How to Build a BJJ Academy That Actually Makes Money — Lessons from 30 Years on the Mat
Competing at world level is hard. Running a successful BJJ business while competing is harder. Rodrigo Antunes shares the business principles — and the mistakes — that shaped his career as an athlete, professor, and entrepreneur.
Heel Hook Entry from Closed Guard: The Setup Most Competitors Miss
The leg lock game starts way before the finish. Black Belt 6th Degree Rodrigo Antunes walks through his favorite heel hook entry from closed guard — the same setup behind his 44-win season in 2022.
The Best Guard for BJJ Masters Competitors
Most BJJ competitors slow down after 35. Guard players don’t have to. In this post, Rodrigo Antunes — 4x World Champion and 2024’s #1 ranked Masters competitor — breaks down which guard systems hold up as you age and why flexibility beats athleticism at the Masters level.