Does Winning Matter to You?

There has been a recent trend in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world of decrying Competition, both “Sport BJJ” and Mixed Martial Arts, and emphasizing “self-defense” for Jiu-Jitsu.  Our BJJ is for self-defense is an excuse used by academies that...

What Does It Take to Be a Good Instructor

A lot of people believe – in error – that teaching a good class is all that is necessary to develop good guys. This has forced people to take 2 common shortcuts. 1.  I’m good so what I teach is obviously working (false assumption: everyone learns...
Coach Tim Invited To Black Belt Grand Prix!

Coach Tim Invited To Black Belt Grand Prix!

Coach Timmy has been invited to compete in Copa Podio, a grand prix style tournament featuring some of the toughest black belts in the world. Tim will be competing against black belt world champions, as well as the top prospects for the coming world championships.  ...