[novabiker]

Okay, I thought that was you. I met you a couple of weeks ago, I was looking at joining David Jacobs class over in Loudon Co. Which do you think is closer to Warrenton, your school or his (in the new location)?

[Bushi]

Originally Posted by novabiker

Okay, I thought that was you. I met you a couple of weeks ago, I was looking at joining David Jacobs class over in Loudon Co. Which do you think is closer to Warrenton, your school or his (in the new location)?

What's up Man. Small world.

I would suggest Mapquesting it and then factor in Traffic. Can you make it to mine on a Saturday? There is a way to train at both Dave's and mine since we are both Yamasaki and the fact that he is my Instructor. I will work with your schedule and budget, so let me know.

[novabiker]

Saturdays are good, what is your class size? Dave's were pretty sizeable, but then I hear he is top notch! I will mapquest it and get back at you.

First, Bushi, I don't think I've congratulated you yet, so Congrats!!

How long have you been training BJJ? Don't you also have a Aikido background or am thinking of someone else?

How are your classes structured?

Lastly, what types of drills do you guys do to help develop certain positions, movements, etc?

[dscott]

I don't practice BJJ so forgive me if it doesn't apply but.....are there any pressure points that are used in BJJ to escape submissions or help apply submissions?

[Bushi]

Originally Posted by novabiker

Saturdays are good, what is your class size? Dave's were pretty sizeable, but then I hear he is top notch! I will mapquest it and get back at you.

My class size floats around 10-15. I've had some get into the 20s, but that is just rare.

You are welcome to come out anytime you like.

[Bushi]

Originally Posted by fightauthority.com

First, Bushi, I don't think I've congratulated you yet, so Congrats!!

How long have you been training BJJ? Don't you also have a Aikido background or am thinking of someone else?

How are your classes structured?

Lastly, what types of drills do you guys do to help develop certain positions, movements, etc?

Thanks man.

Yeah I haven't been studying BJJ that long. I got my Blue in 6 months of training then I got my Purple at the 2.5 year mark. I train 10+ classes a week though (no shit) so that might have something to do with it.

As far as my background, I have a BB in Goju Karate, a BB in Nisei Kito Ryu Jiu-jitsu, a Brown in Judo and I did Aikido for a number of years.

My class is 20 minutes Warm-ups, 20 mintutes Drilling, 20 minutes Technique and 30 minutes sparring.

The drills I emphasis the most are:
Knee through pass
Matador pass drill
Knee on stomach(KOS) pop-ups
KOS spins
Straddle mount drills
Pendulum drill
Hip switches
Pyramid shrimps
Sit-outs
Armbar from Guard and mount
Triangles from guard
Kimuras from Guard
Hip bump drill
Etc. Etc. I could go on forever.

I feel drills have been the deciding factor in my quick progression in BJJ.

I spent at least 30 minutes a day solo drilling up until I tore my meniscus.

I just had surgery last Wednesday and plan to hit the drills even harder when I get back.

I hope this answered your questions.

[Bushi]

Originally Posted by dscott

I don't practice BJJ so forgive me if it doesn't apply but.....are there any pressure points that are used in BJJ to escape submissions or help apply submissions?

No not really. The problem with pressure points is that they are a fine motor skill that break down under stress. I once sparred a guy that tried pressure points on me. The problem was he was to concerned with getting them instead of escaping which led to him getting caught constantly. I feel that the effort put forth trying PPs is best served escaping or creating space. JMHO

On second thought, we do use PP...they are either applied to the neck or some joint.

[zefff]

I am thinking about entering this ADCC affiliated grappling competiton: http://www.bjj.eu.com/index.php?opti...=280&Itemid=27

Ive never attended or even spectated at a grappling comp apart from net vids. What should I expect on the day and throughout the day? Of course I know you can only generalise but what kind of things happen and what can go wrong etc? Also I have one month to prepare. How best might I spend this time in training? Should I keep working on position for points?

Oh and I am a novice with 5 months BJJ. What usually constitutes a novice? I train with other white belts who are awesome because they have black belts in Judo. Should I expect to face these kinds of opponents?

Cheers!

[Bushi]

Originally Posted by zefff

I am thinking about entering this ADCC affiliated grappling competiton: http://www.bjj.eu.com/index.php?opti...=280&Itemid=27

Ive never attended or even spectated at a grappling comp apart from net vids. What should I expect on the day and throughout the day? Of course I know you can only generalise but what kind of things happen and what can go wrong etc? Also I have one month to prepare. How best might I spend this time in training? Should I keep working on position for points?

Oh and I am a novice with 5 months BJJ. What usually constitutes a novice? I train with other white belts who are awesome because they have black belts in Judo. Should I expect to face these kinds of opponents?

Cheers!

Competitions consist of a whole lot of "Hurry up and wait" situations. Two things will happen with your weigh-in. You will weigh-in when you get there and wait to compete or you will weigh-in right before your division is called. If it is the early weigh-in eat right after. You will probably have a few hours before you compete. If it is before you get on the mat, then eat and snack up until an hourand a half of your weigh-in. Remember everything at a tourney will generally run about 1/2 to 2 hours behind schedule.

Before getting on the mat, make sure you have a nice sweat going. Do not step on the mat without having warmed-up. Do some pummelling drills, duck-unders and drilling to get warm. Relax and remember to have fun. I enjoy the test and love the tourney enviroment.

The month prior to your comp, spar the same way you are going to compete. Do not try to develop new moves and technique try to perfect your game and formulate your game plan. (If you need help with that just let me know). Start from the standing position and spar the full time. Get a copy of the rules and train within them. This is the only way to prepare.

Do a drop in at another school in the area just to get some experience against unknown opponents. Be cool and they should not have a problem. If that is not an option, then just do with what you got.

A novice is usually under a year grappling. Good Luck.