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,
GET UP
And there I found myself watching the sun dive into the lake, staring into the beauty of the moment, befuddled as to why my finances and sanity
Death of the Toxic Man is the Birth of the Hero
Who is the toxic man if it is not the untested man? Indeed, it is the man who can feel the tug of the heroic deep within
Facing Our Fears Together
I know what you’re thinking. “This place is full of meatheads and bullies, those with a penchant for hurting other people.” The truth is, that is what
Fighting Mental Health Part 3
“Breathe, Tanner, breathe!” I remember it like it was yesterday. It was a little light sparring and I still really didn’t know what I was doing. “Don’t
Follow Through
“Man, he would’ve been so good!” This is something I’ve told Amir so many times in regards to the countless young men (and women) who have graced
