Competition is important in all sports but the ruleset of Jiu-Jitsu assigns points for achieving positions that would benefit you in self-defense. Jiu-Jitsu is Jiu-Jitsu whether you’re training to defend yourself or to win tournaments. If you’re interested in the sport application of Jiu-Jitsu, the IBJJF San Jose Open is quickly approaching! This is a […]

At its core, Jiu-Jitsu is a combat sport and always has a risk of injury. Luckily, this risk of injury is very low when training since our instructors are always watching to make sure no-one is unintentionally harmed while practicing. When drilling and live training with our teammates we let go of submissions as soon […]

Starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is compared to a toddler learning to walk. At first you will learn to stand, then take little steps and eventually be able to run. As you build your skill with the movement and technique your confidence will carry you on to new challenges. This process of learning starts with Professor […]

Another week of training is here! Each week we study a new part of the curriculum that guides students through their training journey. Our goal is to teach the movement of Jiu Jitsu while becoming familiar with some of the most important positions. Whether you’re new to Jiu Jitsu or have been training for years, […]

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 […]