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Hello, friends! Today I break my long and unfortunate silence to report that I received my blue belt last Saturday. It was a surprise and an honor to be promoted by two inspirational coaches whom I deeply respect and love. Receiving this blue belt represents everything I’ve been through in the 15 months since I started my BJJ journey: Depression, anxiety, panic, pain, injury, surgery, fear, doubt, ego, and failure… I am grateful for the instruction of my coaches Mayko Araujo and Karen Antunes, and humbled by their belief in me.
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I think this was the first New Year’s Day where my mind isn’t full of things I want to do differently. 2015 was a tough year in every way, but it was also an important and honest one. So instead of trying to quick-fix imaginary problems and pretend like an arbitrary resolution is the answer to anything, I’m just recommitting to continue doing all the hard, exhausting things that made me grow in 2015. Keep kicking ass in school because there’s no point in paying for anything other than straight A’s. Keep managing all the weird money pits and confusing responsibilities of adulting. Keep training at the Cellar because it’s incredibly rewarding to see my body and brain work together in ways that I never thought were possible for me. Keep getting smarter, faster, stronger, and happier. And maybe take more naps.
The first two days found me in a deeply restorative Yin yoga class and the first BJJ team session of the year. I hope that the beginning of my 2016 will carry through to every day that follows.
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THANK YOU CLARK GREGG!!!
Stephan Kesting interviews Kurt Osiander, a BJJ black belt under Ralph Gracie. They discuss old school Ralph Gracie training tactics, the attributes that make a champion, gi vs no gi training for MMA, whether anyone can become a black belt, and much more.
(viahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3F11mqkvWHE)
Original picture from Viking Wong instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/vikingwongbjj/
Original post:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BIP69meBL_d/
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Dillon Danis training with Conor McGregor in Dublin ahead of the Irishman’s rematch with Nate Diaz.
Taken from Dillon’s Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/dillondanis/
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Clay Guida on Father’s Day at GB San Antonio.
Taken from Clay’s instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/clayguida/
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Garry “The Lion Killer” Tonon X Rousimar Palhares. Photo by @fairertimes:
https://www.instagram.com/fairertimes/
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A few days ago I was invited by the local ADCC federation to their championship to make a highlight video for them. Here it is! Check it out! Pictures coming soon.
ADCC Moldova Open Championship 2016 Highlights
©2013 ADCC Moldova http://www.adcc.md/
Just uploaded this new version of shaka to our Redbubble shop. T-shirts, phone cases, stickers, posters and other great stuff is available here:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/bjjsom/shop
Easy to order + worldwide shipping.
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Just added this new design to our online store. Check it out here:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/bjjsom
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“I’ve been training Jiujutsu for more than half my life, and I have never rolled in a gi. When I started, all of my training was geared toward Vale Tudo, NHB, Cage fighting… The term MMA wasn’t even used at the time. So we didn’t train in the gi. I know there’s a bunch of opinions out there for and against training in a gi for MMA. But for a number of reasons, I decided to get outside of my comfort zone, start as a white belt and get friendly with the gi. I got manhandled my first day, and probably will continue to get my ass kicked, but that’s ok, that’s how you grow. We cannot be afraid to fail. When setting goals, reach farther than you can actually grasp. And if you fall, grit your teeth, re focus your intention and try again. I’ll keep you guys posted on my progress”, - Carlos Condit
Photo credit: Will Fox
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Here are some good news! I have updated our online shop with this new design! T-shirts, posters, stickers, iphone cases and other cool stuff is available here:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/bjjsom/
Check it out!
Stay true! Jiu-jitsu before dishonor!
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Relive the action from Polaris 3 and get a quick glimpse into what happens behind the scenes.
Some words of wisdom by Renzo Gracie. Click to enlarge.
“You know, it’s like an American Express card; you should never leave home without it! “ - Renzo Gracie.
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What the Samurai did with their swords, we do with our hands. - Helio Gracie
Another great video by Jiujiteiro, which features footage from the 2016 Pan American Jiu-jitsu event.
