Tag: grappling
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Difference Between Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Explained
Judo and Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) are more closely related than any other two major grappling sports — BJJ was literally built from judo, derived from teaching brought to Brazil by a Kodokan-trained judoka in the early 20th century. Yet the two sports have diverged so substantially in emphasis, rules, and technique library that practitioners of…