The Mental Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu for Children: Focus and Emotional Well-being Jiu-jitsu stands out not only for its physical benefits but also for its profound mental benefits, especially for children. Beyond learning techniques and grappling skills, jiu-jitsu offers a unique opportunity for children to develop mental fortitude and emotional well-being. We will dive into four […]
Bullying is a prevalent issue that can impact a child’s well-being and self-esteem. Parents and educators know how crucial it is to equip children with the tools to prevent and handle bullying. Jiu-jitsu, a martial art that focuses on grappling and self-defense techniques, plays a vital role in bully prevention by empowering kids with confidence […]
Ensuring the safety of our children is a top priority for any parent. In a world where self-defense is becoming increasingly important, enrolling your child in jiu-jitsu classes can be a game-changer. Jiu-jitsu is a highly effective martial art that equips children with the skills and confidence to protect themselves when needed. In today’s post, […]
Practicing martial arts is terrific for your physical and mental health. It comes with a whole host of benefits that can help you feel better. In fact, martial arts training can help everyone from kids to senior citizens look and feel their best. Here are 8 ways studying martial arts can improve your health, whether […]
Your New Years Resolution The New Year is here, and with it comes thousands of goals and resolutions in sight. 2023 is the year you should try something new! Martial Arts is an established system that can better the entirety of your being. Whether you need mental benefits or physical benefits like getting in shape, […]
Kids love taking martial arts classes because they learn how to do fun things like punching, kicking, and even breaking boards with their hands. What we love (and what parents love, too) is that martial arts practice is also a terrific way to teach kids leadership skills without making it feel like a lesson. What’s […]
Martial arts training is something that people of all ages and sizes can do. One of the most common questions we hear when people are signing up for our martial arts classes is this: Does size give people an advantage in a martial arts fight? Size does matter in the martial arts, but not necessarily […]
We’re back with another technique. Do you want to know the 2 different ways you can get your opponent to the ground? Watch the video below to see how. Thank you for watching. If your enjoying our content make sure to Like and Subscribe. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the Wake Forest, […]
Enrolling your child in a martial arts class can help them in a variety of ways. Children in our classes get the physical activity they need. There are mental and emotional benefits as well since martial art instruction fosters a healthy mind-body connection. One of the biggest benefits of martial arts classes for children is […]
There are a variety of ways to control the Armbar position. However, there is one way you definitely don’t want to do it. Watch our latest video and get these great tips. We hope you enjoyed our video. If you did give us a thumbs up and make sure to subscribe. Pendergrass Academy of Martial […]
Professor Rob and Guy are back to demonstrate another technique. Watch as they show you a way to shut down your opponent when he goes for a farside underhook in half guard. We hope you liked our video. If you did give us a thumbs up and make sure to subscribe. Pendergrass Academy […]
In today’s video Professors, Rob and Guy demonstrate a sneaky Americana setup. Visit our channel to watch more of our videos. https://www.youtube.com/user/Pendergr… Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the Wake Forest, Wakefield, and Raleigh NC areas. For more information about us check out: www.bjjnc.com. For more information on our adult program go to https://www.bjjnc.com/program/bjj/ or for […]
In martial arts, students learn more than the physical skills associated with Taekwondo or Karate. Each one of martial arts has core tenets that students must learn and apply both to their martial arts training and to life. The most important of these — because it relates to all the others — is something called […]
Training with the Opposite Sex Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a male-dominated art. However, more women are taking up an interest in training Jiu-Jitsu. As this becomes the case, it’s important to understand the unique challenges faced when it comes to training with the opposite sex. So, what are some of the concerns; For women: Fear of […]
We get a lot of questions about martial arts and weight loss. If you’re someone who wants to lose weight, then martial arts training could provide part of the solution. Here are 6 ways that studying martial arts can help you lose weight. #1: Burning Calories There’s a reason that exercise is at the core […]
There are few things quite like working out with a partner or spouse – a loved one of any sort. No matter type of martial arts you both practice, there are some benefits to exercising together. From perfecting your form to keeping each other motivated, you’ll find them here Read on to find out more. […]
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We’re back and in our new video, we share one of our favorite chokes with you: North / South Choke from Side Control. We’re going to start off in traditional side control. Without your opponent noticing your going to grab the very bottom of your far side lapel. You are holding side control and you […]
