March 25, 2024
Once you get some form of advantage it’s time to hustle!
Once you get some form of advantage it’s time to hustle! Opportunities don’t come very…
March 13, 2024
The earlier you start, the better you do
The earlier you start, the better you do: So often we approach lackadaisically toward an…
February 11, 2024
Movement
Movement: The number one detractor of movement quality is EXCESS TENSION. You definitely…
January 7, 2024
Stay in the game
Stay in the game: There are few routes as frustrating as combat sports. Everything you do…
December 19, 2023
Distinguished guests
Distinguished guests: One of the great pleasures of teaching Jiu jitsu is having…
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 11, 2023
Precision
Precision: The more precise you are with your mechanics the more effective your moves…
September 8, 2023
Surprise
Surprise: of all the elements that can make for a successful entry into a move - surprise…
July 1, 2023
A path in the wilderness
A path in the wilderness: Jiu jitsu sparring can seem like a confusing mess as you get…
June 11, 2023
Strive for precision in drilling
Strive for precision in drilling - you’ll never be able to fully replicate that level of…
May 24, 2023
Your face tells the story
Your face tells the story: When you engage in sparring it’s good to stay as relaxed as…
May 22, 2023
Relax into your moves
Relax into your moves: When you’re learning a move it’s natural to want to try your best…
May 15, 2023
Following movement
Following movement: Most of the time when we drill submission moves it’s done in a rather…
Training: Principles, Development, Mentality,Mental Skills & Development
April 4, 2023
One move – many applications
One move - many applications: I would rather a student was familiar with ten variations…
November 2, 2021
New Wave Half Guard
New Wave Half Guard: I am very pleased to announce the release today of my latest…
October 21, 2021
The pressure of the first mistake
The pressure of the first mistake: Gordon had a fascinating exhibition match last night…
July 19, 2018
Sparring with a purpose
Sparring with a purpose: The vast majority of jiu jitsu athletes enter every sparring…
Training: Principles, Development, Mentality,Mental Skills & Development
July 15, 2018
Getting ready
Getting ready: Garry Tonon goes through another sparring session in preparation for his…
May 16, 2018
Experimenting
Experimenting: The single greatest means of creating innovation and positive change in…
Training: Principles, Development, Mentality,Mental Skills & Development
February 21, 2018
Divide and conquer
Divide and conquer: When practicing jiu jiu jitsu, ACTIVELY SEEK TO DIVIDE YOUR…