Blog Feed: The Jiu-Jitsu Fighter

Stuff I Know

Published on 2013-05-19 13:10:00

I'm still getting used to the new school class schedule. For years I was pretty much in control of my work and class schedule. Now I'm one of the regular folks fighting to work around an unforgiving work schedule and life in general. No Jiu-Jitsu on

The more I know, the more I realize how much I don't know.

Published on 2013-05-03 00:32:00

Some of us were sitting around and talking after the advanced class on Thursday night. Among the many topics we discussed, such as a handful of political hot topics, world domination and the benefits of using a back roller after a workout, we did fit

What are you waiting for?

Published on 2013-05-02 01:01:00

As popular as are the UFC and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, there are still a ton of people out there who have little to no real concept of what BJJ is all about. It can be confusing to the uninitiated. Maybe people who train in Jiu-Jitsu are just a bunch of

You're a pain in my side

Published on 2013-04-28 14:30:00

It's going to be Thursday before I can get back to training. There's a long work week in store for me. It's probably not a bad thing anyway. I've been nursing a sore rib for a couple of weeks now, so the time off is good. I can totally relate to Josh

Jiu-Jitsu Party!

Published on 2013-04-26 13:35:00

Okay, this is the real deal. We're having a Jiu-Jitsu party! This is to honor all the students, past and present, who have ever trained Jiu-Jitsu at Roseberry’s Martial Arts Center. We also want to invite our new family members from Lincoln Braz

Student Schafer

Published on 2013-04-25 22:11:00

I have to admit that even though I'm feeling it physically, I'm having a ball just being a student. It's difficult to be a student when you're teaching all the time. I had always tried to take part as much as I could and roll during open mat. It wasn

First Class, First Class

Published on 2013-04-25 01:27:00

We opened our doors today at Lincoln Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Center. What a hoot! Words can not even describe how happy I was to see all the folks who showed up to train. Even some who couldn't stay for class stopped by just to say hi and check out the p

Home Sweet Home

Published on 2013-04-22 15:09:00

As the open date of the school draws ever closer, I've received a lot of questions. I understand there are a lot of unknowns for some people. This is natural. When everything gets changed around, the way we make sense of it all, and the way we put th

Lincoln Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Center

Published on 2013-04-21 03:25:00

Lincoln Brazilain Jiu-Jitsu Center4009 O St.Lincoln, NE 68510402-483-1258Class Schedule: Sun: No ClassesMon: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (Advanced Class - Gi)

Lincoln Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Center Opening

Published on 2013-04-20 17:21:00

"It's on! Lincoln Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Center will be opening its doors for the first time this Wednesday, April 24th, at 6:00 PM. We’ll start the night off with an advanced class running from 6:30-8:00 PM, and we’ll follow with a beginner class f

If you find a job you love, you’ll never work another day in your life

Published on 2013-04-20 03:09:00

If you find a job you love, you’ll never work another day in your life. I guess I’m one of those lucky people that really enjoys my job. I actually look forward to going to work. I’ve also somehow managed to surround myself with activities outs

Ralek Gracie releases an official statement on the new Judge system for Metamoris.

Published on 2013-04-17 16:46:00

OFFICIAL STATEMENT: Ralek Gracie on the new Judge system for Metamoris.I would not want to be in Ralek's position. You obviously can't please everyone, so you do your best to devise a system that will appease the majority of the BJJ community at l

To all my dear, dear friends

Published on 2013-04-13 13:23:00

To all my dear, dear friends with whom I’ve trained and who have helped me to grow over the years,As you all know we’ll soon be opening a new Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school, so I was thinking what a great time to have a party to honor all the student

Cornhusker State Games Jiu-Jitsu tournament put on hold for 2013

Published on 2013-04-11 21:54:00

For those of you who don't know, I am the sport director for the Cornhusker State Games Jiu-Jitsu tournament. In 2009 I approached the Nebraska Sports Council and presented them with my plan to introduce Jiu-Jitsu as a new sport in the Cornhusker Sta

We only change at the precipice

Published on 2013-04-10 20:10:00

We only change at the precipice. Most of us are destined to continue on the path we have set for our self, whether it's the right path or not. This is human nature. It may be that we choose not to see what’s ahead of us, or that we just can’t see

Big Announcement!

Published on 2013-04-04 22:03:00

Conan Schafer, Jerad Downs and Gregory Lawson will be opening a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school here in Lincoln, Nebraska this April! Updates about location, class times, and our opening date will follow soon. Mats have been ordered, we're in the process

Old School

Published on 2013-03-26 12:11:00

I can't confirm it, but I think Conan filmed this video!

