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Michelle Fecteau

Apr 22, 20192 min read

Where Some Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Moves Get Their Names From

As like many words, or titles, the names given to something often times have a back story to their appropriated counterpart. This is no...

Michelle Fecteau

Apr 10, 20193 min read

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu keeps Kids off the Street

Children of all ages, skill levels, genders, and backgrounds have one thing in common. They want to feel wanted. Feeling as if they are a...

Michelle Fecteau

Mar 13, 20192 min read

The History of the Jiu-Jitsu Gi

1600 -1900s Japanese warriors, also known as samurai’s were known to wear kimonos. A kimono is a robe-like garment with wide sleeves that...

Michelle Fecteau

Mar 13, 20192 min read

Benefits of Martial Arts for Children

Children seemingly have energy for days. Parents are always trying to find ways for their kids to exert that said energy in a positive,...

Michelle Fecteau

Mar 13, 20192 min read

What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ is a grappling oriented martial art and combat sport evolving from ancient Japanese origin. Also written as:...

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