Review - Flow Jitsu by Mike Bidwell and Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood

Summary
Mike Bidwell offers his vision of a flowing, transition based jiu-jitsu gameplan which all stems from an initial hip bump kimura sweep. It is a set that will most benefit intermediate level players who are looking to move beyond a singular focus when sparring and competing.

Details
Available as a digital download from Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood website.
Price $49.95 / £38GBP
Length 1 hour

I viewed a digital download version. I'm not sure if a physical DVD is available.

byMeerkatsu

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July 24, 2016

Review - Flow Jitsu by Mike Bidwell and Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood

Summary Mike Bidwell offers his vision of a flowing, transition based jiu-jitsu gameplan which all stems from an initial hip bump kim...

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Review - Whisky Wolf Hard Soap

It seems in the world of jiu jitsu, MMA and grappling, we do love our artisan soaps. Whisky Wolf is a UK based company. They sent me their Okami Kit Tin Can package, which contains their red label soap bar, soap tag, skin balm and stickers.

byMeerkatsu

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July 14, 2016

Review - Whisky Wolf Hard Soap

It seems in the world of jiu jitsu, MMA and grappling, we do love our artisan soaps. Whisky Wolf is a UK based company. They sent me thei...

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Artwork - Mat Life Comic Strip

Above: First appearance of our hero, Matt

Mat Life is a comic strip I created for publication in Jiu Jitsu Style Magazine. The character, Matt, is a complete novice and each episode followed his progression as an early beginner who makes all the mistakes that everyone else makes. The strip was also an excuse for me to attempt sequential art, something I had previously never tried before.

The first appearance wasn't an official episode 1, it was merely a two panel sequence to illustrate a written article. The next issue of the magazine expanded the format to a four panel story. Editor Callum then wanted the strip to fill the whole page, hence a six panel format appeared. I discovered that a six panel set was much more of a challenge. Telling the story without too much 'filler' material or repetition is a real art. I admire comic artists who can deftly add story, action, humour, drama and dialogue, all within the space of one page. 

It was a great exercise for me. Sadly, I have decided to end the strip, the final episode appears in Issue 33 of Jiu Jitsu Style Magazine. 

byMeerkatsu

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July 13, 2016

Artwork - Mat Life Comic Strip

Above: First appearance of our hero, Matt Mat Life is a comic strip I created for publication in Jiu Jitsu Style Magazine. The cha...

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Review: Footlock Mastery by Oli Geddes

Summary
Oli Geddes is a prolific competitor amassing over 600 tournament matches. Many of his submissions have come via straight ankle lock. Here in this one hour instructional, Oli presents a game plan based around the straight ankle lock. It is an easy to follow system where the straight ankle is not only a submission finish, but a starting point with which to transition to numerous other techniques and positions. This video set is based strictly on IBJJF legal techniques from white belt and above. For beginners, it's a very good, detailed look at an often neglected submission technique. More advanced players will enjoy the positions Oli shows - including the 50/50, outside hook ankle lock and the overhook x-guard.

Available from:
https://footlock-mastery.myshopify.com
Price £24.99

byMeerkatsu

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July 06, 2016

Review: Footlock Mastery by Oli Geddes

Summary Oli Geddes is a prolific competitor amassing over 600 tournament matches. Many of his submissions have come via straight ankle ...

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Tournament Coverage: TUFF Invitational 4, Purfleet, UK

Following the success of the TUFF 3 Invitational submission only tournament earlier in the year, I was happy to cover photography for the next installment of this event. The fights did not disappoint, with the best of UK talent on display, fighters from teams all over the UK displayed plenty of skill, heart and spirit.

byMeerkatsu

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July 03, 2016

Tournament Coverage: TUFF Invitational 4, Purfleet, UK

Following the success of the TUFF 3 Invitational submission only tournament earlier in the year, I was happy to cover photography for the...

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