I can share 2 things I have in store for 2025. 

First, I make it a goal to hit a different gym each year. Finding a new gym to visit will be on the list.

Second, I'm making purposeful studying off the mats more of a priority. This will help with both teaching and my own knowledge base. I'm starting with a small weekly goal for targeted watching of YouTube, instructionals, ROLtv, or other sources. 

Advanced gi is continuing our lasso block. Last week we introduced the idea of a deep vs shallow lasso and a basic sweep. 

Let build on our partners reactions and add in some more sweeping options. 

I feel like I've had a few different ones. There are 2 that really stick out. 

The first one was watching blue belts as a very new white belt. They took a much more calm an calculated approach. This is when I knew early on the importance of staying calm. Plus it I noticed how they conserved energy.

I very much remember "aha" moment number 2. I was rolling with a brown belt at the time named Henry. He was using his feet as a second set of hands. That's when I realized how much of a game changer this could be. 

First advanced gi class of the year i plan to really rope everyone in as we start lasso guard 😂This will be a good topic for advanced gi, as lasso is a very gi heavy position and we have spent a lot of time working techniques that can be gi or no gi. 

Never tried lasso? This is going to be the perfect opportunity!

I also always love when Adam visits. 

I have a hard time picking between 3 things as they are all great. Receiving my black belt was huge one that goes without saying. Getting to take over the advance gi class with the freedom to design the curriculum has been a fun challenge.

I attended the kids graduation event this year too. Hands down one of the most positive and encouraging events you could be part of!

No advanced gi class due to the holiday, but lets see if we can pack the mat again for open mat!!

Some fun ideas planned for 2025 for advance gi!

No advanced gi this week with the holiday, but open mat on 12/24 is the perfect time to try out those saddle skills!

Having trouble with something we did? Maybe you'll see me at the Christmas Eve open mat and can ask!