Stoic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Beginner Fundamentals First When practicing Brazilian jiu-jitsu and progressing through the weeks, months, and years of training, it can be easy to get caught up in wanting to do the more advanced, cool-looking moves seen on Instagram or YouTube. The greatest fighters in the world do them, so they must work, right? […]
The Value of Review Belt testing and promotion day is coming up on at Stoic BJJ on Saturday, July 30. That means it’s time to review what has been taught and refresh on what basic movements and techniques are necessary to advance to the next level. Reviewing older techniques can be vital to your progression, […]
In the phrase “Practice Makes _________,” most people fill in the blank with “Perfect.” However, at Stoic BJJ, and in just about every other area of life, the more accurate word is “Patterns.” Just because you practice something 100 times does not automatically mean you have that skill mastered. If you practiced 100 times the […]
White Belt Guide: 10 Tips for the Beginning of your Jiu Jitsu Journey Find a good gym Even if you are already at a gym, the first step is to ensure you are somewhere best suited for you. Without a supportive gym behind you, it will be difficult to implement any of the following practices. […]
At Stoic BJJ, we aim to teach and instill 12 life skills within each of our members, both kids and adults. For the month of June, we focus on COURAGE. Courage is the ability to do something that frightens you, or the strength you may have in the face of pain, grief or intimidation. Courage […]
Though Brazilian jiu jitsu is a well-rounded workout of its own, it is also important to incorporate other exercises and physical activity into your life outside of BJJ to reap the most benefits for your health and fitness journey. These workouts don’t require you to get a gym membership or start training at CrossFit 287 […]
Legendary Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA master Rickson Gracie released the riveting, insightful memoir – “Breathe” – last year, weaving together the story of his career within the larger history and intricacies of the Gracie family dynasty. He explains how Brazilian jiu jitsu came to be and how he and his brothers were raised by […]