In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, breaking your opponent’s grips from guard is crucial for maintaining control and launching effective attacks. Strong grips allow your opponent to dictate movement, set up passes, and secure submissions, making it essential to strip their control before advancing your own game. By proactively breaking grips—whether using two-on-one grip breaks, circling your hand […]
Academy News
Belt Promotions Winter 2025
Belt promotions are always a special time at our academy, marking our students’ hard work, dedication, and progress. Last night, we held our second belt promotion ceremony in Palo Alto, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible turnout. It wasn’t just about the students earning new belts—it was about the team coming together, […]
CURRICULUM, WEEK OF FEBRUARY 9th
Escaping bad positions—whether it’s side control, back control, or mount—requires time, practice, and the right technique. One of the most overlooked yet crucial aspects of defense is proper framing. Strong frames not only conserve energy but also disrupt your opponent’s attacks, prevent them from advancing, and create opportunities to regain positional control. Mastering framing can […]
CURRICULUM, WEEK OF FEBRUARY 2nd
The hardest part of training Jiu Jitsu is starting, in fact many students say they were thinking about trying it for years before finally coming in. Once they take a class, everyone says the same thing, “I wish I would have started sooner”. While it is intimidating to start a new journey, you will forever […]
CAIO TERRA ACADEMY PALO ALTO 2025
As 2025 begins, we start a new chapter in Palo Alto. Bruno Ueda will be taking over as the gym manager starting in February! Bruno has been teaching most of the classes for a while, and now we have expanded his role! Congrats, Bruno—well deserved! Toto will be the primary youth instructor for the kids, […]
CURRICULUM, WEEK OF JANUARY 26th
Sunday February 2nd we will have our Caio Terra Academy HQ Promotion Ceremony in San Jose. Professor Caio works hard to design the curriculum so you have a clear path to understand the fundamental movements and positions of Jiu Jitsu. As you progress in belt level, new challenges will present themselves. The promotion ceremony is […]