When the Fight Goes to the Ground

Published on 2013-02-21 16:05:00

Many people train Jiu-Jitsu simply for fun or exercise, but I am just as concerned with the self-defense aspect, so Lori O'Connell's recent book "When the Fight Goes to the Ground" interested me. Sport training is limited by rules, and many of the th

Basic Training

Published on 2012-10-27 11:07:00

One day in Jiu-Jitsu class, Conan joked that he didn't have anything else to teach us, because he was pretty sure that he'd already taught everything he knows.

Titan Tournament of Champions (Rock N Rage)

Published on 2012-09-15 17:30:00

Tate Wright will be fighting in this tournament. "This tournament is unlike any you have ever seen before...Two winners take all tournaments in the same night at two different weight classes.....That's right, a 185lb, 8 man tournament and a 155lb 8 man tournament!!!!"View details about the event here.View details about each fighter here.

Love Your Hips

Published on 2012-09-14 18:51:00

It should be no surprise that hip movement is one of the most, if not the most, important aspect of Jiu-Jitsu. There's a reason we do so many warm-up drills that involve hip movement. When you allow your hips to move, you gain mobility and leverage. If you're trying to power through something with a lot of strength, your body will be tense and tend to lock up. You'll lose the mobility in your hips that is such a crucial factor in so many moves.I was teaching some half guard sweeps last night whe [..]

Expand Your Game

Published on 2012-09-08 08:52:00

Stop relying on the same old thing you always do. I think we're all guilty of this to some extent. I know I am. We fall into the same routines and use the same submissions over and over again. I have to remind myself to try something different or work more on something I haven't worked on in awhile.Knowing this and doing this are two completely different things. Why is it that even when we know we should be working on broadening our game, we always fall back on the same old routines? (It's a rhe [..]

The 21st Best of the Best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament

Published on 2012-09-03 17:59:00

The 21st Best of the Best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tournament October 20, 2012 This is a Gi Tournament for all Grappling Styles

Long Week

Published on 2012-08-31 22:12:00

"You look tired...long day?" Long week. All it took was a little itty bitty change in the schedule to remind me I ain't as young as I used to be. It's all good though. That which does not kill us, makes us stronger, right? So, basically I picked up three extra, long rolling sessions this week. I made it to all three of the late classes, so was up past my bedtime. I know, pretty lame, but in my defense I do have to wake up pretty early. Even though I got drug out this week, it all fits into my ma [..]

How's the new class time working out?

Published on 2012-08-30 23:23:00

Awesome. So far, so good. We had four people show for Tuesday's 8:00 class and six people came to the Thursday class. There's been a lot of talk about it and how we can generate more interest. I predict it will start filling up pretty fast (fingers crossed). All those hard working people that work during the day and couldn't make it to our 4:00 class can now come train with us.Having a Jiu-Jitsu class in a traditional Dojo is not an easy thing to do. Some of the students and teachers from the ot [..]

We're Adding Two New Class Times

Published on 2012-08-27 22:47:00

We're adding two new class times to our Jiu-Jitsu schedule. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM.Here is the new class schedule:Sunday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM(No Gi Class)Monday: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM(Gi Class)Tuesday: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PMTuesday: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM(Gi Class)Thursday: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PMThursday: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM(Gi Class)*Friday: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM(No Gi Open Mat Class)*You must regularly attend any of the other regularly scheduled classes in order to attend the Friday class.

Twister Entries Video Tutorial

Published on 2012-08-19 20:38:00

Confessions of a Grappler

Published on 2012-08-02 18:53:00

Sometimes it's hard to pick my lazy butt up and haul it into class. I usually do it anyway, and I never regret having gone. I do know that when I skip a class, there's a distinct possibility that I'll regret not having gone, and that's usually motivation enough.Sometimes I'll start watching videos. It might be match videos or technique videos. If I come across a new or interesting variation of a technique, I'll jump in with both feet and start looking for different entries or angles to approach [..]

2012 CSG Jiu-Jitsu Videos

Published on 2012-07-31 11:44:00

Kuzushi

Published on 2012-07-29 16:58:00

At the beginning of class today, I commented on the tournament the day before and asked what people wanted to work on. Sometimes there's that one thing that sticks out in your mind from the competition; How do I escape that submission I got caught in? How do I make that side control escape work in a real life competition setting? It could be anything.Jokingly (but not really) a couple of people said they didn't have anything specific from the tournament they wanted to work on. They just muscled [..]

Midwest Submission Challenge

Published on 2012-07-29 15:33:00

Cornhusker State Games Jiu-Jitsu Tournament Date

Published on 2012-07-20 15:22:00

I realize this is late notice but wanted to make sure everyone knows the Jiu-Jitsu competition is on Saturday, July 28. This is the date that has always been listed on the official Cornhusker State Games registration page for Jiu-Jitsu.In an effort to provide information at multiple locations, I inadvertently listed an incorrect date on one of my postings. Today I received a phone call from someone who was kind enough to bring this to my attention.