Watch our latest video as Professors Guy and Rob demonstrate how to enter into the 4-11 position from the sitting up guard. Starting in the sitting-up guard position, you’ll have one knee down and one knee up. This is so you’ll be able to do a basic hook sweep. Sometimes, your opponent will grab your […]
This month at the Pendergrass Academy we’re covering leg entanglement positions. Such as Standard Ashi Garami, Cross Ashi Garami, and both inside and outside Ashi Garami. In our latest YouTube video, we demonstrate switching side to side Ashi Garami. Check it out and subscribe to our channel. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the […]
If you are looking for a way to improve your health or get in better shape, you may not need to hit the gym. Instead, you should head to our martial arts school. Men’s martial arts could be the fitness solution that you have been searching for. Discover the benefits of martial arts for men’s […]
Check out our latest youtube video: ‘NO HANDS’ Guard Retention Drill. To begin the person on top will be standing, not kneeling. The person on the bottom will have both hands tucked inside his belt. The main focus of this drill is for the person on the bottom to use their legs only to help […]
This is one of Professor Guy’s favorite guard passes. This is an effective guard pass.Image 1: Hold both lapels with one hand and press into his sternum. On the other hand, control your opponent’s sleeve. Image 2: Once you have his lapels and sleeve control you’ll stand up. Leaning sideways. Image 3: Letting go of […]
Join professors Guy and Rob as they demonstrate a few partner stretches. Stretching of the hips, hamstrings, and the lower back is beneficial when it comes to Jiu-Jitsu. One of the stretches is the split leg position. You’ll bring one foot into your thigh and the other foot will be against your partner’s knee. […]
Stay heavy with your front knee on his chest. Make sure not to expose your heel. Keep your foot flat. Grabbing your opponent’s toes.Sticking your hip out will help to push his foot off.Next, you will step around your opponent’s head.After stepping around, you’ll slide into a high side control position. Now check out our […]
Starting inside your opponent’s knee shield. TIP: You never want your inside leg to be on the floor. You want to bring it up and staple his leg to the ground. Lift your other leg to put more weight on his leg. Otherwise, he’ll have the ability to pull his knee out and square back […]
Have you ever read our signs on the outside of our training room floors?? If not here’s an overview. GENERAL ETIQUETTE: We strive to maintain a positive atmosphere and sense of community at PAMA. Here’s how YOU can help: Please come to class with a positive attitude and remember to greet your instructors and classmates! […]
Starting in De La Riva, oftentimes you may have a cross sleeve grip or a cross collar grip but your opponent will break those grips. When your opponent breaks your grips you’ll extend your leg and kick up. It would be great to go for a sweep, but as you sit up and post your […]
To start you’ll be holding a knee shield. Your opponent will weave his outside arm through the middle of the legs. If you don’t do anything, your opponent will smash (press down on your legs). He’ll then sprawl out and come around to get the pass. This is the pass you are trying to counter […]
You’ll be starting with a right hand on your opponent’s lapel. Your left hand will secure a sleeve grip. Your opponent will typically reciprocate these hand placements. As you shoot your arm under your opponent’s arm, you will cross-step. As you start pulling your opponent down you want to aim to land in between […]
Professor Guy demonstrates 3 of the most important movements in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. 1.SHRIMPING 2. BRIDGING 3. 4-POINT BASE TURN Check out the video to get further details on these movements. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the Wake Forest, Wakefield, and Raleigh NC areas. For more information about us check out: www.bjjnc.com. For more […]
This week’s video is a Handstand Sweep to the Armbar. Check out the step-by-step pictorial below. You’ll want to start this technique off in closed guard. If your partner defends while in this last position watch the video below to get more details. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the Wake Forest, Wakefield, and […]
Top 10 Questions we get asked about our Academy & our Programs. If you were going to step into an Academy as a brand new student these might be some of the questions you could ask. How long have you been in business? This question may be more important to a parent. Some parents like […]
In today’s video Professors, Rob and Guy are going to demonstrate two options when your opponent stacks you while you’re attacking the armbar from the bottom position. There are a couple of counters you can do. Check out our pictorial before you move on to the video. Step 1: Jump the Shoulder Step 2: Step […]
In today’s video Professors, Rob and Guy demonstrate a sweep first in order to set up for the armbar. You will use your opponent’s defense, the way he posts his foot to stop the sweep. In doing this it will open up your attempt for the armbar. Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: […]
We’ll be starting off inside the half guard. Our opponent is going to go for the Kimura. So you’ve got to block his attempt. Now, this is just to buy you some time until you can pass the half guard. Next: You’ll knee slice and bring your hand back to the floor for stability purposes. […]
