I had the opportunity to chat with Byron on the BJJ Brick Podcast. This was a fun interview with very insightful questions on my experiences in jiujitsu. The host, Byron, has a very passionate investment[…]
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Tag: brazilian jiujitsu
Mat Mind 096 Learn the trends don’t follow the trend
In developing your jiujitsu, it’s important to remember that you have to be honest and true to your practice. This can be taken in many different directions, but here I want to talk about the[…]
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IBJJF SF Open Reflection: Working as a referee
I’ve been on the injury list so I had to take a step back from training and competing for the IBJJF SF Open. It’s always a learning experience for me when I work as a[…]
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Training Tips: Drilling for repetition or drilling for quality
When you drill there are two distinct ways to drill. 1: PRECISION 2: REPETITION There is a mix of both involved, but it’s good to emphasize one or the other and know what it is[…]
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Fight to win pro coming back to Sacramento
The Fight to Win pro submission only jiujitsu event is coming back to Sacramento in 2018! The show is an exciting display of submission only jiujitsu in the Gi and NoGi. It’s also the only[…]
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Mat Mind 089 Learning and teaching the art of jiujitsu with Van Do
On Monday and Tuesday we had a visitor from Auckland, New Zealand drop in for a class. Professor Van Do is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt who is one of the coaches at Auckland[…]
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The three R’s of progress and improvement
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an interesting blend of learning and training. Students can go online and login to a training website to study movements and techniques. Students can also watch jiujitsu on flograppling, youtube and[…]
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Seminar in Oakland at Guardian Gym
I’m looking forward to visiting the Guardian Gym in Oakland, CA next weekend. I will be teaching a seminar that is entirely donation based and free for those that are under 18, with a focus[…]
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ADCC Championships Reflection
I had two matches at 2017 ADCC Finland. Lost them both. One to Lovato jr. & another to Aly. In reflecting on the weekend, I walked away with some important insights. 1) Embracing my style[…]
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5 Grappling Pro Invitational
I’m beyond excited to compete in the 5 Super League this weekend in San Diego, CA. The 8 man bracket includes, Tarsis Humphreys, Ezra Lenon, Joao Assis, Nick Schrock, Leandro Lo, Tanner Rice, Lucas Barbosa,[…]
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