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This is an excellent example of attacking by combination. Too often we get tunnel vision; a hard focus on one line of offense. Think about it the next time you train. Did you miss that arm bar or sweep because of your speed, technique or timing....or, was it he wrong move at the wrong time?

Instead, once your body is able to execute a move smoothly without resistance, attempt it in "live-time" but always have a back-up, or Plan B. In the beginning of this process, you may only have one back-up move. For instance, upa to elbow escape, or vice versa. Later in your training, and as you progress, you develop not only a Plan B, but you also have a Plan C, D, E, F....and so on.

The video below is an example of this in action.



See you all on the mat -- later today!

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Our recent promotion of three blue belts garnered some local media coverage from the Spencer County Magnet.

Congratulations again, guys!

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Just a reminder to let everyone know that Professor Bruce Shepherd is coming to the Academy on Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. for a seminar. At $25, this is an incredible opportunity to learn from a master technician and second-degree black belt. His wealth of experience and knowledge of jiu-jitsu will only make us all better martial artists.

Space is limited, so please see Scott to let him know you'll be attending.

Let's all wlecome Professor Shepherd to Spencer County!

See you all on the mat -- this evening!

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Ryron and Rener Gracie provide some good detail in the below video, which covers a standing guillotine choke defense:



See you all on the mat -- tomorrow night!

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The man who started it all turned 95 today. The Gracie Academy issued the following statement via email:

Today, my father celebrates his 95th birthday. I spoke to him this morning and am proud to report that when I called, he was tanning at his ranch in Brazil and was in very high spirits.

If you would like to send him a note or a birthday wish, please email it to heliogracie@gracieacademy.com and I will do my best to have it forwarded to him.

Best Regards,

Rorion Gracie