The Anti-Bullying Program
Anti-Bullying Program No more bullying program is back! Gracie Barra West is offering a FREE self defense program, so that every child in our community knows how to defend themselves against bullies. This program will teach kids 6 years and older to properly prevent, respond and deal with bullying. Gracie Barra West has developed a …
Anti-Bullying Program
Anti-Bullying Program The Anti-bullying program is back! Gracie Barra West is offering a FREE self defense program, so that every child in our community knows how to defend themselves against bullies. This program will teach kids ages 6-15 to properly prevent, respond and deal with bullying. Gracie Barra West has developed a coordinated effort to …
Week 14 Self Defense
Self Defense Self Defense for Week 14, Coach Todd and Coach Val demonstrate a defense from a driving front choke. This is a common attack one might experience, especially in a bar or club setting. The attacker, Coach Todd, drives Coach Val backward while holding both hand against her throat. The first thing Coach …
Week 13 Kata Guruma
Week 13 Kata Guruma Kata Guruma otherwise known as a Fireman’s carry is a sacrifice throw as part of the Gracie Barra week 13 curriculum. It begins with Coach Val getting standard Judo grips on Coach Todd. Once she has his collar and sleeve gripped, she takes a step forward with her right foot. At …
Week 9: Guard Pass
Gracie Barra West Week 9 Guard Pass This Week at Gracie Barra West is Week 9: Guard Pass and Sacrifice Throw Coach Todd and Coach Val demonstrate one of their favorite Guard Passes as featured above. If you are caught in your opponents Spider Guard, this is a great defense to get out and receive …
Week 8 Foot Sweeps
A key component in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo is Foot Sweeps. As we continue Week 8 in the Gracie Barra Curriculum Coach Todd and Coach Val demonstrate one of their favorite Foot Sweeps. Both Coach Todd and Coach Val get Judo Grips or collar tie. Coach Todd then locks out his elbow, the one on …