We’re incredibly excited to announce that João Ricardo Martins will be joining us at Otomi Martial Arts this June! João is a dedicated and passionate martial artist whose journey began on the tatami at just 5 years old. Starting with judo and soon after discovering his true calling in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, João has spent nearly Continue Reading
A Well-Earned Milestone: Congratulations Coach Larry Choi on Your First Stripe as a Purple Belt!
At Otomi Martial Arts/Caio Terra BJJ, we believe that the journey of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is as much about character as it is about technique—and few embody that spirit more than Coach Larry Choi. We are incredibly proud to announce that Coach Larry has received his first stripe on his purple belt, a well-deserved recognition of Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF MAY 25th
This week the most prestigious tournament of the year begins, the IBJJF World Championships. Every year, Professor Caio leads a team of competitors at the most prestigious event in Jiu-Jitsu. Professor Caio won 12 world championships between gi and nogi, now dedicating himself to building his team and guiding a new generation of champions. We Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF MAY 18th
When you begin learning Jiu-Jitsu, many students find they have an incredible sense of motivation due to the excitement of learning a new skill. This initial boost feels incredibly rewarding and pushes many to embrace their training journey. Over time, though, this motivation will fade, and the highs and lows of training set in, and Continue Reading
Larry Choi Takes Gold at IBJJF Denver International Open
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from the competition mats—congratulations to Larry Choi on earning gold in the Purple Belt, Light Featherweight, Master 3 Gi Division at the IBJJF Denver International Open on May 10th! The IBJJF Open events are known for attracting elite athletes from across the country, making the level of competition Continue Reading
BJJ Seminar Recap: A Special Night with Gabriel Marangoni
On May 9th, we had the incredible privilege of hosting a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu seminar with our dear friend and Caio Terra Association teammate, Gabriel Marangoni, visiting us all the way from Salt Lake City, Utah. Gabriel brought with him not only his deep technical knowledge but also his contagious energy and passion for the Continue Reading