Fighting smarter

Published on 2012-07-10 11:20:00

"The willow which bends to the tempest, often escapes better than the oak which resists it." -Albert Schweitzer

Volunteer Staffing for the Cornhusker State Games Jiu-Jitsu Tournament

Published on 2012-07-01 21:46:00

The Cornhusker State Games Jiu-Jitsu Tournament will be an all day event with over 100 competitors and hundreds of spectators. It will be held at Lincoln High School's Johnson Gym on Saturday, July 28th.I'm starting the process of requesting volunteers from our family at Rodeberry's Martial Arts Center to staff various positions such as score/time keepers, bracketing, weigh-ins, setting up and tearing down.This is one of those events that simply can't be done without the generosity of those w [..]

2012 Cornhusker State Games

Published on 2012-05-31 05:02:00

The 2012 Cornhusker State Games Jui-Jitsu Tournament is fast approaching.This year's tournament will be held at Lincoln High School in Lincoln, NE.UPDATED DATE: Saturday, July 28TIMES: Weigh-ins: 7-9 a.m. Bouts begin: 10 a.m.ORDER OF COMPETITION: 1) Boys and Girls No Gi 2) Boys and Girls Gi 3) Men and Women No Gi 4) Men and Women GiUPDATED SITE: Lincoln High (2229 J St. Lincoln - Click here for map)DIVISIONS: A complete list of divisions and events can be found in the Complete Event Detail [..]

More Tips on Escaping Mount

Published on 2012-05-27 18:29:00

Thank you, Fuji, for helping me out with this video.

A little crazy

Published on 2012-05-24 10:35:00

Here's a little video of some of the crazy highlights from the Battle on the Plains IV!

Battle on the Plains IV Videos

Published on 2012-05-22 18:38:00

The videos from the Battle on the Plains IV are up on YouTube! You can go to the video playlist, or check out the embedded player below.

Inspiration

Published on 2012-05-18 12:28:00

A little inspiration for anyone competing at The Battle on the Plains IV tomorrow.

Mother's Day

Published on 2012-05-10 19:00:00

For all of you hard core grapplers, Ray said he will open the dojo for class on Mother's Day, Sunday May 13.

Battle on the Plains IV Jiu-Jitsu Tournament

Published on 2012-04-19 23:19:00

BATTLE ON THE PLAINS IV JIU-JITSU TOURNAMENTSaturday May 19, 2012Roseberry's Martial Arts Center1811 N St, Lincoln, NEIf registered by May 11th$30.00 for one division$40.00 for both Gi and No Gi(cash or check only)Late registration:$40 for one division, $50 for bothMedals awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each divisionThis competition is open to all who want to compete. There will be No Gi and Gi divisions, divided by experience level and weight class.Registration forms are availab [..]

Grab it by the throat and Jiu-Jitsu it into submission!

Published on 2012-04-05 12:15:00

You know Jiu-Jitsu has finally arrived when corporations start using it to sell their products!

No Jiu-Jitsu Class on Easter Sunday

Published on 2012-04-04 17:47:00

There will not be a Jiu-Jitsu class on Easter Sunday, April 8. 

ABDC

Published on 2012-04-01 15:43:00

I am happy be to able to officially announce that a group of us from Team Jiu-Jitsu Fighter have recently been selected as contestants on the upcoming season of America's Best Dance Crew! It was a long, hard road to make it to the show, but our popping and locking skills can't be beat, and I think the tandem flying triangles that Sara and I do is what really won over the judges. We have to give all the credit to our amazing coach, Conan. He doesn't like to brag about it, but back in the day h [..]

Roadmap

Published on 2012-03-29 12:57:00

Since we have so many new students in Jiu-Jitsu class lately, I've been thinking back to my white belt days, and remembering how overwhelming it can seem. Some of the instructionals I would read, or the videos I would watch, would just confuse me because I didn't understand a lot of the concepts yet. Something that was very helpful to me back then was the eBook by Stephan Kesting "A Roadmap for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu", which he offers as a free download.When I first read it, I did not sign up for [..]

8 Days until the 19th BOTB BJJ Tournament

Published on 2012-03-02 16:28:00

BOTB 19Best of the BestBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu TournamentSaturday, March 10, 2012Westside Community Center3534 S 108th St, Omaha, NEDivisions All Ages, Male/FemaleSpectators $5 entry fee to tournament (15 and under enter free)Weigh-ins and late registrationFriday, March 9th, 5pm to 9pm(No late registration on day of tournament)Registration is open now!

