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The days are getting shorter and the temperatures are dropping! Sometimes the most difficult thing is just getting up and going to class. That`s why it`s important this time of year to make sure that you are taking care of yourself. Seasonal depression can creep up fast. We suggest a warm gi for the cold, exercise for those mood improving endorphins, and physical contact for the stress regulating Oxytocin. It also turns out we get rewarding dopamine from working hard. Whether you`re new to the sport or have experience we`d love to have you in! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #twistedfitness #twistedfitnessgym
The days are getting shorter and the temperatures are dropping! Sometimes the most difficult thing is just getting up and going to class. That`s why it`s important this time of year to make sure that you are taking care of yourself. Seasonal depression can creep up fast. We suggest a warm gi for the cold, exercise for those mood improving endorphins, and physical contact for the stress regulating Oxytocin. It also turns out we get rewarding dopamine from working hard. Whether you`re new to the sport or have experience we`d love to have you in! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #twistedfitness #twistedfitnessgym
We have another great addition! Please welcome Christian to the Alliance team! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #whitebelt
We have another great addition! Please welcome Christian to the Alliance team! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #whitebelt
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu when applied correctly can be very easy and requires very little physical strength. The hardest part of this is “applying correctly” and that’s what gives the art to Martial Arts. It’s like cooking. We can start with the same ingredients and utensils, but if we don’t follow the recipe, results will vary. BJJ is a skill and teaching is a skill. Both take time to develop, not only the understanding of technique, but its application as well. Our instructors are certified to teach, they continue to train and compete, to make sure we have the best understanding of effective technique. We take the time, we show the technique, and if needed, we show it again and again. Some of these things, we have to figure out on our own. This process is made simpler with good instruction. Yes, we want to learn the technique. The long term goal should be to understand the recipe. If we understand the recipe, we learn that we can substitute some ingredients for others and still come out with something great. That’s not something we learn from a book or video. That comes from hours and hours of time on the mat.
#madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu when applied correctly can be very easy and requires very little physical strength. The hardest part of this is “applying correctly” and that’s what gives the art to Martial Arts. It’s like cooking. We can start with the same ingredients and utensils, but if we don’t follow the recipe, results will vary. BJJ is a skill and teaching is a skill. Both take time to develop, not only the understanding of technique, but its application as well. Our instructors are certified to teach, they continue to train and compete, to make sure we have the best understanding of effective technique. We take the time, we show the technique, and if needed, we show it again and again. Some of these things, we have to figure out on our own. This process is made simpler with good instruction. Yes, we want to learn the technique. The long term goal should be to understand the recipe. If we understand the recipe, we learn that we can substitute some ingredients for others and still come out with something great. That’s not something we learn from a book or video. That comes from hours and hours of time on the mat.
#madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison
We have another great addition! Please welcome Micky (@bjj4mickeyj) to the Alliance team! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #bluebelt #newfriends
We have another great addition! Please welcome Micky (@bjj4mickeyj) to the Alliance team! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #bluebelt #newfriends
Our Gym is something REALLY Special! Is it a great facility with beautiful equipment? Yes! But, It`s the people that make this place so Amazing!
You are wonderful, talented, hard working and part of our family! Thank you to everyone who makes this place shine, we are truly one of kind!
If you aren`t yet part of our wonderful family, there is always room for more! Visit the website for more information or to sign up for FREE Trial classes!
Special thanks to @tactiholics for the Awesome video work! You guys are legendary!
#boxingmadison #madisonboxing #boxing #usaboxing #madisonwi #madisonwisconsin #madtownboxing #goldenglovesboxing #boxinggym #Powerlifting #madcitypowerlifting #Madison #madisonpowerlifting #uspa #usapl #wabdl #benchanddeadlift #deadliftanddoughnuts #bench #deadlift #TFG #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #selfdefense
Our Gym is something REALLY Special! Is it a great facility with beautiful equipment? Yes! But, It`s the people that make this place so Amazing!
You are wonderful, talented, hard working and part of our family! Thank you to everyone who makes this place shine, we are truly one of kind!
