MOVING ON UP! This week we advance to one of the strongest positions in Jiu-Jitsu - The Mount! Many students have trouble feeling comfortable and balanced in the mount position, so we'll discuss securing the position at the beginning of the week. Our first Lesson Plan will cover both a basic … [Read more...] about Lesson Plans – Week of February 21, 2022
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Lesson Plans – Week of December 13, 2021
EXCITING WEEK AHEAD! Our week will begin with expanding on last week's topic of the Overhook from Closed Guard and introducing the Modified Overhook. The Modified Overhook is an excellent answer for dealing with larger opponents, as it allows us to use angles and frames to protect our position and … [Read more...] about Lesson Plans – Week of December 13, 2021
AND STILL! Congrats Mason!
This past weekend, CTA's Mason Fowler successfully defended his SUG Absolute Title against Vinny Magalhaes! Professor Caio had the following to say about Mason's preparation and mindset: "Most people complain when they join the competition team. They want to be successful but don’t want to do the … [Read more...] about AND STILL! Congrats Mason!
CTA-Irving repping Coast to Coast!
Over the past month, our students have been making us proud and representing us in amazing fashion - from Florida to California! Josh Caperton went to Tampa, FL and walked away with a Silver Medal in his Gi division and then followed it up with a Gold Medal in No-Gi. Although he hasn't been … [Read more...] about CTA-Irving repping Coast to Coast!