REVIEW FOR JUDO PROMOTIONS

We will need to review our throws.

Focus needs to be on kumikata (grip-fighting), then kuzushi (unbalancing the opponent), and finally kake (the actual throw).

These are the throws that I know we've covered in depth (with variations):

1. Ippon seio-nage
2. Koshi guruma
3. O-uchi-gari
4. Ko-uchi-gari
5. O-soto-gari
6. O-goshi
7. Ko-soto-gari
8. Ashi-harai
9. Harai goshi
10. Hane goshi
11. Tomoe nage
12. Tai-otoshi
13. De-ashi-harai
14. O kuri ashi harai

Let's get to work!!

THANKS TO WOLFPACK ORANGE-PARK

Thanks to all who attended the Christmas party. I hope you each had a good time and enjoyed the food and fellowship. I look forward to future outings.

Kris

WOLFPACK BJJ GRAPPLING CHAMPIONSHIP

WHEN: Saturday, 13 November 2010 @ 10 am

WHERE: Sarasota

WHAT: Gi and No-gi

COST: $35 (plus gas & travel time)

REGULAR BJJ & JUDO SCHEDULE FOR 9 OCTOBER

We return to our regular BJJ & judo training schedule on Saturday, 9 October, after the old-fashioned butt-whipping that UF took at the hands of the Crimson Tide last week. Hopefully for the Gators, LSU is an easier opponent tonight.

TIME CHANGE FOR 2 OCTOBER ONLY

We will not be having our reguarly scheduled judo class on Saturday, 2 October, so students can watch the 8 pm start of the Florida vs. Alabama football game. Judo will resume at its regular time next week.

BJJ class is moved up to 4 pm on Saturday, 2 October to accomodate those who will be watching the football game.

Go Gators.

JASON'S BLUE BELT

JASON COMPTON= BJJ BLUE BELT

After a year and a half of dedicated training with me, it became painfully apparent that Jason Compton has satisfied all of the requirements associated with earning a blue belt in BJJ under the affiliation of Wolfpack BJJ.

On Wednesday, 15 September 2010, we slipped Jason's family into the academy for a promotion ceremony. After quickly going through the curriculum requirements for BJJ blue belt and demonstrating a basic proficiency in the application of the techniques by rolling with me for a few minutes, Jason got to strap on a new belt.

Great job, Jason. We all look forward to continuing on the journey.

Kris

GREG DIFRANZA WINS AT PAN AMS

Our instructor, Greg DiFranza, won his weight class at the Pan Ams over the weekend by defeating two opponents.

Strangely enough, he also won two medals (a gold and silver) in divisions that he did not compete in.

WOLFPACK SARASOTA'S NEW LOCATION

Our instructor, Professor Charles Dos Anjos, has moved the main academy into a larger facility. The new location is 3688 Webber St, Sarasota (across the street from the original school way back when Charles first arrived).

Classes are scheduled to begin on Wednesday, 1 September. A new class schedule will consist of daily jiu jitsu classes for adults and children, traditional karate classes, muay thai, cage fitness and more.

ORANGE PARK WOLFPACK MEETS ROYCE

Three of us attended the Royce Gracie seminar at Smiley's on Monday, August 23. It must be noted that David was the only one who actually participated (and came close to overheating in the process).

I took detailed notes on what Royce covered during the seminar, so all of us should benefit from the techniques and principles that he demonstrated for quite a while.

Royce Gracie Seminar at Smiley's

Royce Gracie will be holding a seminar at Smiley's on 23 August (a Monday night) from 6 pm until 9 pm. Cost is $75 before 16 August, and $100 at the door. THe "spectator" fee is $10.

SUNSHINE STATE GAMES

The judo portion of the Sunshine State Games are Saturday and Sunday, 19 June and 20 June.

WOLFPACK BJJ UPDATE: MUNDIALS RESULTS

For those who do not know, the Mundials are the BJJ world championships. Our extended team under the guidance of Charles Dos Anjos black belt Vavislson "Junior" Brasil had two medalists at this prestigious event. They are:

Michael Scott, Gold Medalist, Juvenile Blue Belt (Super Heavy)

Kristin Kasten, Silver Medalist, Adult Female White Belt (Medium Heavy)

CLASS TIMES AGAIN

BJJ:

Monday @ 10:15 am
Wednesday @ 6:30 pm
Saturday @ 6:30 pm

Judo:

Saturday @ 7:30 pm

Location:

AFR Christian Karate
661 Blanding Blvd
Suite 509
Orange Park, FL 32073

FIRST COAST KODOKAN JUDO PROMOTIONS

Congratulations to all who earned their first promotion (gokyu) in judo:

Jason Compton: Yellow Belt
Ethan Edwards: Yellow Belt
Nicholas Nix: Yellow Belt
David Sullins: Yellow Belt
Kristopher Williams: Yellow Belt

Thanks also to our instructors for their diligent assistance, correction, and patience as we progress.

NEW BLACK BELT AT FIRST COAST KODOKAN

This past Saturday evening, 8 May 2010, Greg DiFranza promoted David Berlin to shodan.

Congratulations to Mr. Berlin on this accomplishment.

USA Judo Senior Nationals Results

Sensei Greg DiFranza takes the gold medal in his division.

Sensei David Berlin takes the silver medal in his division.

JUDO CANCELED ON SATURDAY, 3 APRIL 2010

Due to our trip down to Sarasota, and Lisa DiFranza's (Sensei Greg's much better half) birthday, judo class is canceled for this week. We will resume training on Saturday, 10 April.

See you on the mat!!!!!

APRIL 3, 2010: BLACK BELT PROMOTIONS

On Saturday, 3 April, Charles Dos Anjos will promote David Gatke and Dr. Pat McDonald to black belt in BJJ.

Time: 9 am-12 pm
Place: 4672 McIntosh Lane, Sarasota, FL 34232

Afterwards, there will be a BBQ.

Charles Dos Anjos Instructional DVD

Here is a link to purchase Charles' instructional DVD. I wholeheartedly endorse it:

http://www.kidjitsugear.com/product.sc?productId=8&categoryId=2

Time Change for First Coast Kodokan Judo

Effective Saturday, 27 March 2010, First Coast Kodokan Judo will meet from 7:30 pm until 9:00 pm in order to accomodate our traveling members who do not wish to battle people (on the highways) returning home from the beach for the day.

Sarasota BJJ Open

Here is information on the multiple events for the Sarasota BJJ Open:

http://site.sarasotabjjopen.com/

Wolfpack BJJ- Orange Park

My Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes are held:

Monday mornings (time varies)

Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm

Location:

AFR Christian Karate

661 Blanding Boulevard

Suite 509

Orange Park, FL, 32073

www.christian-karate.com

First Coast Kodokan Judo Club

Our Judo club meets on Saturday nights from 5:00-6:30 pm at:

AFR Christian Karate

661 Blanding Boulevard

Suite 509

Orange Park, FL, 32073

http://www.christian-karate.com/

Instructor: Greg DiFranza, 3rd Degree Black Belt

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