Bernardo Faria
@BernardoFariaJJ
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My favorite way to escape the Armbar, which goes straight to the half guard! Have you tried that before?
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Today, Kylie Gracie Faria was born at 3:10 am. She arrived three weeks earlier than planned, but I’m very grateful that she is healthy and already appears to be a very happy baby ❤️❤️❤️
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The best Judo Takedown Against Jiu Jitsu guys with the Judo Legend and Olympic Champion Satoshi Ishii
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Making a grip on the Judo Legend Satoshi’s gi is like asking to get your fingers broken, hehe.
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It was literally a HUGE HONOR to teach/train with the Rock Star Legend Maynard James Keenan today in Boston right before his concert in the back stage. Thanks for putting this together “TourTraining”
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Have you seen this armbar finish where lying down isn’t necessary?
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“How do I build my game in Jiu-Jitsu?”
This is a question that I get asked a lot, and I feel like I can help, because my whole career was defined by a very specific game plan (half guard on the bottom and over-under pass on top). Below are some tips on how to build your game:
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Where “Huge Honor for Me” Came From?
If you follow me on social media, especially YouTube, you might have already heard me saying ‘huge honor for me,’ which has kind of become my trademark phrase. But it all happened organically… When I started my YouTube channel about a decade…
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How to takedown a 6’7 tall opponent with the Judo Olympic Champion Legend Satoshi Ishii
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One common mistake I see white belts make in Jiu-Jitsu is trying to do too much at once without establishing position. They might pass the guard, rush to mount, attempt an armbar, miss, and end up on the bottom, exhausted. Instead, focus on securing a strong side control, then…
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To me, wrestling works better than judo, I mean for my game and my style... Judo is an amazing art, but I believe judo matches better with those who like to pass the guard standing. For those who prefer to pass the guard from the knees, I like wrestling better. This is just my…
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Some people in Brazil call this position the ‘Thong Bikini Lapel’ grip… hehehe. At least I hope you all will never forget this move anymore—just remember the quirky nickname, hahaha. Jokes aside, I hope this video helps you understand how important it is to grab the lapel very…
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This is by far my favorite way to pull half guard. Hope it helps you :)
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Got my box checked ✅ for today (Sunday) training at my academy in Bedford - MA.
Who trained today?
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Mikey Musumeci vs. Kade Ruotolo
What are your thoughts? I know exactly who is going to win this match—the winner is us, the viewers! Hehehe, I can’t wait to watch it!
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Inducted To The IBJJF Hall Of Fame Of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Bernardo Faria
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As an instructor, we have to step out of our comfort zone and teach way beyond just our A or even B game…
One of the biggest mistakes I see instructors at BJJ schools make is teaching only their A games, while in reality, we should be teaching everything, even the moves we have…
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Have you ever seen this Butterfly Drill before? Another gold from the legend Rafael Lovato. I was familiar with the moves, but I had never seen them combined into a drill like this. It was amazing to learn…
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A detail that will change your mount escape, especially if you like half guard!!!
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Jiu-Jitsu taught me that resilience is the armor of the spirit!
How many times have you been rolling with someone, felt like giving up, but didn’t? And how many times did you feel like giving up, and you did give up (tapped out), shook hands, restarted, and went all over again?…
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The Importance of Reflecting in Jiu-Jitsu
Lately, I’ve really been enjoying writing these posts for you guys, and what I’ve been enjoying the most is the fact that it’s really forcing me to reflect on a lot of Jiu-Jitsu concepts. While reflecting, I start to understand each…
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For some reason, this grip is LEGAL! So let’s use it!
Do you use this grip on the pants?
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This was one of my favorite ways to pull half guard, and I loved it because I had nothing to lose. If the double leg worked, great—I would score the takedown; but if the double leg failed, that was fine too because I would end up with him in my half guard. Have you tried it…
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Sundays on the mat… Now with family, work, and being at a different stage in life, weekends have become my favorite time to train. Instead of spending weekends drinking and eating cheat meals, I use them to catch up on my training, health, and workouts—and it feels great.
