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Instructor Roy Dean never disappoints in his delivery of crisp technique and solid instruction. Below is a video clip of his latest DVD, "Purple Belt Requirements". It provides a glimpse into the "attack by combination" mindset and, judging from the trailer, Mr. Dean is on-point and has produced another great product.

Remember, though, that it's not a memorization of technique that makes a jiu-jitsu fighter...that's only one part of the equation. It's also a matter of timing and being able to catch and set-up an opponent in the transition...that only comes with time on the mat.

Still, it never hurts to look ahead.



See you all on the mats --tonight!

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Here is some footage of some of our students competing over the weekend. Thanks to Mark Wilson for putting this together and capturing all the action. Like we've said about competition before, sometimes you're the hammer, sometimes you're the nail. We're proud of each of you for stepping out on the mat.

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We are proud to host instructor Ray Doomer on Aug. 2 at Spencer County Martial Arts for a two-hour beginner boxing seminar. Mr. Doomer trained Mike Tyson when the champ was in his prime. He brings to us a set of skills that will make our stand-up game very strong.

The cost is $25 and the seminar will run from 3 to 5 p.m. Pay at the door and no special equipment is necessary.

Mark your calendars and come out an support the Academy.

See you on the mat!

From the most recent Ohio Grappling Challenge, Master Pedro Sauer first-degree black belt Jim Kelly fights James Clingerman. Never underestimate the effectiveness of a cross-collar choke. 

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We'll be hosting an open mat for registered members of SCMA tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. We'll be going until about 1:30 or 2 p.m. I plan to train gi, but it's your call on if you'd rather work on no-gi technique. Let's train hard and start the week off on a good note.

See you then,

Brian

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In case you weren't aware, SCMA's very own Scott Sale recently climbed Mt. Hood in Oregon. The video below documents the effort, and it's quite impressive. The peak rises more than 11,000 feet and the mountain is considered the Oregon volcano most likely to errupt.

Congrats on the accomplishment, Mr. Sale! That jiu-jitsu is paying off my friend!

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Just a reminder that we'll be hosting a gi open mat today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Come ready to train hard!

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We will be holding a gi open mat session tomorrow, July 4, from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Come ready to train hard!

Although regular classes have been canceled due to the holiday, a keyholder has graciously agreed to let our jiu-jitsu junkies get their fix.

See you all on the mat - tomorrow!