Don’t switch off, everything is important.
Over the years one of the things that has confused me most about students when they come to class is the way they approach different parts of the class. Students … Continued
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A thought for those starting their BJJ journey next year
A though for those starting their BJJ journey – A competitor’s BJJ journey is long and tough. Those on the journey will be moulded by their experiences, remember you are … Continued
Why Anderson Silva’s return is a good thing?
This week see’s Anderson Silva returning to action. He is of one of MMA’s best, as well as being a hero to many of the public who just watch sport for … Continued
What your child learns from their role models
With Blonde hair and cheeky grin, my children resembled me from day one (lack of hair I think). But it wasn’t until they were 2 years old that I truly … Continued
Women in Jiu-Jitsu
I started thinking the other day about who women in jiu-jitsu want to train with? My first thought was that they want to train with other women, and then I … Continued
Will the Brazilian’s domination ever end?
Another Worlds goes by with out a non Brazilian getting to stand on the top of a podium. In fact the Brazilian’s domination started at the very first Worlds held in … Continued
Why Trial and error is important in Jiu-Jitsu.
Whenever anybody learns something new in Jiu-Jitsu or anywhere else for that matter, whether it be a concept or a drill/specific technique etc. they take on board the information and … Continued
Why schools must celebrate good Defence
I have come to realise that there is a very common mistake repeating itself over and over again in schools around the world. We continually high-five, back slap and celebrate … Continued
Please don’t be embarrassed, it’s normal.
First of all I would just like to establish something that any of us parents or teachers will know all to well, children often have four seasons in one day … Continued
Why Labelling Things Is Stupid
Why Labelling Things Is Stupid? Gracie Jiu Jitsu or Brazilian Jiu jitsu? Self Defence or Sport? Helio Gracie or Carlos Gracie Jnr? For a while now there has been an … Continued
Well done Germany! Be careful who you congratulate.
Recently I have been thinking a lot about why we seem to live our lives concentrating on the highlight reel moments and Germany is a great example of this. We … Continued
Paying the Price
In Jiu Jitsu I am constantly asked questions by students that basically relate to improving their Jiu JItsu at a faster rate. My answer is always YOU MUST PAY THE … Continued