Jiu-Jitsu originated in India more than 4000 years ago. It was created by monks who could not use weapons to defend their lives against barbarian attacks. It spread through China, and eventually took root and was built upon in Japan becoming the first martial art style. Samurai clans in Japan adopted Jiu-Jitsu as their own traditional style to defeat an opponent via striking, throwing and/or grappling. With the passing years, they split the techniques and developed other martial arts styles, such as Judo, Aikido and Karate.
Manny Gonzales was born March 31, 1989 in Fallbrook, California. In 2003, at the age of 14 he ...
Manny Gonzales was born March 31, 1989 in Fallbrook, California. In 2003, at the age of 14 he started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Gracie Barra black belt Ricardo Guimaraes in Temecula, California, instantly falling in love with the sport, he began training as often as possible, competing and doing well on the local circuit. He has over 10 years of experience teaching and training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Manny has had the privilege of training with legends of the sport such as Royler Gracie, Carlos Gracie Jr., Roberto “Gordo” Correia, Braulio Estima and others. Manny started teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the age of 16, assisting kid's and adult classes as well as continuing his own training. At the age of 17, Manny became a home school student and began to teach and train full time.
In January 2011, wanting to improve his skills in BJJ, Manny took a four month trip to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Living in Rio gave Manny the opportunity to train up to three times a day under the tutelage of world class instructors such as Roberto “Gordo” Correia, his brother Rafael “Gordinho” Correia, and Rommel Cardozo along with training partners such as Robson Gracie, Raphael Dos Anjos, and Leonardo de Sousa.
In July 2012, after almost nine years of training, Manny was promoted to the rank of black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Ricardo Guimaraes. Upon receiving his black belt, he took a teaching trip to Cairns, Australia for six months to train and teach with some friends he had met in Brazil. Manny continues to teach and train and hone his skills as a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Over the years Manny has competed in over 100 matches in BJJ in over 30 competitions including:
• American Nationals (2006 1st place, Lightweight Division)
• OTM BJJ Championships (2007 1st place Absolute Division)
• Copa Pacifica (2007 2nd place Absolute Division)
• Gracie U.S. Nationals (2008 2nd place Absolute Division)
• North American BJJ Federation (2007 3rd place Lightweight Division)
• North American BJJ Federation (2011 1st place Lightweight Division)
• Pan American Championship
• BJJ Mundials (World Championship)
Kolo is a black belt under Ralph Gracie black belt Kurt Osiander. ...
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Adults (No Gi) 6:00-7:00AM |
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Adults (Gi) 6:00-7:00AM |
Adults (Gi) 6:00-7:00AM |
Adults (Gi) 9:00-10:30AM |
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Adults (Gi) 12:00-1:30PM |
Adults (No Gi) 12:00-1:30PM |
Adults (Gi) 12:00-1:30PM |
Adults (Gi) 12:00-1:30PM |
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Kids 5:00-6:00PM |
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Juniors 6:00-7:00PM |
Women's Only (Gi) 6:00-7:00PM |
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Adults (Gi) 7:00-8:30PM |
Adults (No Gi) 7:00-8:30PM |
Adults (Gi) 7:00-8:30PM |
Adults (Gi) 7:00-8:30PM |
Adults (Gi) 7:00-8:30PM |
"It's better to die, than not train.” -Ralph Gracie
The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program is divided into two classes: Beginner class and Intermediate/Advanced class. The classes are split into two sections over a period of one hour and a half. The first section is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu technique for a period of one hour. The second section is dedicated to sparring, during which the student will be able to apply the techniques he/she has learned while grappling with a fellow student. The sparring session portion of the class is optional and is only ½ hour, but recommended for faster progress.
The focal point of the beginner class is entirely on technique. The class focuses on learning and applying fundamental techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Students practice various techniques using a traditional Gi, also known as a kimono. Students learn and practice submissions, escapes, positioning and self defense. The fundamentals class is directed not only for the beginner but also for the more advanced students to sharpen basic techniques. When a student joins the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program, he/she is monitored by the instructors and is informed when ready to advance. We require this because there are core techniques that are essential to learn before progress in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is possible. These are the techniques that are emphasized in the beginner classes.
Once the student has been invited, the student is welcome to attend both the beginner classes as well as the intermediate/advanced class. The intermediate/advanced classes will vary each night. Please check the schedule for class specifics. This class is designed for students interested in advanced techniques for competition and self-defense. Students learn and practice advanced sweeps, submissions, escapes and counters, how to reverse an attacker and how to force their opponent into submission. Detailed instruction in technique, specific drilling, and position advancement are the main focus of this class. Competition is encouraged, but not required.
The Ralph Gracie Submission Grappling Program deals with the principles of fighting in close range of the opponent. The class is based on techniques of traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the fundamental principles remain the same. Adjustments are made to compensate for the lack of a uniform to hold on to. In Submission Grappling you learn a whole new set of grips. The wrists, back of the neck, ankle, knee and elbow grips are all different than traditional Gi grips. Students learn takedowns, positions, transitions, escapes, reversals and how to apply and defend against joint locks, chokes and other submission holds. The curriculum focuses on fighting in a clinch and on the ground. The Submission Grappling Program helps students develop skills that are useful in real self defense situations as well as in the sporting environment. This gives students a new dimension to their existing skill set. It may be trained in solely or in conjunction with traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes. We think that it is important for students to understand both aspects, considering most tournaments offer both gi and No-Gi divisions. No-Gi training makes for a faster and more dynamic style of fighting. If you are interested in a good fitness program or just to be a more complete fighter, the No-Gi program offers a good combination of both.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu isn't just a sport, it's a way of life.