Don’t miss out on the Buy One Get One Sale on all FUJI Sports NOGI Shorts

As the interest continues to grow in the NOGI Grappling space, the team here at FUJI Sports has made a continued effort to provide several reliable and dependable shorts dedicated to NOGI Grappling. If you’re a fan of NOGI Grappling, you won’t want to miss out on our Buy One Short Get One Short Free going on now!

Training in FUJI NOGI Shorts is a must for grapplers. Standard training shorts just don’t hold up to the wear and tear of grappling. It’s important to make sure you get proper fitting shorts not only for comfort but for safety. Training with too loose or too long shorts can lead into feet or toes getting caught or tangled in the fabric. You never want to train in shorts with pockets as well for the same reason. Investing in a pair of NOGI Shorts is your best bet to having a hassle free workout!

FUJI Sports NOGI Grappling Shorts

FUJI Sports currently offers three separate types of shorts specific for NOGI Grappling (with a fourth coming soon) Each style of NOGI Grappling Shorts has their own features and benefits!

FUJI Baseline Fight Shorts feature a simple and elegant design that will match any gear combo. They also feature an inside drawstring and velcro waistband for a secure fit. The gusset of the short features a 4 way stretch material to help with mobility while your training. 

FUJI Lightweight Shorts come in several artistic designs such as the Fighting Spirit, High Impact, Full Throttle, and many more as well. What makes the lightweight shorts special is its lightweight and elastic waistband! They feature an ultra-lightweight 4-way stretch performance fabric. The Lightweight Shorts are perfect for customizing with your club's logos!

FUJI Ultimate Grappling Shorts have a 2-in-1 design with a soft yet durable outer short and a stretchy under-layer for support and comfort that moves with you. These shorts feature the same ultra-lightweight 4-way stretch performance fabric as the FUJI Lightweight Shorts that allows you to move freely and confidently on the mat!

FUJI Flex Shorts (Coming soon!)

Not sure what the right pair is for you? Grab a pair of each! With our Buy one Short Get One Short Free special going on now you can’t go wrong. 

FUJI Sports is a team of Olympic and World medalists level grapplers who are dedicated to providing the best NOGI Grappling Shorts on the market! Remember to check out our Buy One Short Get One Short Free Sale before it’s too late!

FUJI SEKAI 2.0 BJJ Is The #1 Rated Competition BJJ Gi

Competition BJJ Gis are sold by almost every brand. But what sets a competition BJJ gi apart from the standard jiu jitsu gi? The SEKAI 2.0 BJJ Gi was designed to give competitors an edge against their opponents. FUJI Sports is a company run by grapplers with a staff of Olympic and World medalist who work with key athletes in jiu jitsu to design the best jiu jitsu gis on the market. The SEKAI 2.0 was designed to help give competitors an advantage while competing for a world title or athletes trying to win their first event. 

• a tapered cut for jiu-jitsu
•  triple reinforced rip stop pants with a bungee drawstring
•  a 450g pearl weave lightweight jacket with a stiff collar that has extra rows of stitching making it rugged and hard-to-grip
• A lightweight design to help athletes make weight

Climb to the top of the podium in your next jiu-jitsu competition wearing the SEKAI 2.0 Competition BJJ Gi from FUJI Sports. SEKAI is the Japanese word for “World” and this gi is the choice of World Champion Xande Ribeiro. 

The SEKAI 2.0 Competition BJJ Gi is available in the classic gi colors of white, blue, and black. These are all approved by the IBJJF for competition and have been worn by some of the best in the world. 

Due to its growing popularity we have decided to give the SEKAI 2.0 Competition BJJ Gi a makeover. It now comes in non IBJJF approved colors such as military green, light gray, and navy. 

If you are an avid BJJ practitioner we would recommend that you have a competition BJJ gi in your rotation of gis. That way you can get a feel during your training sessions for the key differences we mentioned and how you can use them to your advantage!

Say hello to Michael Trasso! He is the owner and operator of Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling located in Glen Rock, NJ. If you're near Glen Rock and you’re looking for world class instruction and training, then make sure you go meet Michael and his team at Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling. 

