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    What is 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a grappling martial art that focuses on overcoming opponents through submission techniques such as joint locks and chokes. The art uses the precise technique, leverage, and economy of motion to defeat opponents without the use of strikes. Practitioners of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu wear a uniform called a Gi which is used to hold on to, control, and in some cases, submit to your opponent.


10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu is a unique style of grappling created by Eddie Bravo that focuses solely on No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The style is easily transferable to MMA, submission grappling, and other combat sports where a Gi is not worn.10th Planet is a clinch-based system that allows students to develop various clinches to control their opponents as there are no collars or sleeves to hold on to. This clinching style separates 10th Planet from other jiu-jitsu styles as it allows students to avoid getting hit with punches on the bottom, while at the same time, attacking their opponent with non-stop submission attempts.


The 10th Planet system is constantly evolving and has seen success at the highest levels of MMA and submission grappling competitions. 10th Planet is known for developing many unorthodox and highly effective positions such as the Rubber Guard, the lockdown half guard, and the Truck/Twister submission. The style continues to gain popularity due to its open mindset and willingness to evolve to adapt the latest and best grappling concepts constantly.

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Ben Gardner is the owner and grappling coach for Dokkodo Martial Arts/10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Bath, NY.  Ben is a lifelong martial artist and started wrestling at the young age of 4.  He went on to study various traditional martial arts such as aiki-jujutsu, jujutsu, and karate – eventually earning a 2nd degree black belt in karate.  In 2011, Ben began training at 10th Planet Rochester and was immediately hooked.  He competed in various tournaments throughout NY state and the northeast, having success and winning various competitions at different levels along the way.  In 2021 Ben received his Black Belt from Chris Herzog in 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu.

To ensure he keeps growing as a martial artist, Ben continues to train regularly under Chris Herzog and also trains in Boxing.  Ben continues to love martial arts and is committed to giving back to students of all backgrounds by teaching and instilling his passion for jiu-jitsu in them.

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