 31, 2026
Choosing a kids' jiu jitsu program in Chicago? A parent's guide to matching your child's age, readiness, and goals to the right BJJ class.
By Solomon Dixon July 26, 2026
Nervous about getting back on the mats? A practical guide to returning to BJJ after time off, from pacing yourself to choosing the right class to restart.
By Solomon Dixon July 20, 2026
BJJ or boxing? Compare self-defense, fitness, and learning curve, and learn how to choose the right martial art for your goals on Chicago's Southside.
By Solomon Dixon July 14, 2026
Not sure whether to start BJJ or Muay Thai? Here's an honest breakdown of both disciplines to help you make the right call for your goals.
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By Solomon Dixon July 8, 2026
BJJ is demanding. Here's an honest look at what breaks down, why, and how smart training keeps you on the mat for the long run.
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By Solomon Dixon June 28, 2026
BJJ is a grappling art, not a striking one. Learn what the rules say in training, competition, and self-defense.
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By Solomon Dixon June 28, 2026
BJJ builds the functional strength, stress resilience, and mental recovery first responders need. Serious instruction on Chicago's Southside.
By Solomon Dixon June 17, 2026
Overtraining stalls progress and invites injury. Learn how to build a sustainable BJJ training week and train smart on Chicago's Southside.
By Solomon Dixon June 10, 2026
BJJ builds the composure, control, and defensive skills law enforcement and police officers need when it counts. Serious instruction on Chicago's Southside.
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