The Doberman

Published on 2012-03-01 22:54:00

The debut of the 15th season of The Ultimate Fighter (also called TUF Live now) will include a fighter who has left some sweat on the mats at Roseberry's. Drew "The Doberman" Dober, has been a competitor in several of our tournaments, and now has been chosen as one of the 32 lightweights to compete on the show. The debut is March 9th on FX at 9pm ET/PT. All of the fights this season will take place live, and the debut will have all 32 contenders competing for the 16 cast-member slots.When Dre [..]

What a ride!

Published on 2012-02-20 14:24:00

Training Jiu-Jitsu is kind of like being on a roller coaster; it can be exciting, fun, scary; and it's full of highs and lows. During the peaks you feel like throwing your hands in the air and screaming for joy, and the valleys make you want to curl up and cry. I actually prefer those extreme down times to when things are on an even keel, because they can lead to the greatest growth. Nothing makes you analyze your training more than when you hit rock bottom.Yet, there are times when I step of [..]

Staying Motivated

Published on 2012-02-06 15:54:00

It's that time of year when it would be so easy to just hole up in your home, waiting for warmer weather to come. For me, this is the time of year when I start getting anxious to get out there and challenge myself. There's no easy road in life, so challenging myself with difficult tasks is my way to make everyday a little easier. The more difficult you can make things, and the more you're able to overcome those challenges, the easier it will be when you're faced with the unexpected challenges.I [..]

Leg Lock Series Video

Published on 2012-02-05 16:51:00

We focused on leg locks in class today. There are so many variations and entries into these types of submissions. This is just a quick three submission series.

Regarding guard

Published on 2012-02-03 09:38:00

Two people start in guard, only one can come out on top. No submissions...no stalling...pass or reverse!Gina Ethridge

Upcoming In-House Tournament

Published on 2012-01-25 10:08:00

We will soon be hosting another in-house Jiu-Jitsu tournament for Roseberry's students. Not only is it free and fun, but by competing you are helping us to improve. We would like to get more practice running our tournament system, so we need a good number of competitors for the best results.If the turnout is too low, any Roseberry's Jiu-Jitsu student who does not compete will have their identity assigned to one of the competitors, who will then compete under your name. You won't get any say a [..]

Video: Robert Rojas Vs Joel Frandsen

Published on 2012-01-17 18:44:00

19th Best of the Best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament

Published on 2012-01-15 15:28:00

Saturday, March 10, 2012Westside Community Center3534 South 108th St.Omaha, Ne. 68144Register online January: $50/Females and Juveniles $30February: $60/Females and Juveniles $40Late Registration Begins March 2nd @ 11:59p.m. $70/Females and Juveniles $50Late registration ends Wednesday, March 7th @ 11:59pmNo late registrations on tournament day!

Rojas Victorious At CFC by David Kluthe

Published on 2011-12-17 20:40:00

I have been training at the dojo for over 3 ½ years. During this time, I have seen many local MMA fighters come train with us for a little bit before their next fight inside the cage. It is a great compliment to our Jiu-Jitsu program when fighters from other MMA gyms come to us to work on their Jiu-Jitsu game. I have always enjoyed being a training partner to these fighters and helping them improve their skills.Robert “Tito” Rojas recently started attending Jiu-Jitsu class about 3 months ag [..]

Training and Treats!

Published on 2011-12-14 18:38:00

On Wednesday, Dec. 21st at 6pm, John Roseberry-Shihan has offered to teach a class for all Sho-Rei-Shobu-Kan students. I believe this is an unprecedented event; he has taught classes that were open to all black belts, but I think this is the first time he has invited every youth and adult student from all of the arts to come together and train with him. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. After the training we will have a holiday party with cookies, punch, etc. You may bring someth [..]

Working with the Seated Guard

Published on 2011-12-14 18:33:00

Yesterday in class we practiced working from a seated guard position. I taught a few sweeps and takedowns from this position. It never ceases to amaze me how the same principals that apply to stand-up techniques, also apply on the ground. Once you wrap your brain around this, it really opens up your game.

Renzo Gracie Demonstrates How To Triangle Larger Opponents

Published on 2011-12-09 18:36:00

This video is a few years old, but still one of my favorites. I really enjoy Renzo's teaching style, and how humble he is about describing how he figured out the proper way to do the technique.

