I 100% agree with the other guys. The sport aspect of Jiu-Jitsu makes sitting and pulling guard very appealing. In addition, I do believe that, in general, many people simply don’t want to spend a significant amount of time training stand-up.

Robert Drysdale actually talked about this the last time he was here. When you watch the lighter weight divisions, guard pulling is extremely common because of the dynamics of controlling and attacking from the guard.

However, when you look at the heavier divisions, the dynamics change significantly. Passing, weight distribution, and utilizing gravity become much more important. There is a greater emphasis on controlling the opponent through pressure, positioning, and the effective use of body weight.

I think that difference in dynamics is one of the most interesting aspects of how Jiu-Jitsu evolves across different weight classes.

Adult Jiu Jitsu will be full of Kimura Locks, see you guys are 7pm

Passing system in the Interm class this week

That’s a good one 

Keep your friends close but your elbow closer!!! 

We are starting 6week Half Guard block in the Interm class. Lots of details and lots of drilling. Join me. 

For the past few weeks, we’ve been focused on developing strong top control in our Intermediate classes. This week, we’re taking the next step.

We’ll be building complete top dominance by progressing to high mount, isolating the arms, eliminating escape options, establishing overwhelming control, and finishing with a submission.

The goal isn’t just to submit your opponent. It’s to make them carry your pressure, take away their choices, and create a position where the submission becomes inevitable.

Don’t miss this class. Be there.

Great week ahead 

I instinctively look for under-hooks every time someone hugs me 😆

Many of you already know how my journey into Jiu Jitsu began. It wasn’t my idea. I wasn’t looking to learn a martial art, and I certainly wasn’t trying to lose weight.

My best friend, who was also my boss at the time, kept encouraging me to give it a try. I finally agreed, almost against my own will, and from the very first class, I was completely hooked.

Twenty six years later, I wouldn’t change a single thing. That one decision shaped my life in ways I could have never imagined, and I’m grateful every day that I stepped onto the mats.