How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Can Help You Control Your Ego As human beings, we all have an ego. It’s a natural part of who we are, and it can be a useful tool for achieving our goals and asserting ourselves in the world. However, when left unchecked, our ego can also be a hindrance, causing us… Read more »
Keeping Kids Motivated for Martial Arts
Keeping Kids Motivated for Martial Arts Martial arts is a great way for children to stay active, build confidence, and develop discipline. However, it can be challenging for parents to keep their kids motivated to stick with it over the long term. Here are some tips to help parents keep their children engaged and… Read more »
How to be a Good Muay Thai Pad Holder / Training Partner
An Essential Skill Being a good partner in Muay Thai is crucial for both your development and your training partner’s growth. Muay Thai is a combat sport that requires discipline, hard work, and dedication to achieve proficiency. Safety: Muay Thai can be dangerous if not practiced with care and attention. As a good partner, it is… Read more »
The Importance of Shadow Boxing
Why Shadowbox? Shadowboxing is a great way to improve your boxing skills, build endurance, and boost your confidence. It’s a training method that involves throwing punches and combinations without a partner or bag to hit. Instead, you’re throwing punches into the air, with the goal of refining your technique, footwork, and movements. Shadowboxing allows you… Read more »
Dealing with Adversity – Using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu On & Off the Mat
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that emphasizes ground fighting and grappling techniques. Originating from Japan, it was developed and refined in Brazil by the Gracie family in the early 20th century. BJJ has become increasingly popular around the world and is known for its effectiveness in self-defense and as a competitive sport. However,… Read more »
Why Competing Brazilian Jiu-jitsu will Improve Your Skillset
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling martial art that has gained popularity around the world in recent years. It is a complex art that requires both physical and mental skills to excel. Competing in BJJ can help improve your skillset in several ways, including physical fitness, mental toughness, problem-solving skills, and strategic thinking. Physical Fitness:… Read more »
Developing Better Focus with Our Children
As children grow and develop, one of the most important skills they need to learn is how to focus. Focus is critical for success in school, in sports, and in life. However, with so many distractions around us, it can be difficult for children to stay focused on a task for an extended period of… Read more »
5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Jiu-jitsu Performance on the Mat with Visualization
Whether you practice Brazilian Jiu-jitsu for fun or for competition it is important to always be looking for ways to improve your game. All successful competitive athletes use visualization to improve their performance. Here in this blog, you will learn some simple ways to apply visualization strategies that will help you get more out of… Read more »