For the first time EVER we're announcing our Belt Promotion day in advance! The big day will be Saturday, September 13th, so mark it on your calender and make sure you're there! The promotions will start at 12 noon, so our Children's and Fundamentals Classes will be running as usual.
See everyone there!
Also, for those who haven't been in class lately I will be conducting a seminar at 88 BJJ (a Team Lloyd Irvin school run by Julius Park) in Baltimore MD tomorrow night. Our Monday night Advanced BJJ class will be an Open Mat.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Monday, July 7, 2008
Wilson Reis back at Paramount BJJ!
Undefeated MMA fighter and BJJ World Champion Wilson Reis is coming back to Paramount BJJ for a Special Seminar on Saturday, August 2nd! The 4-0 EliteXC superstar is fighting live on CBS July 26 and will be at Paramount the very next weekend for 2 hours of World Class instruction.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students of ALL skill levels. Make sure you sign up ASAP as we have limited space and spots go fast for Wilson!
*10% Discount for Students enrolled in the Black Belt Program*
This is a fantastic opportunity for students of ALL skill levels. Make sure you sign up ASAP as we have limited space and spots go fast for Wilson!
*10% Discount for Students enrolled in the Black Belt Program*
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
T-Shirts $10 thru July!
We've been working hard on several new T-shirt designs for the fall, and so far they're looking great! In the meantime, our gray Paramount BJJ shirts are on sale for $10- thru July ONLY. We have all sizes, from Youth small to 2XL in light and dark gray. Check em out:
Monday, June 30, 2008
Copa Atlantica 2008
After a fantastic showing last week at the US Grappling tournament, a few of the guys were hungry for more competition. So we headed up to Morristown, NJ for the Copa Atlantica tournament yesterday. As usual there was a big turn-out for this one- it's one of the biggest tournament circuits in the U.S.
First up was Chad Bender, who's been super busy lately and hasn't had much time to train. Even so, he trained as hard as he could and entered the tournament with about a week's worth of preparation. Although he lost his first match 2-2 (by advantages), he was pleased with his overall performance and felt as though he did the best he could. He fought hard till the very last second and that's all you can really do. Next time we'll make sure to get in the proper amount of training beforehand.
Kevin Macmullen was coming off a bronze medal at last week's US Grappling and looking to add more hardware to his collection. He won his first match 16-0 and as always was fresh and ready for the next one. Unfortunately, his opponent was able to exploit a few weaknesses in Kevin's game. Kevin escaped a super tight triangle and battled but came up short on points in the end. We discussed a few of the areas he needs to improve and I'm confident that once those mistakes are corrected he's going to terrorize the tournament scene.
Next up was Mike Tenaglia, who took second at the US Grappling last week and was back to battle again. Despite escaping a fully extended armlock Mike lost 6-0 to the eventual champion. We watched the footage afterwards and focused on a few details that could have changed the outcome of the match. Not surprisingly Mike was back in the gym less than 24 hours later drilling these moves and I'm excited to see him execute them next time he competes.
Despite the fact that we didn't come home with medals this time, I was pleased with the overall performances and happy that we were able to correct some things that will help the guys win next time around. Check back soon for pics and video!
First up was Chad Bender, who's been super busy lately and hasn't had much time to train. Even so, he trained as hard as he could and entered the tournament with about a week's worth of preparation. Although he lost his first match 2-2 (by advantages), he was pleased with his overall performance and felt as though he did the best he could. He fought hard till the very last second and that's all you can really do. Next time we'll make sure to get in the proper amount of training beforehand.
Kevin Macmullen was coming off a bronze medal at last week's US Grappling and looking to add more hardware to his collection. He won his first match 16-0 and as always was fresh and ready for the next one. Unfortunately, his opponent was able to exploit a few weaknesses in Kevin's game. Kevin escaped a super tight triangle and battled but came up short on points in the end. We discussed a few of the areas he needs to improve and I'm confident that once those mistakes are corrected he's going to terrorize the tournament scene.
Next up was Mike Tenaglia, who took second at the US Grappling last week and was back to battle again. Despite escaping a fully extended armlock Mike lost 6-0 to the eventual champion. We watched the footage afterwards and focused on a few details that could have changed the outcome of the match. Not surprisingly Mike was back in the gym less than 24 hours later drilling these moves and I'm excited to see him execute them next time he competes.
Despite the fact that we didn't come home with medals this time, I was pleased with the overall performances and happy that we were able to correct some things that will help the guys win next time around. Check back soon for pics and video!
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Reminder: No Class this Saturday
Due to the enormous Grappler's Quest tournament and the number of Team Lloyd Irvin competitors competing this weekend there will be no class Saturday. The No-Gi divisions are Saturday and the Gi divisions are on Sunday. We have a good group going from Paramount so come support the team!
Monday, June 23, 2008
US Grappling Videos
Little Mike's flying armbar
Eric's No Gi semi-final match
Big Mike's comeback in the Absolute
Brian's reverse-triangle kimura
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Great Performances at US Grappling!
This weekend we brought the competition team to US Grappling's Diamond State Games in Bear, Delaware. It was a great showing for Paramount and once again almost every student came home with a medal. Of greater importance is the fact that everyone gave 100%, and took home some valuable lessons from the experience.
Great job to all the guys who competed- many of which came back after disappointing performances in one division to medal in another.
Here are the individual results:
Eric Young- 2nd place, No Gi Intermediate
Mike Tenaglia- 2nd place, Blue belt featherweight
Brian Sieb- 3rd place, Blue belt lightweight
Matt Bauer- 2nd place, White belt lightweight
Kevin Macmullen- 3rd place, White belt middleweight
Mike Todd- 3rd place, White belt Executive Absolute
Adam Carpenter- After sweeping his opponent in the No Gi division Adam injured his knee while trying to pass. He competed again later in the Gi but it was obvious the injury was hindering his movement.
Paul Dinunzio- In Paul's very first tournament he was forced to enter the Advanced Teens division, since there were no other competitors in the Beginner category. With just 3 months training under his belt, Paul was up for the challenge and gave it his all.
Stay tuned for video from the matches, and for next week's Copa Atlantica!
Great job to all the guys who competed- many of which came back after disappointing performances in one division to medal in another.
Here are the individual results:
Eric Young- 2nd place, No Gi Intermediate
Mike Tenaglia- 2nd place, Blue belt featherweight
Brian Sieb- 3rd place, Blue belt lightweight
Matt Bauer- 2nd place, White belt lightweight
Kevin Macmullen- 3rd place, White belt middleweight
Mike Todd- 3rd place, White belt Executive Absolute
Adam Carpenter- After sweeping his opponent in the No Gi division Adam injured his knee while trying to pass. He competed again later in the Gi but it was obvious the injury was hindering his movement.
Paul Dinunzio- In Paul's very first tournament he was forced to enter the Advanced Teens division, since there were no other competitors in the Beginner category. With just 3 months training under his belt, Paul was up for the challenge and gave it his all.
Stay tuned for video from the matches, and for next week's Copa Atlantica!
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