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The most accurate word in Jiu-Jitsu
I have a friend who also practices Jiu Jitsu (Tobi Pearce) who once taught me a business concept that I quickly realized also applies to Jiu Jitsu. He asked, ‘What is the most accurate word in business?’ and answered, ‘Depends.’ What is the…
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How to always break your opponent’s posture on the mount… I learned this detail from the legend Gordon Ryan!
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Check it out this half guard sweep with Arther Zuka. He uses his legs on a very different way…
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As a Blue Belt, I almost quit Jiu-Jitsu. Have you ever almost quit?
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This is one of my main details from the knee shield half guard. I love how simple yet effective it is. Have you used it before? I mean making that collar grip really, really deep…
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I once taught a seminar, and at the end, a student approached me and said, ‘Bernardo, your game is great for the older guys.’ Initially, I thought he was joking and wasn’t sure how to respond. But then he explained, ‘It’s great because most older people I know play half guard…
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3 things I would have done differently if I were starting Jiu-Jitsu today:
1.I would have gone straight to the school of my first instructor, Ricardo Marques. I almost started training at a school where I probably would have quit Jiu-Jitsu after 2 or 3 months. I was lucky that…
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Always a huge honor to have the Polish legend, Adam Wardzinski, here with us. In my opinion, he has one of the most beautiful Jiu-Jitsu styles in the current gi competition scene. He probably also has the best butterfly game in the current gi competition scene… Thanks for…
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Exactly 10 years ago, we launched our first Jiu Jitsu website. Back then, it wasn’t even BJJFanatics yet; it was BJJSuperDeals. And here we are, 10 years later…
Celebrate it together with us at
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I learned this detail from the great John Danaher and it will change the way you do Rear Naked Chokes 🙂
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Khabib Nurmagomedov Teaches His Secret Technique - How To "Smesh" - For The First Time Ever
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Have you seen the KendallCana with Kendall Rousing before?
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When Lovato did this move on me, my forehead hit the mat pretty hard hahah I have to improve my uke skills hahaha
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My philosophy on ‘fighting off the mat’:
We’re all fighters, right? I love fighting/competing on the mat (academy) and in tournaments, but I don’t enjoy fighting outside those environments. So here’s my philosophy on handling confrontations off the mat, whether it’s on the…
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In my opinion this is the easiest takedown to use against someone who has standing background… Thoughts?
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For all the BJJ dads out there, is there anything better than bedtime? I love it! Tonight, we even did some BJJ on the mattress! Hehe Kayra Gracie Faria, Black Belt World Champion in 2021 haha. Jokes aside, it will be her choice. We wont be the parents who force her into anything
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Have you ever seen the Snake Grip from closed guard? The legend Rafael Lovato developed this move and it really works!!!
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Pan Ams week, so here’s my TBT to when I won my third Open Class Title at the Pan Ams.If I’m not mistaken, nobody has ever won the Pan Ams Open Class 3x. While I know many people have broken way more important records, like Worlds, ADCC…I’m still proud of the history Ive written
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I love this side control submission… Triangle choke from side control…
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Girls Dominating in the Jiu-Jitsu Kids Class
This week, our kids' class at the academy had more girls than boys. How cool is that?
I'm a huge advocate for girls practicing Jiu-Jitsu. In my humble opinion, every girl on the planet should aim to reach at least a Blue Belt in…
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What is the best pre-training supplement for Jiu Jitsu?
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Have you ever had elbow arthroscopy before? The picture below is what came out from my surgery two years ago on my right elbow.
I decided to share this again because I often receive messages or get asked in person whether it’s worth undergoing this surgery. So, here’s my…
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This is the best ground and pound that I have ever seen. Thanks Rafael Lovato for sharing it…
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What is the best way to learn Jiu-Jitsu?
