I think BJJ has become more connected to wrestling, with more attention to takedowns, hand fighting, and defending leg attacks. The game also seems more systematic: people are chaining positions and attacks instead of relying on one move.

For me, the biggest change is that I’m trying to control the roll instead of rushing to the next technique. I’m paying more attention to posture, grips, balance, pressure, and making my opponent react. I’m trying to be patient, use less energy, and let the next attack come from the position I’ve earned.

For myself any Gordon Ryan matches. Not so much for submissions but his takedowns and passing.

It’s a combination of all the above, so instructional whether that’s live or video. To slow rolling and drilling lead to live rolls is where it’s at for me.

I agree with Gary. Jiu Jitsu really starts on the mat. So why wait for the inevitable. However it may not be as realistic as a street fight however that’s why we are on the mat.

I kept getting triangles. So I had plenty of practice being caught in them but had a difficult time getting out. It was when a BB taught me to drive the knee to the mat and sprawl did it become empowering, to be able to counter. 

Alright I missed this one. But man am I happy I watched it on ROL TV. And I took notes. I know what I’m practicing on Sundays. 

The arm bar and North south for me. I believe mobility and concept were large issues. Gaining flexibility gave me the understanding that yes a body does not have to topple over. The arm bar led to north south.

Brazil and Hener Gracie. The power of constructing a system for all offenses and counters. 

Getting on my elbow and scissoring my legs to get out of bed was the first thing. Had a hard time. And getting down to the floor to work on something or getting up using my tactical stand up to base. Oh and my stamina for tough things has improved.