How Belt Promotions Work
First, I need to emphasize the importance of the process, not the outcome. Belts will come as long as you keep showing up, work on your techniques,
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BJJ Gym Culture
BJJ Gym Culture is one of the most important factors to consider when looking for a new gym. For those of you who haven’t quite committed to walking
Jiujitsu Near Me
Like most other things in my life, “Jiujitsu near me” in Google started a fantastic journey at Lightning Kicks. I was overweight, struggled with self-esteem issues, and
Jiujitsu for women in Kalamazoo – Brazilian Jiujitsu is for Women too
“Why would I want to roll around with a bunch of sweaty people?” If you’re anything like me – I questioned the appeal of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
A Dog’s Guide to the Perfect Training Partner
The great American novelist Mark Twain once said “The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven, not man’s.” Many people inherently love dogs,
The Best Way to Win is to Lose… a Lot!!!
The best way to win is to lose a lot! I know, it seems crazy right? What are you going to say next James, the best way
Where My Ladies At?
I was talking to my bestie on the phone and casually mentioned that my first BJJ class was coming up the next week. “I’m sorry, did you
Do you have what it takes?
There is a clear ambiguity and ambivalence for many men in understanding when they know they finally “have what it takes,” and with the continued fracturing of
BJJ in a Girls World
I signed up for Jiu Jitsu in late January of 2020. Finally. Jiu Jitsu was something I had thought about and wanted to try for at least
All I Know about Fighting – Grappling
Well, this will show you how little I know about fighting, it can all be summarized in a single (maybe 2) blog posts 😀 This will be