The Newest addition to our ever growing Dojo family, Tinguinha Black Belt Gregory Lawson

Published on 2011-06-29 20:43:00

The Roseberry's Team Jiu-jitsu Fighter would like to introduce our newest addition to the Family, Mr. Gregory Lawson! I personally have had the chance to learn from and randori with Mr. Lawson and I can attest to his knowledge and skill in the beauti

Sidney Silva Clinic

Published on 2011-06-28 13:22:00

On July 7th and 8th Mid-America Martial Arts is having Sidney Silva come to their school and teach a BJJ/MMA/No Gi Clinic. He is part of the Wand Fight Team. All levels welcome!Location:Mid-America Martial Arts14951 Chandler RoadOmaha, NE 68138Cost i

Muscle Exercises

Published on 2011-06-28 04:53:00

I received a request for information about some basic muscle exercises. "I am pretty out of shape, I started Jiu Jitsu as a fun way to get back into shape. I have noticed that certain muscles seem to be more important than others while fighting, such

2011 Sho-Rei-Shobu-Kan Annual International Convention

Published on 2011-06-19 08:06:00

This week Sho-Rei-Shobu-Kan is hosting its 2011 Annual International Convention. Shihan has students and affiliate schools throughout the world and once a year he invites everyone back to the Hombu Dojo for testing and fellowship.Due to the conventio

Tips on Breathing

Published on 2011-06-14 21:51:00

Oh sure, like I need to remind you to breath. Actually, I do. To be more specific, I think it's important to understand how to get the most out of your lung capacity and how to conserve energy.We all understand the difference between sprinting as fas

Tips For Defending the Armbar

Published on 2011-06-14 21:43:00

Your best defense for defending an armbar is to begin defending at the earliest possible moment. This holds true for your overall defense strategy. Trying to defend an armbar when your opponent is already in position and has your arm locked up is pro

Competition Season

Published on 2011-06-13 10:08:00

I wanted to remind everyone of the many upcoming opportunities to compete.On Saturday, June 25th is the 17th Best of the Best Submission Wrestling ProAms. It's a no gi-only competition.Cost: $60 if you register online by midnight, Wednesday, June 22

A BJJ World Champion's Perspective on Guard Passing

Published on 2011-06-12 18:22:00

Courtesy of Stephan Kesting

Is Jiu-Jitsu right for you?

Published on 2011-05-24 09:14:00

So, you're thinking about trying Jiu-Jitsu, but you're not sure if it's right for you. Here are a few simple questions you can ask yourself to find out:1. Do you have a low pain-tolerance?2. Do you hate sweating?3. Do you hate hugging other people w

The answers will come

Published on 2011-05-20 21:53:00

Don't get too caught up in trying to learn everything as fast as you can. I get asked often about how I think someone is progressing. If there's something glaring or something in particular comes to mind, I'll talk with that person one on one, or sho

Super Cool Jiu-Jitsu Blogs

Published on 2011-05-19 18:57:00

Two of our students are writing blogs now. Gina has been doing her blog, Ginger Snaps, since last November. She mostly rambles endlessly on about how cool Jiu-Jitsu is and mixes in her special blend of humor. As many of you already know, she writes a

Battle on the Plains III Match Videos

Published on 2011-05-17 18:08:00

I have started uploading the matches from the Battle on the Plains III Tournament to 34Budo. I usually identify the people I don't know by listening to the coaches call their names, but I'm having audio issues with my pc so I was unable to do so thi

In-house Jiu-Jitsu tournament

Published on 2011-05-17 17:51:00

We will be hosting an in-house Jiu-Jitsu tournament just for our dojo members. That means that anyone who is a registered member of the Sho-Rei-Shobu-Kan organization, Roseberry's Martial Arts Center, is eligible to compete. This would include our Co

A nidan state Judo coach playing white belt

Published on 2011-05-16 22:58:00

I'm going to go out on a limb and ruffle some feathers. On a past post here on The Jiu-Jitsu Fighter, an anonymous commenter posted this about our recent tournament:“What was so great about this comp was that they threw all experience levels togeth

A Great Day of Jiu-Jitsu

Published on 2011-05-15 14:27:00

Future champions were born yesterday at the Battle on the Plains Jiu-Jitsu Tournament. We had a nice turn out of competitors and I was honestly impressed with the level of professionalism, courtesy and camaraderie between the athletes. For some, this

Kung Fu Hillbilly - Training Video

Published on 2011-05-05 20:13:00

David "Danger" Kluthe

Published on 2011-05-01 10:32:00

This is a super cool interview David did on the radio yesterday morning on the ESPN show, Necessary Roughness with Nick & Stan, on 1480 KLMS. Dave talked about predictions for UFC 129 and gave some in-depth background on a few of the fighters. Two od

2011 Cornhusker State Games Jiu-Jitsu Tournament

Published on 2011-04-26 22:22:00

Registration will be opening soon for the 2011 Cornhusker State Games Jiu-Jitsu Tournament.Below is some information about the event. Check out the Cornhusker State Games Website for more details.I'll post more information as I get it and will let yo

Revisiting a Little of Our History

Published on 2011-04-24 19:41:00

I think I’m pretty safe in saying that our style of Jiu-Jitsu is a hybrid style, originally born from Kodokan Judo. As it is with most teachers, all of the teacher’s knowledge and experience is often times incorporated into their teachings. The r

