Fighting Classes – I just want to fight to defend myself. Do I even need ‘martial arts’?
An enquiry we recently received that we thought was worthy of a post. We’ve seen several reels recently showing “backyard” style fights that have reignited some of the questions that the early UFC’s answered. Is there such a thing as fighting classes for people who just want to learn how to fight? Question: I’ve seen some of […]
Beware of free trials – yes we do offer free trials, but all of them should come with a warning
It may seem contradictory to warn potential members about free trials, whilst also offering them.
How BJJ is Like Human Chess and Why Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk Love It
If you are looking for a martial art that challenges your mind and body, look no further than Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). BJJ is a self-defence martial art and combat sport based on grappling, ground fighting, and submission holds. It is also known as the gentle art because it allows a smaller, weaker person to successfully defend themselves […]
Muay Thai, Kickboxing & Striking in New Braunfels
Is Boxing/ Thai Boxing the right Martial Art for You? If you’re thinking about doing Kickboxing and Boxing, I applaud you. I think these are great martial arts, very alive. I have a lot of practical value if you’re trying to, let’s say transition or move into MMA. The only thing I will say about […]
Comal County Jiu Jitsu
It’s a shame to see that Comal Jiu Jitsu has closed. I’m not of the mind that it is a good thing when jiu jitsu gyms close in my community. I don’t think of other jiu jitsu gyms in my community as competitors, I think of them as simply people who love jiu jitsu & people who are […]
BJJ for Multiple Opponents, Knives, or Guns.
“Yeah Jiu-Jitsu works great in a cage one-on-one but it’s not effective in an alleyway with broken glass on the pavement and multiple attackers.” A former colleague of mine said this to me after he found out that I do BJJ. I nodded thoughtfully and said, “I can’t really imagine anything other than running helping […]
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Certified Academy in New Braunfels
We are the only Rickson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Global Federation certified academy in the New Braunfels area. What that means is that our Jiu Jitsu aligns with strategies and perspective that Rickson Gracie developed for Jiu Jitsu. Now, if you’re new to Jiu Jitsu you may not know who Rickson Gracie is. When the Gracie […]
Self-Defense Classes In New Braunfels
Why Is Jiu-Jitsu superior to Self – defense If you are looking for self-defense in New Braunfels, I think you would be best served by coming to our gym and checking out our Jiu-Jitsu foundations program. If you are looking for self-defense in New Braunfels, I think you would be best served by coming to […]
Kung Fu Classes In New Braunfels
Why Is Jiu Jitsu superior to Kung Fu So, you’re looking for Kung Fu in the New Braunfels area. Well, good for you for being less of a couch potato than your fellow man and deciding to engage in a physical activity. Good for you, wanting to learn how to fight a little bit. I […]
Taekwondo Classes In New Braunfels
Why Is Jiu Jitsu superior to Taekwondo You are interested in training in Taekwondo, which is a Korean martial art and I think it’s great that you want to get off the sofa, do something physical, and if I had to guess, probably you’re interested in getting some kind of exercise that has some applicability. […]