Trasso has over 20 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling. Trasso has won medals at some of the most prestigious Jiu Jitsu events in the world. Including a bronze medal finish at the 2021 IBJJF Pan American Championships (NOGI). He was also ranked as high as #9 in the Nation while wrestling for Rhode Island College, a D3 school located in Providence, RI. 

Trasso has been a longtime customer of FUJI Sports and FUJI Mats. We’re proud to have helped Michael bring his dream of being an academy owner to life.

Trasso opened up an amazing facility with the help from the FUJI Mats team. His facility is the epitome of professionalism. Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling was designed to give students the best experience possible; from a premium mat system on the floor, to the uniforms on their backs, Michael’s customers get the very best. 

Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling Features: 

• 62 Pro Tatami Grey FUJI Mats for optimal performance and a traditional feel
• 1,350ft2 Sub-Mat underlayment for added impact absorption
• 100ft of FUJI Mat Frame Kits for an elegant accent while keeping mats pinned snugly in place
• 1 Custom Pole Pad fit to a support column
• 130+ feet of Wall Pads adding protection and full functionality to the mat space
• Pre-Fabricated Wall Pads for windows, doors, and bumpouts for a truly custom fit
• 27 Custom Logo Pads for one of a kind branding and marketing 
• FUJI Installation Service to ensure the best fit and function was achieved

FUJI Mats always goes above and beyond to help academy owners set up a dream facility. They know owners like Michael Trasso spend years dreaming up their academy. FUJI Mats is there to bring it to life and help execute the finer details with industry leading expertise. The FUJI Mats team knows that extra effort is needed to get premium results. 

Each Academy comes with its own challenges which is why FUJI Mats customizes every facility. Their unique service helps academy owners achieve the best possible installation of their product. So if you’re not familiar with tools, or don’t enjoy DIY projects, let a FUJI Mats Specialist know and they can send a trained Installation Team to your business so you know the job is done right. 

Trasso reached out to FUJI Custom before he opened so they could get his academy outfitted with a fully branded line of products for the Trasso Academy Pro Shop. Trasso sells his own fully customized FUJI gear at his academy, driving up his ROI and increasing his revenue per student.

While custom gear is nice, the true benefit that Trasso gets from giving a fully custom experience is the community that comes with it! Nothing is better than repping your team's fresh custom gear and feeling like a part of something bigger than yourself. 

Trasso chose to use a few of the FUJI Custom items to outfit his academy with: 

• FUJI Custom Rashguards
• FUJI Custom Shorts
• FUJI Custom BJJ Gi

However, there are even more items that you can customize. Academy owners can choose any item on the FUJI website, and decorate it for their academy.

It’s simple. If you have a logo, just send it over to our staff at custom@fujisports.com and our Custom Experts will take care of everything you need to create bespoke branded equipment. Our team is here to make custom gear easy and profitable for academies of every size.

Have questions? Please email us at wholesale@fujisports.com for a complimentary consultation and a free gift for new business accounts.

In the Third Coast Grappling 5 main event, William Tackett defeated Fellipe Andrew via heel hook. Before the submission though, William executed a beautiful duck under from his opponent's wrist control tie to bring the fight to the ground. Michael breaks down how William's duck under differs from episode 55's duck under, what changes are needed if you don't have control of your opponent's upper body (collar tie, elbow tie, etc), and how Fellipe's thumb down grip gave William the extra room he needed to disappear to the back.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