Anytime your opponent has an underhook and is halfway to your back you want to slow him down. To do this, you will do a small Whizzer and grab his collar with four fingers. Then pull his lapel out. By pressing his lapel toward the mat, you’re keeping him from coming up on his […]
Join Professors Guy and Rob as they demonstrate transitioning from Half Guard into other positions. Their favorite pass is to go for the underhook: Next: Forehead to the mat then tripod up. Then, knee slice out and pass the guard. However, we all know that our strategies on the mat don’t always work out as […]
There are 6 techniques that Professor Guy and Rob demonstrate in this compilation from the half guard position. Check out this mini-seminar. Here is just a sample of techniques that will be shown in the video. Sample 1 Sample 2 Sample 3 Check out the mini-seminar to get great details on all these techniques from […]
Starting off in butterfly guard, you’ll arm drag and come up to the back. Perhaps your opponent defends on this side and makes it difficult for you to get a second hook in. Instead of your opponent turning into you and then jumping to the opposite side the alternative would be to look for crotch […]
Join us for another video and blog. This technique is a Rolling Back Take. This technique can be done from many different positions. In our case, we’ll be starting in the butterfly guard (pic 1). We’ll have a 2 on 1 sleeve control. Next, you’ll exit your left hook, and you’ll drag your opponent across, […]
In this blog/video Chad Tyler and Professor Rob will be demonstrating a Lasso Sweep. You’ll start off in a closed guard position. Always make sure to have wrist/sleeve control. Putting your foot on your opponent’s hip you’ll shrimp your hips out. Giving yourself enough room to put your Lasso Hook in. If your first attempt […]
Professors Guy and Rob are back to demonstrate 3 of their favorite ways of escaping Knee on Belly. Escape 1: Escape 2: Escape 3: Now check out all the details in our latest video. Make sure to give it a like and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves […]
Here are some things to keep in mind step by step. Give this pictorial a quick view before you watch the video. #1: The primary attack is always going to be the choke, using a Kimura Grip. #2: The primary method is going to be to control the wrist, and fall to the […]
Join Professors Guy and Rob as they go through 4 ways to get into the Back Mount Position. Now check out the video to get more details about each position. Make sure to like and subscribe! Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts is proud to serve the Wake Forest, Wakefield, and Raleigh NC areas. For […]
The Pendergrass boys are back with another Back Attack video. This time it’s about Back Escapes and how to deal with them. Professor Rob talks about the ways that you could counter this escape. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts is proud to serve the Wake Forest, Wakefield, and Raleigh NC areas. For more information go […]
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Below are 4 quick pics of this technique that are necessary to make this foot lock happen. Image #1: Image #2: Image #3: Image #4: These are just some things to keep in mind while doing a foot lock from the standing position. Check out the video below to get even more details. Don’t forget […]
This is a standard defense against the Ashi Garami position/straight Achilles attack. This technique could also be done as a drill. Watch the video below for more tips. Thanks for checking out this week’s blog. We hope you enjoyed it. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts is proud to serve Wake Forest, Wakefield, and Raleigh […]
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Hello everyone, we’re back with another quick blog/video. This time it’s a simple drill, The Leg Pummeling Drill. This drill is effective when your working on leg locks and leg attacks. It’s fairly simple. Check out the quick video below. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts is proud to serve Wake Forest, Wakefield, and Raleigh NC […]
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In today’s video/blog, Professors Rob and Guy demonstrate an Open Guard Sweep from a failed Tomoe Nage Throw. This is a follow-up video to last week’s technique Tomoe Nage Throw. This sweep happens when your opponent reacts appropriately making it difficult to do the throw. Thank you for checking out our blog go to our […]
In today’s video/blog, Professors Rob and Guy demonstrate a Tomoe Nage Throw. This is a good technique to use when your opponent locks up and stiff arms you, making it hard to get in tight to go for any takedown or throw. Check out more details in the video: We hope you enjoyed today’s blog/video. […]
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Today’s technique is from the bottom closed guard position. Attacking for a standard Armbar. However, when your opponent starts to stack into you, you’re going to spin underneath. Starting with a traditional grip position – where you control one arm, hip out, start to spin for the Armbar, and attack. With your free arm, you’ll […]
In today’s video, Professors Guy and Rob demonstrate a Reverse Triangle Setup from Side Control. Thank you for checking out our video. We hope you enjoyed it. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more techniques. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the Wake Forest, Wakefield, and Raleigh NC areas. For more […]
