If you’re considering BJJ, or you’ve already begun, you may be wondering whether competing in tournaments is an essential part of the BJJ experience. Maybe you wonder if it’s mandatory to have competed for a promotion to a black belt. The short answers are no, you don’t have to compete, and no, it’s not required […]
Plug any age into that title – five, seven, nine, twelve – and the answer will be the same. In most cases, starting a child age five and older in BJJ is a good move. Here’s how to know if your six year old is ready for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. is it too physical? Kids naturally resort […]
The Reno BJJ scene got a little kick in the pants last week with the Fight to Win Pro 60 at the Grand Sierra Resort. It was an amazing event with lots of talented athletes (ahem, our own Coach Andrew won his match by toe hold), and it got more than a few people interested […]
Starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an exciting, potentially nerve-wracking experience. But that’s just because trying anything new and different is often a little intimidating. If you’ve done your homework to find the right BJJ school for you, then you’ve probably already settled on a place that suits your personality and schedule. Nice work! Now that […]
Martial arts is often touted as a wonderful activity for children. And it’s true. But within that world are multiple disciplines, and striking arts are included. To ensure safety, these forms of martial arts may be excessively watered down. And for some kids, that’s just plain boring. Enter Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Here are four reasons […]
If you’re like a lot of people, with a new year comes resolutions. Usually, these resolutions are vague and focus on desired outcomes – being happier, being fitter, losing weight, or the self-improvement catch-all – with no thought given to the planning or strategy needed to help you reach those outcomes. Good news. Training BJJ […]
When a woman is considering starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, she’s bound to hear that it’s a great way to “learn how to defend yourself.” Sure, that’s true, but there’s so much more to it than just self defense. Here are three great reasons that women benefit from BJJ. size doesn’t matter One of the most satisfying aspects of […]
If you’ve ever secretly found yourself thinking about starting Brazilian jiu jitsu, but worry that you aren’t fit enough, fast enough, or anything enough, this post is for you. It was Dave Camarillo who said, “Train with everyone,” and that’s exactly what we do here at the Guerrilla school at Freestyle Martial Arts in Reno. We […]
We all have our strengths, and sometimes athleticism just isn’t one of them. Still, physical activity is important for everyone, and that’s particularly true for adolescents (especially in this digital world). Kids who lack an athletic side may miss out on the benefits sports can bring, like physical health, team camaraderie and improved self-confidence. And in […]
You’ve finally pulled the trigger on Brazilian jiu jitsu, and your very first class is today. That’s awesome! Hopefully, you read our post about what to do before your first class, and you’ve already toured the facility and sat in on a class or two. You’ve met the instructors and you’re ready to get started. But maybe […]