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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | WHAT IS the difference? 

       Below we are going to break down the differences between Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. However, before we do let’s take a look at some history.  Jiu-Jitsu began in Japan over 500 years ago and was practiced by samurai warriors. Around 100 years ago, a man named Jigoro Kano (above) began modifying…

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What is "Randori" Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

Randori | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu terms Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has its roots in Japan. There are still Japanese words we use in BJJ. For example, a jiu-jitsu uniform, or “gi” is also more traditionally called a kimono. Another example is the word “randori.” Randori is a term used in jiu-jitsu to describe live training, also known as…

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Back to School: Children’s Self Defense Tips

Back to School: Children’s Self Defense Tips   Self-defense comes from being educated Summer is over! And now it’s time for your child to head back to school. This blog will help parents navigate some difficult scenarios that may happen regarding children’s self-defense. It is important to educate your kids on how to communicate effectively,…

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Finnie McMahon – My Martial Arts Journey to Fort Collins

Hey MTC Family,       After running a martial arts school in Fort Collins for the last 12 years I thought it would be fun for people to learn more about my journey and how I got here.  First Exposure to Martial Arts My first memory that I have of the martial arts is…

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5 Ways Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Benefits Your Child

  #1 Individual Focus Many kids who are not interested in team sports are often drawn to individual sports. Tennis, cross-country running, golf, and brazilian jiu-jitsu are examples of sports that focus more on individual performance rather than performing as a group.  Surprisingly, BJJ often attracts more analytical, introverted types who prefer to approach problems…

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How to be a Beginner in Martial Arts

  How to be a Beginner in Martial Arts   How Do You Start Something as New as a Martial Art?      No matter who you are, it can be intimidating starting something new.  This is especially true for martial arts like Muay Thai kickboxing or Brazilian jiu-jitsu where one learns how to punch…

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