Ears burned red

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The ladies had some words for me at last weeks women’s class.  I had them do a series of takedowns and while they had a blast the after effects were not so pleasing.  Most complained of being so sore they were certain that my ears burned red from their comments about me making them do … Read more

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How do YOU teach jiu jitsu??

first takedown

Women’s class is coming along fairly well in terms of improvement in teaching, students progressing, Had to teach class entirely bymyself and I think I stressed about it entirely too much. This past friday was Shannon’s son birthday so I taught the Women’s Class by myself and we had a blast.  Usually Shannon leads the … Read more

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Tennessee State Jiu Jitsu Championships….second time’s the charm??

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This past weekend I ventured 4 hrs to the Tennessee State BJJ championships in Knoxville, tn for some matches and to gauge my progress on the mat. Shannon and I rode with our coach Josh and of course my auto anxiety was put to the test but we got to “bond” as well.  We get to the tournament, … Read more

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“I got a Gi, I got a Gi..Hey Hey Hey Hey”

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So Monday night I couldn’t train due to work but I did come home to a great gift, that only few can appreciate. I got a new gi!!! Courtesy of one of my favorite people in my life.  What’s even better is not only does it actually fit me (ass and all lol) it’s kickass with … Read more

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“There will be no crying on the mat…”

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 I woke up this morning stiff, bruised, and downright exhausted.  I’m still mentally beat up from last night but another day another dollar (right? lol). In light of last nights events I will be doing some solo yoga this morning.  Oh but here’s a brief recap of the events that started out great…just as they … Read more

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