This past April, 10th Planet's PJ Barch was crowned the 170 lbs champion at the Emerald City Invitational. Michael breaks down PJ's slick duck under and also demonstrates how you can turn your opponent's collar tie into your elbow tie.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Transitioning to a single leg takedown from the Russian tie requires an effective set up. Michael breaks down Brett Pharr's Russian tie single leg entry from the 2020 RTC cup and also shares a slightly different variation. Lastly, Michael demonstrates a technique he calls the "shovel step" which off-balances your opponent, forcing their hands towards the mat and exposing their back.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Using the kimura trap to defend the single leg takedown is very common in Jiu Jitsu, but sometimes your opponent's hands will separate, their arm will straighten, and you lose the leverage on the kimura. Michael demonstrates how he uses this to his advantage to take his opponent's back either from the feet or the mat. Lastly, strategy wise, Michael gives a specific example on when the kimura throw-by might be a better option then the kimura trap.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Sprawling on your opponent’s shot is a great start to defending their takedown, but sometimes it’s hard to completely peel them off your leg! Michael demonstrates a solid single leg defense that breaks your opponent’s base, prevents them from recovering, forces them into an uncomfortable contortion, and frees your leg from their grasp.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

This past July, Nicky Ryan went head-to-head with fellow ADCC veteran, Dante Leon. Nicky put on a wresting clinic both from his feet as well as wrestling up from the bottom position. Michael breaks down Nicky Ryan's arm pop double leg takedown and explains the benefits of Nicky's "S-Grip" in Jiu Jitsu. Finally, Michael highlights key details behind Nicky's body lock pass that secured him a five point lead.

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Third Coast Grappling 6 - Manuel Ribamar proved that the basics still work even at the highest level! Michael breaks down Ribamar’s Single Leg Run the Pipe finish but here’s the catch, his opponent brings his leg to the outside. When your opponent’s leg comes to the outside, it can open up a flying leg triangle choke and make running the pipe very challenging. Michael demonstrates how Ribamar's small-angle change neutralizes the situation and scores himself two points.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Australia’s deadliest mammal, Craig Jones, displayed some of his wrestling skills against Atos’ Tye Ruotolo in FloGrappling’s WNO event in June. Michael breaks down Craig’s Russian Tie Uchi Mata that he used to take the fight to the ground. Rather throwing Tye with the Uchi Mata, he used it to off-balance him, preventing Tye from circling away as Craig slipped around to his back.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Michael breaks down Maggie's seamless double leg takedown from the 2021 IBJFF No Gi Pan Ams. Michael highlights the outer leg hook (kosoto gake) that she uses to finish the takedown and transition right into side control. He also explains when it is appropriate to use the kosoto gake finish and why it puts you in an advantageous spot to pass the guard quickly.

*FYI - Kosoto Gake means "minor outer hook" in Judo. The title reads "(Leg Hook)" as this is easier for our viewers to understand and recognize right off the bat.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Mica Galvão's performance at the 2021 IBJJF No Gi Pan Ams was beyond dominant. Michael breaks down Mica's Kouchi Gari Single Leg combo that he used multiple times in that tournament on his way to capture the gold medal. Michael first demonstrates one variation of the Kouchi Gari and then discusses the adjustments that Mica made. He also shows how you can use the Kouchi Gari as a set up to transition right into a single leg.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Michael breaks down one of his favorite takedowns - the flip grip ankle pick. This variation is executed at a specific angle that provides your arm more extension than normal as well as a quick retraction. This can be used to score an immediate takedown or if your opponent keeps their balance, it can be used to transition into a single leg.

Michael breaks down how Giancarlo Bodoni strategically escaped a deep high single leg when he faced Arnaldo Maidana at the 2020 IBJJF No Gi Pan Ams. Michael focuses on how Giancarlo created the proper angle to slip his foot out rather relying on pure power and “sweat factor” to forcibly rip it out.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

Taking your opponent down while simultaneously clearing their legs before any guard is established is a perfect scenario in Jiu Jitsu! Michael breaks down two different barzegar finishes from a single leg which puts you right into side control once you hit the mat. This takedown finish is executed when your opponent's leg is on the outside rather in between your legs.

Michael breaks down David Carr’s high single leg finish from his match against Jared Franek in 2021. This finish is commonly used when your opponent throws in a whizzer and their leg is on the outside and not pinched in-between your legs. Michael also demonstrates another common high single leg finish that students use but highlights the potential repercussions of using it in Jiu Jitsu.

*In Jiu Jitsu, having good posture here is essential not only to finish the takedown, but to also mitigate the risk of a flying leg triangle choke.

