Question of the week. How Importantly do you feel it is to stay healthy and physically strong to continue your jujitsu journey? I personally feel you have to maintain good health overall mentally and physically in order to progress. What are your thoughts??
April 27, 2025
Kids Program Curriculum - 4/27/25
Welcome to a New Week in the Kids Program!
Each week in our Kids Program, we're building confidence, discipline, and focus as we dive into new techniques and skills on the mats. From mastering fundamental movements to developing more advanced concepts, every class is designed to help our young athletes grow both in Jiu Jitsu and in life. We’re all about learning, teamwork, and, of course, having fun along the way! Get ready for an exciting week of training and improvement!
Little Kids:
Week 11
Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu
Kids All Levels:
Week 11
Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu
Kids Intermediate:
Week 5
Takedown: Drop Seoi-nage
Side Control Escape (single leg)
Kimura Lock from Side Control
Kids Advanced:
Week 5
Takedown: Hip Toss
Back Control Attacks
Kids Striking:
Week 11: Explosive Striking
Boxing: Numbers 1-5 (full punch series)
Kickboxing: Jumping bicycle round kicks
Combo: Dekkers Combination with round kick finisher
Mat Chat: There’s No Failure, Only Feedback. "Mistakes help me grow. Failure is feedback!"
Mat Chat: There’s No Failure, Only Feedback. "Mistakes help me grow. Failure is feedback!"
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
None 😊
April 27, 2025
Adult Program Curriculum - 4/27/25
Welcome to a New Week in the Adult Program!
Each week, we’re building skills and exploring techniques designed to deepen your understanding and elevate your practice on the mats. From refining foundational movements to mastering advanced concepts, our focus is on cultivating confidence, control, and creativity in every position. Get ready to train hard, support your teammates, and push yourself as we dive into another week of growth and discovery!
* One Stipe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes
**** Four Stripes
Adult Gi Fundamentals:
B (Mon-Wed)
A (Thurs-Sat)
Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 26:
Continued Leg Attacks
Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 26:
Continued Leg Attacks
Adult Gi Advanced:
De La Riva Final Review and Trouble Shooting
NoGi Advanced:
Pin Escapes - Half Guard
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
April 25, 2025
The DLR X Sweeps series by Professor Russell Usauskas offers a comprehensive exploration of the De La Riva (DLR) guard transitions into X-guard, a pivotal concept. This series emphasizes the fluidity between guards, showcasing how to effectively off-balance opponents and create sweeping opportunities. By integrating the DLR hook with X-guard entries, practitioners can disrupt their opponent’s base, leading to successful sweeps and positional advancements. Professor Russ’s instruction delves into the mechanics of grip control, hip movement, and timing, ensuring that students grasp the nuances of each transition.
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
April 22, 2025
What class would you create?
If you made a class, what would it be? What would the objective be? Who would want to go?
I think a “Combat Jiujitsu” class would be pretty cool. When you introduce the open palm strikes, you really have to focus on control and positioning before you can think about submissions. A wise man once told me, “if you’re doing jiujitsu correctly, your opponent won’t be able to strike you.” I also like the old school vibe of “You can’t do anything I don’t let you.” Plus it seems to be pretty traditional. I’ve heard stories of dojo storming in the old days where they would make the blue belt control the challenger and submit them by slaps because you had to pay for lessons to witness the submissions.
What class would you want to attend
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
April 20, 2025
What do you like about your favorite training partners? What makes them your favorite?
April 20, 2025
Kids Program Curriculum - 4/20/25
Welcome to a New Week in the Kids Program!
Each week in our Kids Program, we're building confidence, discipline, and focus as we dive into new techniques and skills on the mats. From mastering fundamental movements to developing more advanced concepts, every class is designed to help our young athletes grow both in Jiu Jitsu and in life. We’re all about learning, teamwork, and, of course, having fun along the way! Get ready for an exciting week of training and improvement!
Little Kids:
Week 10
Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History
Kids All Levels:
Week 10
Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History
Kids Intermediate:
Week 4
Osoto-gari
Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near)
Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (far)
Kids Advanced:
Week 4
Takedown: Ankle Picks
S-Mount Attacks
Kids Striking:
KIDS STRIKING - Week 11: Explosive Striking
Boxing: Numbers 1-5 (full punch series)
Kickboxing: Jumping bicycle round kicks
Combo: Dekkers Combination with round kick finisher
Mat Chat: There’s No Failure, Only Feedback. "Mistakes help me grow. Failure is feedback!"
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
None 😊
April 20, 2025
Adult Program Curriculum - 4/20/25
Welcome to a New Week in the Adult Program!
Each week, we’re building skills and exploring techniques designed to deepen your understanding and elevate your practice on the mats. From refining foundational movements to mastering advanced concepts, our focus is on cultivating confidence, control, and creativity in every position. Get ready to train hard, support your teammates, and push yourself as we dive into another week of growth and discovery!
* One Stipe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes
**** Four Stripes
Adult Gi Fundamentals:
B (Mon-Wed)
A (Thurs-Sat)
Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 24:
Leg Locks
Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 24:
Leg Locks
Adult Gi Advanced:
De la riva Review & Wrap-up
NoGi Advanced:
Bottom Half Guard
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
🥋UPCOMING HENRY AKINS SEMINAR
When: APRIL 25TH
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
April 13, 2025
Time for the question of the week! Do you have a game plan for your training sessions? For me more recently I’ve been finding myself working on certain positions that I’m trying to get better at so I will put myself in those positions as much as possible during rounds. How do you plan your training sessions? Let me know below!
April 13, 2025
Kids Program Curriculum - 4/13/25
Welcome to a New Week in the Kids Program!
Each week in our Kids Program, we're building confidence, discipline, and focus as we dive into new techniques and skills on the mats. From mastering fundamental movements to developing more advanced concepts, every class is designed to help our young athletes grow both in Jiu Jitsu and in life. We’re all about learning, teamwork, and, of course, having fun along the way! Get ready for an exciting week of training and improvement!
Little Kids:
Week 9
Mat Chat: Weaknesses
Kids All Levels:
Week 9
Mat Chat: Weaknesses
Kids Intermediate:
Week 3
Standing Guillotine Escape
Standing Guillotine Choke
Kids Advanced:
Week 3
Takedown: Ouchi Gari
S-Mount Escapes
Kids Striking:
Kids Striking - Week 10: Single Punch Series & Numbers with Round Kicks
Boxing: The single punch series – rapid-fire accuracy
Kickboxing: Numbers with round kicks (mixing levels)
Combo: Dekkers Combination with spinning kick finisher
Mat Chat: The Problem Isn’t the Problem: "My thoughts shape my feelings. I choose strong thoughts."
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
None 😊