Grandmaster Helio Gracie Dies…
Jiu-Jitsu Grandmaster Helio Gracie passed away today at the age of 95. Grandmaster Helio will be forever remembered for what he has done in the world of martial arts. He was a legend and was able to watch what he created evolve into a world wide phenomenon.
A few days earlier he was admitted into a local hospital in Itaipaiva, Rio de Janeiro for stomach problems. “His impact on the sport of mixed martial arts was profound. His son, Rorion, was credited with developing the concept that became the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and another of his sons, Royce, won the first two UFC tournaments in 1993 and 1994. Two other sons, Rickson and Royler, also competed in MMA.” – Sherdog.com
I had the honor of personally meeting and training with Grandmaster Helio Gracie many years ago. He was a kind gentle old man with a great sense of humor. He will definitely never be forgotten by me and of course the whole mixed martial arts community. I want to take this opportunity to send my condolences to the Gracie family.
- Alexander Lessa
Our Newest Sponsor!
We are extremely excited to let everyone know about our newest fight team sponsor, Revolución. They have a very unique style of clothing which can be purchased either online or at your local Macy’s. Please take a moment to check out their website www.Revolucionusa.com and show your support.
Amazing 9yr old stops pitbull
A 9-year-old Bakersfield boy is being called a hero after he saved a girl and her dog from a pit bull attack.
Drew Heredia said he and a friend were walking a small dog Dec. 30 when a pit bull jumped on the dog. The unidentified 12-year-old girl reportedly tried to save her dog, prompting the pit bull to turn on her.
Heredia said he jumped on the pit bull and applied a choke hold that he learned while taking classes at a Brazilian jiujitsu studio in southwest Bakersfield.
“It was kind of a heart-pounding moment,” Heredia said. “It was very scary.”
He said he held the dog for 20 minutes until an animal control officer arrived.
“At first, I wanted to kick it, but then I thought it’s not a good idea, because it could get my leg,” Heredia said.
The girl was taken to Mercy Southwest Hospital where she was treated for puncture wounds.
The pit bull was quarantined at the animal control office, where it will be euthanized after 10 days. No one has claimed the dog.
The girl’s dog was injured, but it’s expected to survive. The dog ran away during the attack but returned home Friday afternoon.
To watch the full length video, please click the following link: 9yr old boy stops pitbull video
- Article source please the following link: Bakersfieldnow.com
Jan. 24, 2009 Jiu-Jitsu Tournament
On January 24, 2009 there will be a grappling tournament in Boca Ratton, Fl. This is a good oportunity for anybody who has been training Jiu-Jitsu(Gi & No-Gi) to get their feet wet. The price of the tournament is $80 for either Gi or No-Gi & $100 if you plan on competing in both divisions. If you would like to RSVP with our team, visit www.MMAmiami.com , make a profile page if you don’t already have one and lets get you competing.
If you would like to visit the tournaments website directly you can at www.NagaFighter.com.
30 Day No Sugar Challenge…
Yes, you heard me correctly, 30 days sugar FREE!! Can you handle it? I am putting you to the challenge. Its a New Year, and its up to us what we do with it. Many of us want this new year to bring new beginnings, success, and great health. This is where I came up with this idea. I thought to myself, what would be a challenge for me and many other people but can help prove determination to ourselves?
Now, there are some rules to this challenge that you will have to follow, and they are:
1. Make sure you consult with a physician to ensure that you can participate.
2. You must register your name and the date you are beginning (either in person or via contact form on home page).
3. All artificial sweeteners are FORBIDDEN (e.g. equal, splenda, sweet n low)!! This also includes sugar free food and drinks!
4. You must make sure you read all labels to ensure there are no hidden sugars. Keep in mind that many condiments, deli meat, peanut butter, etc… contain sugar.
5. It is absolutely your responsibility to make sure that you do not cheat (No late night sugar binging).
6. Any sugar that you intake must only come from natural sources such as fruit.
- We will be communicating and keeping track of everybody on our Network www.MMAmiami.com. If you still do not have a profile there, please make one now! It is absolutely FREE!
Simon Testimonial
“Having been a part of martial arts for most of my life I can appreciate the one-on-one service Evolution MMA provides. It was an investment I have never regretted. The instructors, the facilities and students are excellent.”
- Simon
Jennifer Jimenez Testimonial
“All I have to say is, A+ facility, A+ mma instructors, A+ training partners, I don’t think it gets any better!”
- Jennifer Jimenez
Felipe Garcia Testimonial
“Training at Evolution MMA has been one of the best decisions that I have made in quite a while. I am involved in the mixed martial arts training program and I absolutely love it. The instructors break down the mma techniques making it extremely easy to learn. If you are ever in the Miami area I would definitely recommend you to go and see the school for yourself!”
- Felipe Garcia
Evolution MMA Social Network…
People, I have some great news, Evolution Martial Arts & Fitness now has a social network! Just in case you don’t know what that is, it is just like a facebook or myspace but ONLY for Tough Academy. Its a great place for you to go and meet people from our gym, get to know the instructors, and just straight up network.
There you will also be able to see instructional videos and begin to learn MMA from home if you are not already a student at our gym.
Visit network.MMAmiami.com to make your profile!
Tough Academy Launches New Website…
Welcome ladies and gents to our all new website! I hope that you all enjoy it! If you shall have any questions on how to navigate the website please feel free to drop us a message. Thanks again for visiting!