Doctors Call Bradley Wilson A Miracle

Here's an article on Spencer County Martial Arts' own Bradley Wilson. A hero, fighter and the toughest young man you'll ever meet.

http://www.southeastchristian.org/outlook/story.aspx?id=2230

Renzo dropped 14kg to fight with Hughes

From www.graciemag.com: 

Renzo dropped 14kg to fight with Hughes

Renzo Gracie was in Rio de Janeiro this week. But not to train Jiu-Jitsu, work on his boxing with his friend and coach Claudinho Coelho or do physical prep work in Rio’s nature. Renzo was invited to a wedding.

He was not just any guest. Indeed, he was the best man of his uncle George, brother of Renzo’s mother.Saturday night in family for the UFC fighter.

Among his relatives most clued in to the MMA world, the chatter was about how seriously the Jiu-Jitsu professor living in New Jersey was taking his fight against Matt Hughes.

“He lost 14kg for the fight; he’s lean” they said, impressed. In the group were black belts like Daniel Gracie, Carlos Russo, Flavio Canto, Leo Leite and Kyra Gracie. Naturally happy, Renzo drank only water.

And, of course, father to the fighter Grandmaster Carlos Robson Gracie drew everyone’s attention with his storytelling.

The attention of the guests was also drawn to the dialogue between the great master, famous for his catch phrases while presenting the TV show “Heróis do Ringue” in the late 1990s, and Olympic medalist Canto

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The Triumph of Human Intelligence Over Brute Strength...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYacMTSYC9I&feature=player_embedded

Xande Ribeiro Sweep From Class

Excellent technique and timing on this sweep from six-time world champion Xande Ribeiro. 




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqJsG8UeKKY

Rafael Lovato Jr. Blog

Check out this blog when you get a chance. Hosted by black belt Rafael Lovato Jr, the blog features some great training tips and techniques. He's an avid competitor, and there's plenty of tournament advice featured in his posts. Definitely worth a visit and a look.

http://www.lovatojr.com/

See you all on the mat -- tomorrow night!

Brian
www.spencercountymartialarts.com

Women in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

Check out this blue belt demonstration from Roy Dean Academy. The student, Caryn Ackerman, is Mr. Dean's first female to be promoted to the rank of blue belt, and deservedly so. Her crisp technique and attention to detail show a high level of proficiency with the blue belt curriculum.

In my opinion, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is the perfect system of self-defense for women. It's all leverage and technique, and Grandmaster Helio Gracie (with his 130 pound or so frame) proved time and time again that  his technique could prevail over much larger and stronger attackers. Sure, size and strength will always be factors in an altercation, but it's short-sighted to believe that those elements cannot be overcome with proper training.

Unfortunately, however, women aren't encouraged (and oftentimes are discouraged) to participate in this gentle art because of the popular "MMA-tap-or-snap," brute mentality that is being perpetuated by the mainstream media.

I can speak for our Academy in saying that all are welcome at Spencer County Martial Arts, and love to see increasing diversity on the mats. If your wife or girlfriend has any doubt about the style and if it's a right fit for her, show them this video and invite them to watch a class.

Again, big props to Ms. Ackerman on her achievement.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIhc97XjhPI&feature=player_embedded#

Gracie Insider: Technique of the Month - Armbar Finishes

Courtesy of Ryron and Rener Gracie. Try working these into your game -- very high percentage moves.

Welcome, 2010

Team:

We wanted to take an opportunity to say thank you again for your commitment to yourselves and to the Academy in 2009. The school continued to grow with newcomers who contribute to our unique atmosphere in numerous, positive ways.

Veteran students mentored every white belt and greeted everyone who stepped through our doors with a handshake and open arms. Integrity, sportsmanship and strong character are essential tenets of our students' success. We ask that the SCMA family keep to this tradition in 2010 and dedicate themselves to continuing to practice pure Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, as developed and refined by Grandmaster Helio Gracie.

We look forward to starting the new year off on a strong note tomorrow at Saturday's class. Please join us, and tell a friend to come and watch.

See you all on the mat -- and thank you once again.

Sincerely,

The SCMA Instructor Team

Jeff Glover's Travels -- Gracie Barra's Headquarters

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LY5wZCTM3IE&feature=player_embedded

Roy Dean Purple Belt Examination

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeNMd7EhB6A&feature=player_embedded