In today’s video/pictorial Professor Boo and Professor Rob demonstrate a fundamental gi choke. We all know that as we roll our gi’s naturally come undone. Learn how to use your gi as part of the strategy for submitting your opponent. Next is to drop your elbow, similar to a bread cutter […]
Check out our short pictorial of how to do a One Arm Spinning Americana. We hope you enjoyed today’s pictorial blog. Click below to watch the entire video and get more great tips. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the Wake Forest, Wakefield and Raleigh areas. For more information check out our website at […]
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In this quick pictorial, Professor Guy and Professor Boo demonstrate a counter to the kimura defense. Pic #2: Prof. Boo will tripod up, bringing his leg out. Pics #5, #6 & #7: You can either settle into the crucifix position or (pic #6) you can scissor your legs and start to attack from this […]
The boys are back with some Kimura related techniques. This first video is a Counter to the Kimura into an Armbar. Check out this video to get more details. Remember to be on the lookout in the next weeks to watch more Kimura related videos. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the Wake Forest, […]
Have a White Belt Mindset, always be willing to learn. If you think you already know everything, you won’t grow or will grow slower. Private Lessons (individualized, vs group class) – problems you are having, tweaking them – new technique – how to deal with training partners (ex. Say they always pass your guard) […]
Let’s say someone walks up from behind you, they reach around and grab your neck. Most likely what they are trying to do is pull you backward and drag you. If you’re able to respond, you’re going to throw them overhead. First, make sure your fingers are deep in the forearm and the bicep. Secondly, […]
In today’s blog, it seems like a quick 3 step technique to a kneebar against a standing opponent. But…is it really? The key things to remember for this technique is: #1 Make sure you hook that hand behind the opponent’s leg. #2 Keep your hips high, don’t let them sag. #3 Make sure your opponent’s […]
In the first Armbar: For the second Armbar: For the third Armbar: Now check out our video for a closer look on the techniques. Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves the Wake Forest, Wakefield and Raleigh areas. For more information checkout www.bjjnc.com.
Starting off with a Single Leg Takedown Then moving into side control Your opponent will start to defend, You’ll go to a North/South position After the North/South position you’ll go back to the Hip Ride After Hip Ride you’ll pop up, swinging leg over opponent’s head. Your opponent will react by pushing your leg […]
Check out this quick step by step with pictures: Starting off in Knee on Belly position with your hand in your opponent’s collar. Next, you’ll take a big step while lifting opponent slightly. Make sure your hooks are in. Lastly, finishing the choke. Now check out our video: We hope you enjoyed our […]
To start we’re going to pop up to knee on belly. Next… you’ll put your knee on his chest. So you’re going to have two knees on his chest for a split second. Next… You’re going to take the arm that’s closest to his head, and you are going to grab the outside of […]
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Here are some simple tips to remember: Now watch the video and get all the details. Thank you for checking out our blog and video. We hope you enjoyed it. Remember Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts is proud to serve Wake Forest, Wakefield and the Raleigh Area. Check out our website at www.bjjnc.com. […]
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In our last video guest instructor, Jeff Crum demonstrated an arm weave half guard pass. In this video, Jeff again demonstrates what to do if your partner is blocking you from getting side control. Watch this simple tip that he gives. Keep it in mind the next time you’re on the mat. Check out our […]
“The foundation of the technique is timing, balance, and position and I think that’s true for almost all positions.” -Jeff Crum Before we even get to the half guard position, distance management and getting the top position are really important. Ideally if I can, I’m going to start off here. (Image 1) My partner will be […]
Our first key to holding side control is head control. If you can control the head, you can control the rest of the body. Most people think of side control with head control as a cross face with the shoulder. That’s not always the case. Sometimes we bring the arm over and get more of […]
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3 Martial Arts Benefits: Physical – The most common New Year’s resolution you will hear is to get in better shape. The physical benefits from martial arts are obvious. Martial arts will get you in shape in a way you find fun. Your body gets more comfortable with itself, so you have better control over […]
As soon as your opponent is fully elevated, you’re going to drop your hips to the floor. Your feet go to his hips. Also, you’ll have a hold on his sleeves. As we elevate him, the key is to make sure his face is over your face. If his head goes too far forward, backward […]
This technique will start in the side control position. Our arm is underneath his arm. Last week we talked about putting our hand on our cheek. If he were to bring that hand over our head, we can catch him in the Americana. With the hand on the cheek, we’re going to put our other […]
