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This week we have a new instructor stepping into the Nogi program! You may have met coach Kaniela at one of the Monday evening Nogi classes and now he will be running the program through the week. Each instructor teaches differently but all are students of Professor Caio and teach his curriculum. Lets go CTA! […]

We hope everyone had a great 4th of July last week. If you took some time off to travel or attend parties, we have you covered! The curriculum schedule always loops back around so if you miss a class you will have an opportunity to see it again.  Lessons are repeated over time so the […]

Summer is officially here and we have an incredible week of events to start it off! Sunday June 23rd at 10am we will have a seminar with Caio Terra black belt and Asian and European Champion, Kristina Barlaan! The seminar is $50 and will be at CTA Headquarters in San Jose. After the seminar at […]

When we are learning techniques in Jiu-Jitsu, we use the term “drilling” when practicing the move. This term is often misunderstood as simply a matter of repetition and not resistance. When you are drilling it is incredibly important that your partner is resisting realistically so that you can use the technique properly when full resistance […]

We have some exciting events coming up to kick off summer! Sunday, June 23rd Kristina Barlaan, one of Professor Caio’s black belts and instructors will be visiting Headquarters in San Jose to teach a seminar. Registration can be found on the HQ Website under the NEWS section. Following the seminar we will have the Headquarters […]

This week we are coming off one of the most exciting weekends of the year for fans of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, the IBJJF World Championships. Professor Caio initially left his mark on the sport as a competitor and champion, now he coaches his students through the most difficult and prestigious tournament in the world. Whether […]