 One technique that is becoming more and more prevalent in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitions from students that train at Team DNA BJJ in Whitby is the Osoto Gari to armbar combination. This is one of my Professor Dainis' favorite techniques that he is well known for.
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We have all heard the phrase "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard" but what does this really mean? Let me tell you a story about a kid who is the epitome of this phrase and defied the odds through his work ethic and determination.
The concept of having direction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu(BJJ) is very important for a variety of different reasons. Setting goals gives us direction by acting like an internal GPS that is letting us know which way we need to go to achieve our desired goals/reach our destination. Without goals or direction, even though we may seemingly be traveling quickly - it could unknowingly be in the wrong direction!
 Photo credit: The Gentle Art @thegentleartfightphoto www.thegentleart.ca I have implemented many different approaches for teaching kids Martial Arts but have only found one approach that has worked well for all kids across the board. That approach is encouraging them to have a growth mindset.
 For those that train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, we all know that trying to take down an experienced opponent can be a very tiring and gruesome affair - from fighting for grips to being sprawled on. Enter: Okuri Ashi Harai which translates to Double Foot Sweep. 1. Confidence through effective self-defense
The importance of being able to defend themself is the greatest tool a young child can have to raise their confidence. Bullys will never go away but through training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu(BJJ), we can give children the skills and confidence they need to effectively protect themselves and others. |
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