Starting from side control, placing your hand on your cheek-this way if your opponent ever passes his arm back over you can automatically catch this. Take your knee that’s closest to him and drag it close to his armpit. Your hand will be on his head to help lift the head as you pass your […]
Join the guys in this round table discussion about the advice they would give their less experienced selves as white belts in Jiu Jitsu. It is an interesting video to watch and learn a few things for yourself. You will probably be able to take away something and apply it to your own training. […]
If you are looking for a way to improve your health or get in better shape, you may not need to hit the gym. Instead, you should head to our martial arts school. Martial arts could be the fitness solution that you have been searching for. Discover the benefits of martial arts for your health. […]
This technique will start from the De La Riva position. Whether you have double sleeve control or same side collar, or cross side collar control; your opponent is always going to be grabbing the pants. Therefore his sleeves are going to be in close proximity. Next, you’re going to do a cross sleeve control, go […]
In this weeks blog we’ll share with you our YouTube link to our latest video: 4 Options from the Three Quarter Mount Position. Watch as Professors Guy and Rob show you some techniques such as the knee slice from the Three Quarter Mount Position. Learn other ways to make a submission while in the Three […]
Join Professors Guy and Rob in this quick but helpful video as they guide you into 2 different drills. Both of these drills are guard recovery drills. These drills will help you to get a better handle on your own guard. In practicing these drills you will learn to recover from a guard pass […]
To Start we’ll reach for the same side collar grip. Our other hand is going to block our opponent’s hand to make sure he doesn’t get the under grip control. So be sure to watch for that. Next, when he reaches over to get his grip, if he doesn’t change his stance you’re going to […]
We’re going to start off with a shoulder lock, then we’ll go into an armbar. Then we’re going to go into the triangle and lastly we’ll go into an omoplata. These techniques are based on your opponent defending these positions. Start off in the guard position. In this case we are wearing the gi so […]
If you are looking for a way to improve your health or get in better shape, you may not need to hit the gym. Instead, you should head to our martial arts school. Men’s martial arts could be the fitness solution that you have been searching for. Discover the benefits of martial arts for men’s […]
Back Take off of the Army Guillotine from the Turtle Position So we’re starting off in the Turtle position. We have one hook in, again maybe he’s defending the hook on the other side. Maybe you just don’t want to climb over and go to the back. He’s defending the neck on the same side […]
Starting in the turtle position, you already have one hook in. Your opponent isn’t defending the opposite side. It’s very common that your hand is going to come in on the same side as your body is. Because your opponent won’t be defending the opposite side we are going to slice our hand in from […]
Step 1: Starting in a standard side control position. Your partner my have his frame in place. You are going to switch your arms, block his hips and sprawl. Step 2: You’ll start to walk north/south. Then taking your right hand cut into his elbow. Step 3: Continue to walk sideways […]
In this weeks blog, Professors Guy and Rob will explain 4 details that increase your chances of securing the traditional armbar from the closed guard position. Key #1: Grab the wrist. This is so your opponent can’t curl his arm. One of the basic defenses against the armbar is having the ability to curl your […]
Bullying has become an epidemic in recent years. Yes, there have always been bullies, and yes, those bullies have always caused serious and lasting damage to their victims; however, bullying in the 21st century has changed – and not for the better. According to Pacer’s National Bullying Prevention Center, one in four students has reported […]
In this weeks blog we’re going to show you a technique we like to refer to as the Renzo Choke. It was originally taught to us by our old instructor, a long time ago, Renzo Gracie. In this side control attack you’ll utilize your lapel furthest away from your opponents head. The idea is that […]
Today we thought we’d share 8 mistakes that are commonly made by beginners to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. If you find yourself reading this blog and think ‘hmm, this is me’ then take heed! These examples will help you as you begin your journey. #1: Focusing on Attacks rather than Defense. It’s cool to learn sweeps, it’s […]
This weeks 2 minute technique is a Deep Half Guard Sweep to the Double Under Pass. Here’s another breakdown to the technique using pictures. Step #1: Starting in the combat stance. You’ll hug the leg, shin on shin. If you push into him a little he’ll push back and that will help you rotate. […]
This weeks 2 Minute Technique is from the Deep Half Guard. In this video you’ll learn how to take your opponent’s back by using his lapel. Yeah, his own lapel! Check it out below: Step #1-2: Starting in combat base, you’re going to (#2) spin using your right leg to help kick his leg away. […]
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