What we actually do… More than just martial arts!
Recently, I was reminded by a student of a post I had made on facebook a while back talking about the importance of our good 'Gym Culture'. It motivated this student to make a [...]
The ritual of ‘Bowing’ in the Academy.
Rituals are a feature of all known human societies. You can make the argument that the societies with the strongest ritualistic traditions most likely are the strongest and most beneficial societies to be a [...]
How to use the Self Check-In Kiosk at the front desk.
The Self Check-In Kiosk has arrived! Due to the substantial growth of the academy over the last few years we've been finding it more and more difficult to accurately track the attendance and progress of [...]
Ian Leiberman Seminar 2019
IAN LIEBERMAN SEMINAR - Saturday Feb 23rd - Session 1, 10am - Session 2, 2pm Ian began training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2006 with Amal Easton in Boulder, CO, and has continued his Jiu-jitsu journey [...]
Don’t jump out of the boat! – Taking time off and Injuries
Like any endeavor that requires a lengthy commitment, there will always be times where the pressures of life start to grind against your training time. Also, like any sport no matter how safe, there are [...]
Fargo Kickboxing Classes
- Are you looking for a great way to spice up your fitness blues? - Would you like to learn practical techniques that will help you in a self-defense situation? Then the Fargo Muay Thai [...]
A Little About Fargo BJJ Academy
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling-based martial art whose central theme is the skill of controlling a resisting opponent in ways that force him to submit. Due to the fact that control is generally easier [...]
5 TIPS ON HOW TO STAY ON TRACK WITH YOUR TRAINING.
5 TIPS ON HOW TO STAY ON TRACK WITH YOUR TRAINING. Tip #1 – Think of the benefits It helps if you clarify the reasons why you decided to do more or less of something, [...]
The History of Muay Thai
Various forms of kickboxing have long been practiced throughout mainland Southeast Asia. In Thailand, Muay Thai evolved from muay boran (ancient boxing), an unarmed combat method which would probably have been used by Siamese soldiers [...]
Eliot Marshall Seminar 2018 – Gi & NoGI – Kids & Adults
Prof. Eliot Marshall is an accomplished Easton BJJ Black belt competitor and UFC Fighter. He was featured on the Ultimate Fighter Season 8 and is the head coach of one of MMA's Top fight Teams... 'Elevation Fight [...]
People tell you to kill your ego… well, that may not be a good idea!
Bruce Lee wrote that: “Punches and kicks are tools to kill the ego.” It’s become a training cliche. Whether you are training with weapons or weights, someone will eventually tell you that your ego is [...]
What is Self Defense?
The topic of training for Self Defense has come up around the Academy a lot recently so I figured I would write a quick post giving an overview about what it means to me, [...]
Helio ‘SONECA’ Seminar 2018
WHO - BJJ Legend and Master instructor Helio 'SONECA' WHAT - Seminars for GI, NoGi & Kids WHEN - Saturday Feb 10: 10am Kids / 12pm GI / 3pm NoGi WHERE - Fargo BJJ Academy HOW [...]
What it’s like to try a class at Fargo BJJ?
The rise of the UFC and Mixed Martial Arts has brought a lot of attention to, and popularized Brazilian Jiu-jitsu greatly… but unfortunately it gives many people the wrong idea as to what is going [...]
Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Self Defense
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a grappling oriented Martial Art style with proficiency on ground fighting. Since the beginning, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was developed out of real fighting situations standing up or on the ground. In that regard [...]
Why I Believe That Every Child Needs Martial Arts
The benefits of enrolling your child in a martial arts program extend far beyond self-defense. Martial arts will help your child in nearly every aspect of her life. It will improve your child’s health, fitness, [...]
On Sheep, Wolves, and Sheepdogs
Honor never grows old, and honor rejoices the heart of age. It does so because honor is, finally, about defending those noble and worthy things that deserve defending, even if it comes at a high [...]
10 Reasons Why Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Is A Great Sport for Unathletic Children
1. Self Defense: Unathletic children tend to be targets for bullies. BJJ has been proven as one of the best self-defense styles since it relies more on technique and leverage over size and strength. Traditional [...]
Wai Khru Ram Muay – Origins and Explanation of the Ritual
Wai Khru Ram Muay: Wai is an action of Thais to show respect to others by putting the hands together like in prayer. Khru means teacher. Ram means dance in the old Thai traditional [...]
Bullying: The Tell Signs Your Child Has a Problem
How to recognize the tell signs your child is involved in bullying (directly or indirectly) and how Martial Arts can help… Back-to-School is in full effect, and it often comes as a relief for [...]
How Long Do You Want to Do BJJ? Training for Longevity
Why do you train? This should be the first question you ask yourself before deciding on any training program. The way you approach training and the type of strength and conditioning program you follow outside [...]
5 Reasons Why You Should Take BJJ Private Lessons
Everyone knows private lessons are the fast track to increasing performance on the mat and well worth the investment in yourself. Here are 5 reasons YOU should consider taking your game to the next level [...]
The Martial Arts for Children. Are Lessons Really Worth The Money?
An Open Letter to Parents Wondering if Martial Arts Lessons for Their Children Are Worth the Cost of Tuition. I was 9 years old when I was given my first martial arts lesson, in 1969. [...]
Why I needed emergency Open Heart Surgery!
Thank you to all my family, friends and students who have been worried about me over the last 2 weeks, it was a scary time, but thanks to the care some awesome professionals my open [...]