by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Nov 1, 2015 | Blog, Karate Glossary, Karate Glossary "G"
What Does Gi Mean? Gi gi \gē\ noun Definition: The name for the traditional karate uniform. It has a similar origin to the judogi, the judo uniform, but the Gi is made from much lighter material. It is important to purchase a high-quality Gi, because an...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 11, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Martial Arts History, Martial Arts Moves
Gi chokes are effective on even the best martial artists, but newcomers to the world of Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu often perform their chokes using the wrong technique. Two Gi Choke Tips 1. Avoid a Shallow Grip If you have a shallow grip on your opponent’s gi lapels,...