Michael breaks down Rafaela Guedes' snatch single leg takedown when she faced Maggie Grindatti in FloGrappling's Who's Number One event March 2021. He also shows an alternative finish that compliments the snatch single leg takedown.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

* FYI - Typically when performing the front headlock, it is best to be on your toes to generate more pressure and to be agile. This can change though in specific scenarios like setting up the guillotine or other techniques.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

The ankle pick is a highly effective takedown in both No Gi & Gi. In the Gi, the overall foundation and body mechanics of the ankle pick stay the same but now we have the option to use specific grips. Michael breaks down Fellipe Andrew’s ankle pick that was used multiple times on his path to take the gold medal at the 2020 IBJJF Pan American Championship. Michael also highlights a few specific details that will help you execute this takedown successfully and a common mistake students often make.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

FUJI Sports understands that gyms across the country have been devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic. With other industries getting relief, gyms and martial arts centers are being left behind. Join the coalition to help support gyms and martial arts centers!

A little bit about the GYMS Act:

On February 5, 2021, U.S. Reps. Mike Quigley (D-IL) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) filed the Gym Mitigation and Survival (GYMS) Act (H.R. 890) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacting health and fitness facilities around the country. Most of Congress's previous economic relief packages have either left out or not really helped the fitness industry.

If passed, the GYMS Act will create a $30 billion fund to provide grants to affected businesses in the health and fitness industry. The fund would cap initial grant amounts at 45% of the facility’s 2019 revenue—or $20 million, whichever is less. Health and fitness businesses considered severely impacted—with revenues of only 33% or less in the most recent quarter as compared to 2019—would be eligible for a supplemental grant, of up to 25% of their initial grant. The most an eligible business and its affiliates could receive is $25 million.

A few expenses the grant would cover include:

• payroll costs,
• rent or mortgage payments, including interest,
• utilities,
• interest on debt accrued before February 15, 2020,
• taxes,
• payments required for insurance on any insurance policy,
• costs required under any State, local, or Federal law or guideline related to social distancing,
• and more.

Learn more about the GYMS Act and stay up-to-date on how the efforts to pass the relief bill are going by visiting the IHRSA dashboard.

Pick up the phone, send an email or write a letter - do all three! But if we can get enough support across the country, gyms and martial arts schools can get the support they need to surive!

If every school owner & practicioner can contact their local representative(s), we can do this! Here is a pre-written draft message you can send to your students!

EMAIL / SOCIAL MEDIA MESSAGE TO SEND TO YOUR STUDENTS

This episode is a 2 for 1 deal! The first breakdown covers John Poznanski's cross ankle pick from the 2019 Super 32 Tournament. The cross pick (in this specific situation) can take your opponent by surprise as they are the aggressor initiating the takedown. In Jiu Jitsu, once the cross pick is executed you will often times find yourself in a quarter guard position where your whizzer now becomes their underhook. In the second breakdown, Michael covers a back step pass used by Roberto Jimenez at the Third Coast Grappling Kumite 5. The back step pass is an effective way to create an opening, win the pummel battle, and pass the quarter guard position.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.

2021’s NCAA Heavyweight Champion, Gable Steveson, snaps through his opponents tie-up, level changes, and hits this powerful blast double leg takedown. In Jiu Jitsu there is always the common concern of getting caught in a guillotine while attempting a takedown. The blast double is an excellent takedown to use in Jiu Jitsu because it keeps your head and neck out of the guillotine choke zone.

To learn more about The Merge, click here. 

About Michael Trasso:

Michael’s journey on the mats began in 1995, training Jiu Jitsu at just five years old. Throughout the next decade, he picked up wrestling and would become one of the world’s most accomplished adolescent Jiu Jitsu competitors. In 2008, Michael was recruited to wrestle for Rhode Island College. In 2011, Michael was nationally ranked #9 and in 2012, attained his 100th collegiate victory. In 2016, Michael began training in San Diego where he received some of his most notable awards in adult Jiu Jitsu competition to include earning his spot on FloGrappling’s “Top 20 No Gi Adult Black Belt Middleweights in the World” ranking in 2018 and 2019.