Week 10: Mount & Knee on Belly + Training with Gratitude
Word of the Week: Gratitude
Gratitude is more than saying “thank you.” In Jiu-Jitsu, it’s about how we show respect to our partners, our coaches, and ourselves. When we step on the mats, we have a chance to grow—physically, mentally, and emotionally. By training with gratitude, we focus on the opportunity in every drill, every roll, and every challenge.
This week, take a moment before class to notice what you’re thankful for. It could be a teammate who pushes you, the progress you’ve made, or the simple joy of training.
Tiny Champions
(Image: Tiny Champions practicing mount escapes)
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Self-Defense: Back Bear Hug Escape
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Ground Technique: Mount Escape 1 – Arms Pinned Bridge
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Specific Training: Mount or Knee on Belly
Talking Point: Show gratitude by encouraging your partner during drills. A smile, a “good job,” or a high-five goes a long way.
Little Champions
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Self-Defense: Back Bear Hug Over the Arms Escape
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Ground Technique: Instructor’s Choice – Attacks from Mount or Knee on Belly
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Specific Training: Mount or Knee on Belly
Talking Point: Gratitude means putting in your best effort. It’s how you show respect for your partner’s time and your coach’s instruction.
Adults GB1
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Self-Defense: Headlocks – Standing Guillotine / Escape Side Headlock with Punches
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Sport Jiu-Jitsu: X Choke from Mount, Armbar from Mount, Key Lock from Mount
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GB1 Drill: Technical Mount to Chokes / Open Guard → Pass Guard → Mount → Submission
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Specific Training: Mount / Knee on Belly
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GB1 Talking Point: The GB Belt System
Talking Point: Gratitude is recognizing every small step forward. Appreciate your growth and your training partners’ progress too.
Judo for Jiu-Jitsu – Week 2
We had an amazing turnout for our first Judo for Jiu-Jitsu class. Thank you to everyone who showed up! Let’s keep that momentum going.
This Thursday at 7:00 PM, Professor Adam will cover:
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Inside Control
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Kuzushi (off-balancing)
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Chaining Your Moves for smooth combinations
This week’s Judo curriculum:
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Ouchi Gari (Major Inside Reap)
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Sasae (Foot Block)
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Uchikomis (Repetition Drills)
These techniques will sharpen your stand-up game and flow perfectly into Jiu-Jitsu.
Why Gratitude Makes You a Better Martial Artist
Gratitude keeps you grounded. It reminds you to focus on learning instead of just winning. Because of it, you value your training partners and protect their safety. You also become more coachable, since you respect the time and effort your professors put into every class.
When we combine skill with gratitude, our progress becomes faster—and our community grows stronger.
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