This is a topic I have reflected on a lot. The reality is that it comes down to personal preferences, but let me explain…
Every time I think about the best way to learn Jiu-Jitsu, I start by dividing it into two parts: how you acquire…
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Jacob Couch and Heath Pedigo in the house today filming their new instructional video - Heel Hooks For Everyone
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A back step half guard sweep I had never seen before… This a classic example of why I love so much what I do. I truly believe everyone has something to teach us and here is me learning a new technique from Arther (Zuka BJJ). Have you seen this move before?
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100% OFF One Of My Instructional Videos At BJJFanatics - Use Code: FARIAFREE21
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Peruvian Choke with Japanese Necktie Option with Alex Humen
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In my opinion this is the most painful position in Jiu Jitsu. Do you agree?
The famous “Spread The Chicken” hahaha
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Today, 73 people were on the mat for my seminar at Alliance Greenville, in Greenville, SC. Thanks Rafael Rosendo for putting it together.
A lot of people from different teams, different flags, and many who even drove long distances to be here - I appreciate you all ❤️❤️❤️
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We are donating $25,000 & Starting A BJJFanatics Fund To Help The BJJ School Owners
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I normally give give give, but once in a while I ask too hahaha, hope you guys dont get mad that I ask too… hahaha Jokes aside, one of my best selling instructional videos - “Battle Tested Half Guard” is on daily deal today with 50% OFF but only until tonight 12:00 - check it…
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How To Pass Anyone's Guard In Jiu Jitsu No Gi by Marcelo Garcia
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I still have nightmares when I remember competing against Rodolfo Vieira…
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Understanding How The Berimbolo Was First Used In Competition Back In 2005 by Samuel Braga
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My throat hurts after filming with Pedro Marinho hahaha
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Arm Drag to Take ANYONE'S Back by Giancarlo Bodoni
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WE JUST GOT A $50,000 DONATION TO OUR BJJ FANATICS FUND!
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My instructional video - Escapes From Everywhere is on daily deal today with 50% OFF. I recorded this instructional a few weeks after winning the double gold in the Worlds 2015. Everything you learn there is 100% tested and proved hehe
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Felipe Pena Talks About IBJJF Worlds 2021, Gi Retirement, MMA And Much More
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First, who is Kendall in the video? She and her system look very similar. It took me a few seconds to figure out who was who, haha.
Below are 3 wrestling takedowns that every Jiu Jitsu practitioner should know with Kendall Reusing
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What To Do When You Can’t Train Jiu Jitsu (Coronavirus) by John Danaher
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Harnessing Fear: Lessons from the Boxing Legend Teddy Atlas
I love what we do with BJJFanatics because it gives me the chance to interact with and learn from best coaches and athletes in the world.
A valuable lesson I’ve learned, which also applies to life, came from the…
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The Benefits That Jiu Jitsu Brings To A Rock Star: Maynard James Keenan. Its so cool that many celebrities are practicing Jiu Jitsu nowadays, it’s great for our sport :)
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Today (SUNDAY) I trained Jiu Jitsu in the morning on the open mat. Out of curiosity, do you train on Sundays?
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The Nastiest Way To Open The Closed Guard (Neck Lock) by Josh Barnett
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How to Take The Back by ADCC Champion GIANCARLO BODONI
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Roger Gracie’s Favorite Side Control
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From 0 to 100 Jiu Jitsu Guard Passing Concept by Felipe Pena
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The One Thing That Every Wrestler Should Know Going To Jiu Jitsu by Gordon Ryan and J'den Cox
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Me newest instructional video “How To Kill The Half Guard Encyclopedia” is on daily deal today and tomorrow with 50% OFF, hope you guys enjoy it :)
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Heel Hook Escape by Gordon Ryan
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World’s Black Belt Finals: I competed in 13 different IBJJF Worlds Black Belt Gi Finals from blue belt to Black Belt. I won 5, closed out 1, and lost 7. I actually lost more than I won, but Im just as proud of my…
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The Coolest Jiu Jitsu Technique I Learned From Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida
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200k Subscribers On My Youtube Channel! THANKS SO MUCH!
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Body Triangle Escape By GIANCARLO BODONI
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Learn The Perfect Cross Collar Choke From Closed Guard by Henry Akins
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