Benefits of Training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai Kickboxing Many people begin their journey in the martial arts for different reasons. Some for fitness, some for self discipline, and others for self defense. In this four part series we will look at the top four benefits from training in the martial arts. The ...…
Martial Arts Summer Camp in Wake Forest, NC – Benefit #1 : New Relationships There are many benefits for kids to attend a martial arts summer camp! In the next several posts we’ll be looking at some of the most important benefits of children participating in martial arts summer camps. We’ll begin by covering the ...…
Having a Win Only Mentality In our first 3 posts of the series “When Your Training is in a Slump” we discussed a variety of topics. These included “Comparing Yourself to Others”, “Outside Influences”, and “Being Closed Minded”. In our 4th and final installment of this series we’ll discuss how having a “Win Only Mentality” ...…
Demonstration at Relay for Life event in Wake Forest, NC Pendergrass Academy head instructors Rob and Guy Pendergrass (Black Belts under Gustavo Machado) led a demonstration along with some of the Little and Junior Champion students at the Relay for Life event in Wake Forest, NC on May 18th 2013. The group demonstrated Brazilian Jiu ...…
Closed Minded in Training In the first two parts of this series we looked at Comparing Yourself to Others and Outside Influences. The most common pitfalls in these two areas were addressed and some practical ways to address them were covered. Next we delve into a common trap for many, being Closed Minded. As the ...…
Renato Charuto Verissimo BJJ Seminar at Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts Renato Charuto Verissimo made his yearly visit to the Pendergrass Academy for another great Brazilian Jiu Jitsu seminar. In the video below Charuto shares how he plays spider guard and transitions to a triangle/omoplata position. Great for anyone who loves playing spider guard! Renato ...…
When Your Training is in a Slump: Outside Influences In our first part of this series we looked at how Comparing Yourself to Others can be detrimental to your progress and growth in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. For many Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a place to get away from all the hassles of daily life. A ...…
