The Professional Grappling Federation (PGF) continued its 2026 qualifying run this past weekend with the Philadelphia Phenoms Qualifier, and the event delivered exactly what PGF has become known for: fast finishes, relentless pace, and athletes willing to hunt submissions at all costs. For fans of modern No-Gi Jiu Jitsu — especially those who follow submission-only formats — this qualifier was more than just another regional event. It was a direct preview of the talent pool e

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has evolved dramatically over the last decade — not just in competition, but in how people learn. While traditional instruction relied heavily on memorizing techniques step by step, many modern academies are now adopting e cological and constraints-led approaches that better reflect how humans actually learn movement. This shift isn’t about trends. It’s about results, retention, and real understanding. What Is Ecological (Constraints-Led) Jiu Jitsu Trainin

For years, the standard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy followed a simple formula: show up, train hard, shake hands, leave. That model worked — when people had more time, fewer options, and less isolation. But today, the most successful Jiu Jitsu academies aren’t just places to train.They’re communities, and that shift is reshaping the future of BJJ. The Decline of the “Train and Leave” Academy Traditional gyms focus almost exclusively on mat time. While training quality still ma

Yes—Ecological Jiu Jitsu is one of the most effective ways for beginners to start Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, especially for people who want to learn faster, feel less overwhelmed, and actually understand what’s happening during live training. At The Jiu Jitsu Lounge in Ridgewood, Queens, beginners are taught using the Constraint-Led Approach (CLA)—a modern, evidence-based coaching system designed around how humans naturally learn skills. The Jiu Jitsu Lounge is one of the only Braz