The Chewjitsu Podcast 7 BJJ Commandments To Train Safe & Improve Your Submissions (Episode 397)
Jan 12, 2026
The hosts delve into the 7 commandments of safe BJJ training. They stress the importance of treating training as low-stakes to minimize injuries. Communicating with partners is vital for refining techniques and ensuring mutual safety. They caution against training with 'submission eaters' who refuse to tap and highlight the need for a quick 'kill switch' in techniques. Tapping early for longevity is encouraged, and they emphasize the golden rule: treat your partners as you'd want to be treated. Consistency and deliberate practice are key to jiu-jitsu progress.
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Practice Is Not A Prize
- Remember that none of this matters: treat training as practice, not life-or-death competition.
- Tap early in training and avoid risking long-term injury for short-term pride.
Catch Fast, Finish Slow
- Catch submissions quickly but finish them slowly to demonstrate control and protect partners.
- Hold controlled pressure long enough for an obvious tap rather than ripping to win in training.
Talk Through Submissions
- Communicate with your training partner about what they feel when a submission isn't working.
- Use immediate feedback to refine technique rather than squeezing harder and risking injury.