Battle on the Plains III

Published on 2011-04-24 14:39:00

Our tournament is only three weeks away. Remember, early registration ends May 1st.Roseberry's Martial Arts Centerandwww.TheJiuJitsuFighter.comPresentBattle on the Plains III Jiu-Jitsu TournamentSaturday, May 14, 2011Late Registration and Weigh-ins s

Dojo Garage (and plant) Sale

Published on 2011-04-22 22:10:00

We are having a dojo garage and plant sale to help raise money for new mats. We'll need volunteers for both set-up and sales.Where: Roseberry's Martial Arts Center, 1811 N St.When: Saturday, April 30th, 8 am - 4 pm Sunday, May 1st, 10 am -

Building our Future

Published on 2011-04-20 18:45:00

Some of the information in this post I pulled from my previous writings. I thought it would help to address the current topic. Recently, there have been some questions raised about me having an "unverified BJJ black belt."First off, I do not promote

NEW JIU JITSU FIGHTER RASHGUARDS!!!!!!

Published on 2011-04-14 15:08:00

Just in time for the Battle on the Plains III Jiu Jitsu Tournament! Represent Team Jiu Jitsu Fighter by purchasing battle ready rash guards and moisture wicking shirts! These custom prints have been created specially for our school by Vices Clothing.

Lessons Learned

Published on 2011-04-12 19:43:00

An inexperienced fighter will generally rely more on strength and athleticism to win a fight. That’s not to say he or she is totally devoid of technique. However, in doing this an inexperienced fighter may be able to dominate a fight for a short pe

Discomfort Zone

Published on 2011-04-12 09:23:00

I think a lot of students are afraid to spar their teachers. Perhaps they are intimidated by their prowess, but I think it's more of a fear of being judged. The pressure is on, because they feel as though they're being tested.I've seen several peop

Team Jiu-Jitsu Fighter videos from KC

Published on 2011-04-10 20:09:00

Something to Think About

Published on 2011-04-08 06:22:00

WARNING: There be swearing in this video

Heading to KC

Published on 2011-04-07 20:21:00

Have you ever wondered if all those stereotypes about Jiu-Jitsu fighters are true? You know, that Jiu-Jitsu fighters are hairy, knuckle dragging Neanderthals, ready to pounce on the new guy and steal his lunch money, and they all have funny nicknames

Ten Tiny Tips

Published on 2011-04-05 08:39:00

When I first started Jiu-Jitsu, I wished I had a list of general theories on grappling, simple tips that would be easy for me to understand and remember. Now that I've gained a little knowledge, I've decided to create my own list, for any beginners

Perfect Partner in the World of Jiu-Jitsu

Published on 2011-04-04 18:19:00

Since I’ve been competing more lately, I’ve been thinking and reconsidering my viewpoint on training partners. Lately, I’ve been trying to find the perfect training partner who I can roll with to get ready for competitions. I would go through t

How Not to Get Submitted by a Purple Belt

Published on 2011-04-03 21:06:00

Since our last belt testing, it seems we have more purple belts roving around then any other belt. Many people come to Jiu-Jitsu class every day and see people getting submitted and maimed by rogue purple belts. I’m sure they’re wondering how the

Your New Purple Belt Has Super Magical Powers

Published on 2011-04-02 13:07:00

I’m sure you’ve heard by now that your new purple belt holds super magical powers. Unlike the blue belt you wore so proudly before, which itself has magical powers, the purple belt is nearly a full fledged conduit of super magical powers. Having

Hello, Blue Belt, nice to have met you

Published on 2011-04-02 07:26:00

Sara: Hi, my name is Sara. What’s your name?Belt: I am Blue.Sara: It’s nice to meet you.I wasn’t aware of the fact that there are many Jiu-Jitsu students who think they might not be good enough, or ready, for the next belt up. Until recently, t

Looking Back

Published on 2011-04-01 20:22:00

It’s hard to believe that just fifty years ago, The Jiu-Jitsu Fighter was a young blogging site for Jiu-Jitsuka and Judoka alike. Today, we celebrate 50 years of The Jiu-Jitsu Fighter, and I thought we would reflect on our inaugural year with a re-

Anti-Jiu-Jitsu

Published on 2011-03-31 10:33:00

As I was watching some of the matches from NAGA, I found myself getting a little disgusted with what I saw. One match in particular showed what I believe to be the problem with sport Jiu-Jitsu, and playing for points. One of the fighters would take

Sharing Sweat

Published on 2011-03-30 10:42:00

Shihan says that if you are working with someone and you are sweating, but they're not, you should feel free to share your sweat with them (usually by wiping it on their face). I guess this is their punishment for not working hard enough.I believe o

What's Yours?

