2012 Renzo Gracie Pittsburgh Jiu Jitsu Recap
This one was harder for me to write than the recaps for our first two years. This is not because 2012 was a bad year. … Read More
This one was harder for me to write than the recaps for our first two years. This is not because 2012 was a bad year. … Read More
Why Train Jiu Jitsu? It is a fair question to ask whether you are thinking about starting or have been involved in BJJ for years. It is hard; it takes physical and mental energy. It costs money, and, time. It can be rough on your ego since there is probably no one practicing who hasn't been beaten. When you do experience defeat in Brazilian jiu jitsu it happens in a more immediate, intimate, and personal dimension than most other experiences. With this in mind what brings people who have families, successful careers, and limited time onto the mats on a regular basis? What makes the young guy who isn't going to make his rent payment at the end of the month give up all the cash in in wallet for a new gi? Why does such a tough sport attract enough new competitor each year to make it one of the fastest growing sports worldwide? Read More