February 3, 2024
The better your opponent the more important your second, third or fourth move becomes
The better your opponent the more important your second, third or fourth move becomes:…
January 18, 2024
Gold Coast Queensland Australia
Gold Coast Queensland Australia - I’m having a blast here in Australia catching up with…
December 13, 2023
Pressure over time conquers all
Pressure over time conquers all: When I first met Nicholas Meregali I was immediately…
December 6, 2023
Every time you go into a move it’s a chance to learn a little more about it
Every time you go into a move it’s a chance to learn a little more about it: Most people…
September 18, 2023
Gaining prior advantage
Gaining prior advantage: Jiu jitsu is founded upon the principle of advantage - WHENEVER…
September 8, 2023
The first battle is always inside your own mind
The first battle is always inside your own mind: Whenever we are in a critical situation,…
August 20, 2023
Daniel Manasoiu wins ADCC Open in Vancouver
Daniel Manasoiu wins ADCC Open in Vancouver: Big Dan continued his impressive run at the…
July 5, 2023
Once a move is properly set – NOW it’s time to use your strength!
Once a move is properly set - NOW it’s time to use your strength! People often talk about…
April 9, 2023
The power of strangles
The power of strangles: There is no more certain method ending a match or indeed, a…
December 29, 2022
Raising the revs
Raising the revs: Any time you enter into a scramble with an opponent and neither of you…
October 30, 2022
Your two biggest positional goals – the back and the mount
Your two biggest positional goals - the back and the mount: When you first begin Jiu…
May 13, 2022
Doubling your chances
Doubling your chances: For every ten times you try to sweep someone your own size and…
November 2, 2021
New Wave Half Guard
New Wave Half Guard: I am very pleased to announce the release today of my latest…
November 28, 2017
Going old school – California style
Going old school - California style: When Gordon Ryan defeated Ralek Gracie at the…
November 23, 2017
Next stop California
Next stop California: The squad heads to LA - big Gordon Ryan discovers he is no longer…