Published on 2011-03-27 07:13:00

PanAms This Weekend

Published on 2011-03-27 06:01:00

I spent most of yesterday settled in front of a TV, watching the free live broadcast of the 2011 Pan Jiu-Jitsu Championship. There were some big name fighters and a ton of awesome matches. I hooked the flat screen up to a laptop so I could have a lar

Congratulations to Justun Jindra

Published on 2011-03-27 04:40:00

Last night Justin won his fight at the Tri-state Cage Fighting event in Columbus. He had a spectacular win as he dominated his opponent, Cadillac Moungo, showcasing the power of Jiu-Jitsu. It was a beautiful sight to behold as Justin wasted no time i

Battle on the Plains III

Published on 2011-03-23 19:20:00

Roseberry's Martial Arts Centerandwww.TheJiuJitsuFighter.comPresentBattle on the Plains III Jiu-Jitsu TournamentSaturday, May 14, 2011Late Registration and Weigh-ins start at 8:30 AMCompetition begins at 10:00 AMRoseberry's Martial Arts Center1811 N

NAGA Fight Videos

Published on 2011-03-20 22:23:00

NAGA St. Louis 2011

Published on 2011-03-20 07:55:00

Sara won 3rd place in mixed weight/rank Gi, and 2nd place in mixed weight/rank No-Gi.As it turned out, there weren't any other competitors in Sara's weight class, so she decided to bump up and go in this strange mixed weight and mixed skill level div

Travel Day

Published on 2011-03-18 05:57:00

It's early Friday morning and I could have slept in today, but was up by 4:00 am. There's a good mix of excitement, anticipation, anxiety, and all the normal pre-competition feelings. I weighed in at 194.8 lbs. this morning. Since I didn't do much ca

A Vampire on the Mat

Published on 2011-03-18 05:44:00

I just downloaded the ebook, A Vampire on the Mat, via the Nook for PC. I can't do a review on it because I haven't read it yet, but it has to be good simply because TheJiuJitsuFighter.com is mentioned in the book. It's like giving the book instant c

The Code

Published on 2011-03-16 05:18:00

As a Jiu-Jitsu fighter I’ve learned a lot about work ethic and discipline. The hours one spends training to develop their skill is a testament to their hard work. You either have it or you don’t. It’s not something you can force on someone. Tho

Milestones

Published on 2011-03-15 04:35:00

I just thought I would share some odds and ends about my training thus far. It's probably more for me to keep me motivated and pushing forward. Also, if I tell everyone about it, there's no turning back. So, here are my latest confessions.Yesterday's

Wrestling Practice

Published on 2011-03-13 20:59:00

Today, after Jiu-Jitsu class, instead of doing open mat, Adam was kind enough to work with me on wrestling takedowns. He had volunteered to help me out in preparation for NAGA this coming Saturday. This is a huge plus for my game, getting first hand

Vision Quest

Published on 2011-03-12 21:36:00

As I prepare to turn 48 in a few months, I decided to throw caution to the wind and go all out in competition this year. Seriously, but it gets even better than this. I don’t know…maybe this is my version of a mid-life crisis, or maybe it’s jus

Best of the Best Winners

Published on 2011-03-12 18:04:00

Sara and Gina fought in the Best of the Best BJJ ProAms today and both did an outstanding job. I think it must be human nature to be harder on yourself than everyone else would be because both brought home medals, but both kept talking about how they

KC Submission Challenge II

Published on 2011-03-10 03:58:00

The KC Submission Challenge BJJ & Grappling Tournament will be held April 9th, 2011 in Kansas City, MO. Although this is about 4 hours away, this would be another good opportunity to compete. Unfortunately we just don't have a lot to choose from.

Don't Crush Me

Published on 2011-03-04 19:45:00

I have the opportunity to grapple with a bunch of wonderful guys. I trust them and know they would not intentionally hurt me when we're rolling. I also know they don't just give submissions to me. I have to work my butt off to even come close to a

Escape From Scarf Hold (Kesa Gatame) Video

Published on 2011-03-02 18:05:00

Why Men Should Grapple Women (and Smaller Men)

Published on 2011-03-01 10:56:00

Stephan Kesting from Grapplearts recently received this email from a female reader, and I thought it was something that should be shared.Hi Stephan, I just read through the article called "Why Should Women Grapple?"There are many good reasons listed

Bull in a China Shop

Published on 2011-02-25 09:59:00

Sometimes when I am doing drills or grappling with a guy, especially if it's a bigger guy, he will take it too easy on me. I'm talking about things like they won't actually put the subs on me, or they'll have me pinned, but you could drive a truck t

Jiu-Jitsu Belt Testing Rescheduled

Published on 2011-02-22 18:46:00

Belt testing will be on Thursday, March 10, 2011, 4:00 pm. With our next test coming up in a few weeks, I wanted to encourage all of you who are eligible and ready to be present for testing day. In addition, I would like all of those who aren't testi