If you aren`t yet part of our wonderful family, there is always room for more! Visit the website for more information or to sign up for FREE Trial classes!
Special thanks to @tactiholics for the Awesome video work! You guys are legendary!
#boxingmadison #madisonboxing #boxing #usaboxing #madisonwi #madisonwisconsin #madtownboxing #goldenglovesboxing #boxinggym #Powerlifting #madcitypowerlifting #Madison #madisonpowerlifting #uspa #usapl #wabdl #benchanddeadlift #deadliftanddoughnuts #bench #deadlift #TFG #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #selfdefense
Happy Halloween! We still have classes tonight and this weekend. If we don`t see you have fun, be safe, and we hope you get some treats! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison
Happy Halloween! We still have classes tonight and this weekend. If we don`t see you have fun, be safe, and we hope you get some treats! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison
What`s a guard? Simple answer: something that protects something or someone. In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, our guard is our legs. In self defense, our biggest goals are protect ourselves (our head) and survive the situation. From a sport perspective, our guard protects but is also used offensively. We create distance between our partner and our heads while simultaneously looking for opportunities to get on top (Sweep) or finish the match (Submit).
The first focus when developing a guard is retention. Can I keep my guard? If we can, then we can challenge our opponent into making mistakes and we can take top position (sweep) or attack (submit) them. Each guard has its own unique set of rules, frames, off balances, attacks etc.
If you`re trying to develop a game, focus on one. All paths lead to that position and get well versed in the timing and intricacies of that position. There`s no secret to it. As the saying goes "the master has failed more times than the beginner has tried." Learn to play with your Jiu Jitsu and be grateful if your training partners can show you a flaw or gap in what you do. #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison
What`s a guard? Simple answer: something that protects something or someone. In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, our guard is our legs. In self defense, our biggest goals are protect ourselves (our head) and survive the situation. From a sport perspective, our guard protects but is also used offensively. We create distance between our partner and our heads while simultaneously looking for opportunities to get on top (Sweep) or finish the match (Submit).
The first focus when developing a guard is retention. Can I keep my guard? If we can, then we can challenge our opponent into making mistakes and we can take top position (sweep) or attack (submit) them. Each guard has its own unique set of rules, frames, off balances, attacks etc.
If you`re trying to develop a game, focus on one. All paths lead to that position and get well versed in the timing and intricacies of that position. There`s no secret to it. As the saying goes "the master has failed more times than the beginner has tried." Learn to play with your Jiu Jitsu and be grateful if your training partners can show you a flaw or gap in what you do. #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison
Focus on Isolation! We are often very reactive creatures. For example, if we get pushed, we push back. This “reflex” we have tends to put us in situations where we “lock horns” with our opponents. This is one of the most common traps in combat sports. We try to match strength with our opponent and in the end it’s a physical fight and the stronger person wins.
Instead we should focus on controlling our opponents and isolating their limbs. An arm vs an arm is a strength fight. A body vs an arm is a much easier fight to win and is one of the concepts of submissions. Take this example. The Omoplata. This is an Intermediate level technique, in which we use our legs to control our opponent and ultimately shoulder lock them. The first step is control. If we can’t control the situation and our opponent, we shouldn’t be trying to submit them. We should always show respect to our training partners and their bodies. Without them, we couldn’t learn, train, and do what we love.
#madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #omoplata #control #appreciateyourtrainingpartner
Focus on Isolation! We are often very reactive creatures. For example, if we get pushed, we push back. This “reflex” we have tends to put us in situations where we “lock horns” with our opponents. This is one of the most common traps in combat sports. We try to match strength with our opponent and in the end it’s a physical fight and the stronger person wins.
Instead we should focus on controlling our opponents and isolating their limbs. An arm vs an arm is a strength fight. A body vs an arm is a much easier fight to win and is one of the concepts of submissions. Take this example. The Omoplata. This is an Intermediate level technique, in which we use our legs to control our opponent and ultimately shoulder lock them. The first step is control. If we can’t control the situation and our opponent, we shouldn’t be trying to submit them. We should always show respect to our training partners and their bodies. Without them, we couldn’t learn, train, and do what we love.
#madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #omoplata #control #appreciateyourtrainingpartner
It`s Monday! Looking at the calendar and seeing the whole week ahead of you can be daunting. It doesn`t have to be! A good start to the week can set you up for success throughout the week and even be a jumping off point for next week. Focus on small goals or tasks and start knocking them down. Get some exercise. Try to learn something new. Before you know it the day is over. You`ve crossed off some tasks. You`ve gotten your heart rate up. Hopefully you`ve smiled a few times in all of that. And you know with a good night`s sleep, you`re ready to do it again! Hope you all have a great start to your week! #twistedfitness #twistedfitnessgym #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #Monday #startoftheweek #haveagreatweek
It`s Monday! Looking at the calendar and seeing the whole week ahead of you can be daunting. It doesn`t have to be! A good start to the week can set you up for success throughout the week and even be a jumping off point for next week. Focus on small goals or tasks and start knocking them down. Get some exercise. Try to learn something new. Before you know it the day is over. You`ve crossed off some tasks. You`ve gotten your heart rate up. Hopefully you`ve smiled a few times in all of that. And you know with a good night`s sleep, you`re ready to do it again! Hope you all have a great start to your week! #twistedfitness #twistedfitnessgym #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #Monday #startoftheweek #haveagreatweek
It`s the weekend! How was your week? If you can`t look back and think of something that brings a smile to your face then we should change that. Life`s too short to not smile and have a good time. It`s even easier when you surround yourself with great people. Passion fuels passion and smiling is contagious. Come in for an introductory lesson or trial class and see why we`re all smiling! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #smiles #happy #haveagoodweekend #surroundedbygoodpeople
It`s the weekend! How was your week? If you can`t look back and think of something that brings a smile to your face then we should change that. Life`s too short to not smile and have a good time. It`s even easier when you surround yourself with great people. Passion fuels passion and smiling is contagious. Come in for an introductory lesson or trial class and see why we`re all smiling! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #smiles #happy #haveagoodweekend #surroundedbygoodpeople
It`s spooky season, we`ve even seen some spiders on the mats! Spider guard is something we teach early on in our Fundamental curriculum and we continue to grow through Intermediate and Advanced. A good spider player can make you feel trapped like you`re stuck in a web. It`s great for distance management, sweeps, and submissions. Stop by and find out why this is one of the most effective guards in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #spider #spooky #friendlyneighborhood #watchoutfothewaterspout
It`s spooky season, we`ve even seen some spiders on the mats! Spider guard is something we teach early on in our Fundamental curriculum and we continue to grow through Intermediate and Advanced. A good spider player can make you feel trapped like you`re stuck in a web. It`s great for distance management, sweeps, and submissions. Stop by and find out why this is one of the most effective guards in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #spider #spooky #friendlyneighborhood #watchoutfothewaterspout
It turns out Tim wasn`t by himself in Milwaukee! Our very own Elias managed to earn himself 1st place at the Fuji Milwaukee Fall Open! Elias has been putting in a lot of time, work, and focus on his game and it`s great to see it paying off for him. Most people don`t see the grind, but will see the result. We`ll tell you, he has been grinding and with a smile on his face. We`re positive we`ll see you on the top of the podium again. Good work Elias! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #bluebelt
It turns out Tim wasn`t by himself in Milwaukee! Our very own Elias managed to earn himself 1st place at the Fuji Milwaukee Fall Open! Elias has been putting in a lot of time, work, and focus on his game and it`s great to see it paying off for him. Most people don`t see the grind, but will see the result. We`ll tell you, he has been grinding and with a smile on his face. We`re positive we`ll see you on the top of the podium again. Good work Elias! #madisonwi #allianceeusou #alliancebjj #madisonbjj #bjjmadison #madisonwisconsin #wisconsinbjj #bjjwisconsin #bjj #alliancebjjmadison #artesuave #thegentleart #ibjjf #Madisonmartialarts #Madisonselfdefense #bjjforselfdefense #womensselfdefensemadison #bluebelt