Academy News

There are many factors to consider when you decide to start your training. One of the most important is your level of participation in class. Training a couple times a week is amazing but this time has to be well spent in order to be effective. Stepping on the mat in itself does not make […]

Spring is here – warm weather and new lesson plans are on the way. We have different instructors for our classes but they all follow the curriculum and teachings of our Professor Caio Terra. Nothing is more confusing than unorganized and inconsistent learning. Luckily Professor has systemized his teaching so everyone can learn the movement […]

Learning Jiu Jitsu comes down to time on the mat and we are here to make the time both fun and rewarding! Our instructors help you succeed but “time on the mat” must be intentionally spent on learning to see growth. Drilling and asking questions will help you to grow exponentially and allow for confident […]

Our Instructors are often asked which class is the best for students to attend. The answer varies greatly depending on your schedule, experience, injuries, goals, and many other factors. In general if you are looking to focus on learning the core of Professor Caio’s curriculum, the best classes would be Intro and CT-A (Fundamentals). These […]

We all have different goals when training: to become more fit, learn self-defense, find competitive  success, or gain confidence. Some goals may seem farther off than others but the journey to where you want to be starts today. Regardless of our personal goals, we help each other achieve them as one team so you never […]

When coming to class, be prepared! Watching the technique videos before class is ideal so you are already primed to learn what the instructor will show and come up with questions in advance. Coming to class on time and early when possible is beneficial for you and your training partners. This way you see the […]