16th Best of the Best

Published on 2011-02-18 22:25:00

What: The 16th Best of the Best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Pro-AmsWhere: Westside Community Center, Omaha, Ne.When: Saturday, March 12th, 2011Cost: February registration $50, March registration $60, Day of $75More info: Gi only, double el

Jiu-Jitsu is for rich people

Published on 2011-02-18 10:45:00

I've been feeling sorry for myself, because sometimes I think jiu-jitsu is meant for rich people, and I'm not one of them. Between expensive brand-name gi's, rash guards, shorts, and other various gear, it can seem to add up very fast. Luckily, you d

Open Mat from 2-6-11

Published on 2011-02-12 10:02:00

2011 NAGA St. Louis Grappling Championship

Published on 2011-02-08 19:13:00

I've decided to go to St. Louis on March 19th to compete in the NAGA tournament. A couple of others from Roseberry's have said they're going too. It's about an 8 hour drive, so I'll be leaving on the Friday before and coming back on Sunday. If this s

Grapples

Published on 2011-02-08 13:39:00

The word grapple amuses me. It's just a funny word...grapple, grapples, grappling. I once bought some grapples at the grocery store. Well, technically they were "Grāpples". They were supposed to be apples that tasted like grapes, but it turned o

Omoplata Escape Tutorial Video

Published on 2011-02-04 20:13:00

What separates those who excel from those who do not?

Published on 2011-02-02 18:07:00

Question: What separates those who excel from those who do not?Answered by Dave Camarillo

Jiu-Jitsu Class Canceled for Tuesday, 2-1-11

Published on 2011-02-01 14:19:00

Due to the nasty weather, I'm canceling class tonight. Belt testing will be rescheduled for a later date.

Exhibit A

Published on 2011-01-25 00:02:00

Regarding the case of Jiu-Jitsu v. Schafer, in which Mr. Schafer is accused of being a bully, I would like to submit this video into evidence. It clearly shows that Mr. Schafer is, in fact, guilty of the charges against him, despite his repeated cla

That's How I Roll

Published on 2011-01-23 08:58:00

We all have our individual styles of grappling. For instance, mine is, "Anaconda Style," slow, methodical, positional crushing from the top. I try to envelope my opponent, restricting their movement, constricting and suffocating them so I can move in

Combinations

Published on 2011-01-17 08:37:00

We practiced combinations from the guard during Sunday's class. For some this was a new concept, learning how to link submissions together. For others it was a reminder that you must look beyond the one thing you're going for. For the senior belts it

Survival

Published on 2011-01-16 09:06:00

You may not win every fight, but you can make damn sure the bastard has to work for it. A grappler's first competition is always his own mind. Learning to overcome one's fear of being crushed on the bottom, requires mental conditioning. Just as we co

Belt Testing

Published on 2011-01-15 18:52:00

Belt testing will be on Tuesday, February 1, 2011, 4:00 pm. With our next test coming up in a few weeks, I wanted to encourage all of you who are eligible and ready to be present for testing day. In addition, I would like all of those who aren't test

CPR/First Aid Class

Published on 2011-01-11 21:47:00

CPR/First Aid ClassWHERE: Roseberry’s Martial Arts Center, 1811 N St.WHEN: Friday Jan 28, 2011, 5pm-9pmFEE: $10.00 Proceeds will go to Roseberry’s Martial Arts CenterINSTRUCTOR: Sara KhalilWHO SHOULD ATTEND:Refrees are required to have CPR/Firs

Creating Space

Published on 2011-01-11 21:28:00

I thought that having Sara explain this concept might be a better way to go rather than having me (one of the bigger boys) trying to sound convincing while bullying my way out from the bottom. By the way, contrary to popular belief, I'm not really a

Class Cancelled for Monday Night, 1-10-2011

Published on 2011-01-10 12:17:00

Due to severe weather storm warnings, I am canceling Jiu-Jitsu class for Monday night, 1-10-2011. I realize this will send some of you into major withdrawal, but safety comes first. I don't want folks out driving if they don't have to. Contrary to po

Open Mat Videos

Published on 2011-01-07 21:03:00

Many would say that living the way of Jiu-Jitsu is difficult. Is sleeping difficult? Is waking difficult?

Head to Head Escape Tutorial

Published on 2011-01-02 18:18:00

Absolute power corrupts absolutely, which is a problem, if you are powerless.

Arm Lock Tutorial

Published on 2011-01-02 18:09:00

Here is everything I know about Jiu-Jitsu. Somebody wins, somebody loses, and nothing is ever the same.

Moving Forward

Published on 2010-12-31 22:44:00

I've taught a lot of techniques on how to pass the guard, or how to escape the mount. Most often we think of these techniques as a complete movement. For example, completely passing from the guard to side control, or completely escaping the mount to