The success of any person or team is always amazing to watch. Â The struggles along the way certainly add to the meaning of the entire process, but then again I guess that is why people like to say “that it is the journey and not the destination that counts!” Â So whether you are getting ready Continue Reading
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CURRICULUM: WEEK OF JUNE 22nd
Making mistakes is part of the learning process. Especially when you start Jiu-Jitsu, the movements feel awkward, the techniques are foreign, and the objectives of each position are unclear. As you gain familiarity and experience with the curriculum, you will begin to gain an understanding of what Jiu-Jitsu is. In order to learn, mistakes will Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF JUNE 15th
Our goal is always to become better every day we train. If you’ve seen a certain lesson several times, each subsequent time should help refine your knowledge and reactions until you flow like water. The first time you do a technique feels awkward and robotic, but as you grow, the movements will become natural and Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF JUNE 8th
When first learning arithmetic, we are taught 2+2=4. Mimicking the techniques from class without understanding their concepts is like answering “4” for every equation without learning to solve the problem. Each time you come to class, your knowledge of the concepts should grow until eventually you can find solutions independently. The lesson plans are your Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF JUNE 1st
One of the most incredible aspects of Jiu-Jitsu is having a community of people who come together in order to become better every day. CTA headquarters in San Jose California has champions, athletes and some amazing CTA coaches! Most will only see the result at “any given tournament or competition” without realizing the hard work Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF FEBRUARY 8TH
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 Continue Reading
