Andrew demonstrates some classic attacks from closed guard. The Closed Guard is one of the most important positions when playing off of your back. It is also often times the first kind of guard Jiu Jitsu practitioners learn. It’s ability to nullify guard passing with good posture contol makes it a very good position to […]
The Rebelz Crew visits one of the coolest jiu jitsu gyms in Sweden. The SPR Athlete Factory facilities are unlike anything I’ve ever seen before. With one location in Östermalm and the other in Södermalm, we get a glimpse of two gyms, sculpted from the same vision. Both locations have the same premium feel and […]
In this entry I commentate on some short rounds I had with the Rebelz crew. We live and breathe Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. A full day of work at isn’t complete unless we get to train and roll with each other. The big boss is out with a shoulder injury, but you best believe Daniel will […]
In this video, Andrew follows Jimmy to check out his favorite products from last year. Products Featured Hyperfly Grappling Shorts Icon Black/Gold Scramble Rashguard Base Woodland Camo Scramble Spats Base Woodland Camo King Of The Roll Board Game
The perfect gi doesn’t exist, but the perfect gi for you does. For many people who start training BJJ many things feel awkward. The positions are uncomfortable and at times really strange. You don’t quite have the understanding and control of your body needed to do a lot of the moves, and everything feels even […]
Andrew discusses what he thinks are the most important things to consider when looking for a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school!
Creator’s Note My name is Andrew Laxa. I am a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo Black Belt based out of Uppsala, Sweden. I am also the Head Coach at Laxa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy in Uppsala, as well as the Social Media Manager and Head Content Creator for Rebelz. Passion is what drives me. It […]
Rebelz Ultimate BJJ Gi-Ratgeber Here you will find tips and advice regarding sizes, materials, care taking and washing instructions for BJJ Gi’s. A BJJ Gi is a uniform used when training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. BJJ Gi is also known as BJJ kimono. SizesThe first thing that differs from regular garments is the names of the sizes. […]
Rebelz Ultimate No-Gi Ratgeber The term No-Gi means that you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu without the traditional gi/kimono. Instead you train in rashguard, shorts and/or spats. RashguardRashguard or rash guard is compression shirt, either long sleeve or short sleeve. The fit of the rashguard is often very slim, most rashguards are supposed to be like a […]
Rebelz Ultimate No-Gi Guide The term No-Gi means that you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu without the traditional gi/kimono. Instead you train in rashguard, shorts and/or spats. RashguardRashguard or rash guard is compression shirt, either long sleeve or short sleeve. The fit of the rashguard is often very slim, most rashguards are supposed to be like a […]