Medical Issues in MMA Seminar at Franklin Square Hospital

Dr. Deza Speaks about Medical Issues in MMA

Julius Park and Jon Delbrugge were on hand at Franklin Square Hospital to assist Dr. Veronica Deza with her talk on “Medical Issues in Martial Arts.”  Dr. Deza is the mother of Aiden and Madeline who are both involved in our Childrens Martial Arts Program.  We gave a short demonstration on MMA techniques and submission holds so the doctors would be more familiar with the mechanics of injury prevalent in MMA.

Dan Simmler Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar

Matt Serra Brown Belt, Dan Simmler came to Baltimore to teach a seminar at Crazy 88 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.  Dan is one of America’s most decorated grapplers and it showed as he showed “one of the most functional seminars I’ve ever been to” (real quote from one of the participants).

He not only went over the gripping system he uses but showed some of the Judo throws and techniques that he has been using since he began training Judo w/ Jimmy Pedro.  He then transitioned to some top game stuff that he is known for. 

Overall, it was a fantastic seminar and even better was that the proceeds were going to the Boys & Girls Club in Massachusetts that provides low-income children with martial arts training opportunites.

Paul Schreiner Pt 2

Paul “El Technico” Schreiner came back to the Baltimore area for another seminar.  This time he covered Butterfly Guard passing and a submssion attack from each control position post-pass.  Once again, it was super-technical and definitely gave everyone more stuff to work on.

Crazy 88 Hosts Felipe Costa Seminar

Felipe Costa, our good friend from Rio, gave another great seminar at Crazy 88. The Black Belt World Champion showed techniques and explained concepts from the top position. Like always, it was very informative! Make sure to keep your eyes on YouTube for the latest technique videos from this seminar and others that we have hosted.

Thanks to Paul Schreiner!

Just wanted to say thanks to Paul “El Technico” Schreiner for an awesome seminar.  Despite being a Black Belt, Paul remains a true student of the game and it showed in his teaching.  He went over his token Closed Guard (of course!) and then covered a multitude of finishes with the LITTLE details he has picked up over the years.  The clock choke variation itself was worth the price of the seminar.

We will definitely be bringing Paul back as it seemed that we only scratched the service of what he knows.

-Sorry, no obligatory fist-up group photo-

Brad Court Closed Guard Secrets Are Ours…

Brad Court, Team Lloyd Irvin Black Belt, and owner of Paramount BJJ, came by to share his Closed Guard secrets. Brad covered his favorite techniques and definitely brought up everyone’s game. Keep on the lookout as we will be posting a few of the clips online.

Awesome Turnout for Kenny Florian Seminar

Thanks to UFC Lightweight Title contender, Kenny Florian for teaching an awesome MMA seminar here at Crazy 88. We are dedicated to giving you access to the best grapplers and MMA fighters on the planet. Good luck to “KenFlo” as he prepares for his upcoming fight vs. Roger Huerta.

Brasa BJJ World Champion Stops By

Felipe Costa, BJJ World Champion from Brasa, has been training with us at the Lloyd Irvin Association since last Saturday and stopped by Crazy 88 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to share his knowledge. He went over some defenses to bull-fighting and then did a Q&A session so students could go over their problem areas. Thanks Felipe!

Make sure you check out FELIPE’S WEBSITE HERE.

Wilson Reis Puts on Great Seminar!

Special Thanks to BJJ United’s Wilson Reis for coming to 88 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to put a fantastic seminar. Wilson shared his advanced 1/2-guard attacks and back-taking series that he uses whenever he competes. Good luck to Wilson in his upcoming MMA debut next weekend!

Mike Easton Mixed Martial Arts Seminar a Success!

Big Thanks to Mike Easton who gave a 3-hour Seminar on Mixed Martial Arts. Mike is currently Reality Fighting Champion and just got back from Brazil where he KO’d Brazilian Top Team Black Belt Hudson Rocha. Look for Mike to compete again in California at the Pan-Americans in the Brown Belt division.