Earning Your Respect, One Class at a Time As we return to the mats after Spring Break, there’s a renewed energy in the air—fresh goals, fresh perspectives, and a chance to reset. It’s the perfect moment to reflect on a powerful reminder from Seneca: “You will earn the respect of all men if you begin Continue Reading
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CURRICULUM: WEEK OF MARCH 8th
Learning Jiu-Jitsu is a process of understanding movement. To watch an instructor do a technique and then copy their movements is mimicking rather than understanding. Drilling with proper resistance from your partner, asking the instructor why we do things the way they are in the curriculum, and having the patience to practice a position many Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF MARCH 1ST
When you begin training in Jiu-Jitsu, it feels as though you are climbing a mountain. While it is challenging, every class reveals new concepts that help you improve exponentially. Learning to frame, move your hips, and break posture all help you feel a sense of accomplishment in your ability to understand. As we continue our Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF JULY 07th
We’re kicking off another exciting week on the mats here at Otomi Martial Arts! This week, our youth students ages 7–12 will dive into Lesson Plan Two — a fresh and engaging curriculum designed to help them build skill, confidence, and a love for Jiu-Jitsu. We’re also thrilled to cheer on our incredible team of Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF JUNE 29th
Getting promoted with stripes or a new belt is an important indicator of our progress through Jiu-Jitsu. Often, people think that reaching the rank of black belt means you’ve finally done it, and your training is complete. While receiving a black belt is a rewarding accomplishment, it is only another step taken on a lifelong Continue Reading
CURRICULUM: WEEK OF APRIL 13th
Someone new to combat sports might watch professional Jiu-Jitsu or mixed martial arts and assume that an athlete stands alone against his opponent. While this is true during a fight, every martial artist is part of a larger organization of training partners and coaches contributing to each other’s success. Whether in class, competing at a Continue Reading
