Tuesday

6/29/2011

Good Morning Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 

Congratulations to Alejandro for winning the Outstanding Fighter of the Tournament Award. Alejandro has made tremendous gains since the 2010 End of the Year Tournament. At our recent tournament, he had an exceptional showing of transitions and attacks. His PERSISTENCE to learn, train, and adapt is something we can all learn from! 

In this message, 
1. July Schedule
2. Word of the Month
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1. July Schedule 
The schedule for July is attached. Feel review it & print it out for your convenience. Also note that a detailed schedule of practice times, events, and promotions will be updated online. 
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2. Word of the Month 
The Word of the Month for July is PERSISTENCE. Your days in July will be hot and your training will be blazing! Remain persistent through these months to get the most out of your training! There is nothing that beats persistence when it come to health and fitness. Know that a persistent Jiu-Jitsu player will always come out ahead in the end. 

Stay Persistent! 
--
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com
PROMOTING HEALTH AND FITNESS WITH MARTIAL ARTS IN THE GREATER SACRAMENTO AREA!

Monday

6/27/2011

Good Morning Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 

Congratulations to all the competitors from Saturday! Every match was an exciting display of technique & sportsmanship. Let's continue to improve skills and increase our knowledge of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Look forward to another tournament around the end of August or beginning of September. The BBQ was also amazing! Thank you everyone for all the awesome food! Also, a special thank you to Trevor for opening up his house to bbq, play video games, and hang out! Thank you for this very EXCITING day! 

In this message, 
1. Schedule
2. one-one Evaluation 
3. Pictures 
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1. Schedule 
An updated monthly schedule is posted online. Please go to the website and click on 'Training Schedule.' Periodically check back and mark your calendars for up coming events & promotions! Look forward to have Saturday Classes START in JULY!! 
http://www.edhbjj.com
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2. one-one Evaluation 
Here is another one of our Chain Sequence footage, this time with Aaron. We had a private evaluation session, and he did an incredible job. Enjoy! 
http://youtu.be/5AeRgDFeoN0
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3. Pictures 
In addition to some of the awesome pictures and video footage on facebook, Dave Huo posted his collection online. Please click on the link below to view the pictures. 
https://picasaweb.google.com/davhuo/EDHBJJTournament?authkey=Gv1sRgCOmIiePLkt7dkwE

Finish the month with Excitement! 
--
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com  
El Dorado Hills Brazilian JiuJitsu promotes health and fitness in the Folsom and El Dorado Hills through martial arts

Thursday

6/23/2011

Good Morning Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 

It's going to be another hot one today! Put into practice what we learned from the Nutrition Class by staying hydrated and getting some Vitamin D! 

In this Message, 

1. Belt Test & Assessment
2. Mid-Year Tournament
3. July Schedule
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1. Belt Test & Assessment 
Belt Assessment and Testing are underway. Here is an EXCELLENT sample of the sequence (chain moves) portion of the test. Enjoy! 
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2. Mid-Year Tournament 

This Saturday we will be having our mid-year tournament and BBQ. Here are the details:

- In-house Tournament: EDH, CA. June 25
Weigh-in: 6/24  from 6:00pm ~7:40pm (with the gi)
Weight Class: Grouped into closest weights for safety and competition
Tournament Time: Starts 10:00 am Doors open 9:30 am
Entry Fee: $10 (Paid at Weigh-ins)
- BBQ to follow at Trevor's house:
- Please sign up to bring a side dish, salad, or dessert
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3. July Schedule 
The July Schedule is online and a pdf copy will be sent in an attachment. Please check the schedule for Holidays, Events, & Promotions. Look forward to Saturday Kids and Adults Class starting! Please check back periodically for an updated schedule. 
For a current training schedule please go to:  http://www.edhbjj.com

Have an Exciting Day! --
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com 
El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, promoting Fitness, Health, & Character through Martial Arts

Tuesday

6/21/2011

Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu,

Congrats to Aidan on a Silver medal at the JiuJitsu by the Sea tournament. He did a great job training and preparing for his matches! Please congratulate him the next time you see him. 

In this message:

1. FREE Nutrition Class
2. Tournament & BBQ
3. Tricks of the Week
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1. FREE Nutrition Class 
Today kicks off the three part Nutrition Class from 6:35~7:00. Bring your friends, family, and questions! 
Included in our discussion will be Vitamin D and hydration during the summer months. 
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2. Tournament & BBQ 
This Saturday we will be having our mid-year tournament and BBQ. Here are the details:

- In-house Tournament: EDH, CA. June 25
Weigh-in: 6/24  from 6:00pm ~7:40pm (with the gi)
3 Weight Classes: below 175, below 205, Unlimited
Tournament Time: Starts 10:00am June 25
Entry Fee: $10 (Paid at Weigh-ins)
- BBQ to follow at Trevor's house:

- Please sign up to bring a side dish, salad, or dessert
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3. Tricks of the Week 
This is a video for members of EDHBJJ only. Here are some of the Tricks we covered in class last week. Please use the video to supplement your learning. Feel free to download the video or save the link for future reference. Please do not paste the link on other sites or send it to another person. 

Have an EXCITING WEEK!
--
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com 
EDHBJJ IS A BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL IN EL DORADO HILLS, CA. Search for us by looking up, EL DORADO HILLS BJJ, EL DORADO HILLS MMA, EL DORADO HILLS MARTIAL ARTS, MARTIAL ARTS FOLSOM BJJ. If you live in EL DORADO HILLS, FOLSOM, CAMERON PARK, PLACERVILLE, RANCHO MURIETA, SHINGLE SPRINGS, JACKSON, PLYMOUTH, GRANITE BAY, we would love to have you come in and do a FREE TRIAL! Jiujitsu provides AN ALTERNATIVE TO BOXING, YOGA , MMA, WEIGHT LIFTING AND RUNNING WHILE BUILDING DISCIPLINE, FOCUS AND AN ATTITUDE OF A CHAMPION IN KIDS, TEENS AND ADULTS.

Friday

6/17/2011

Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 

Good luck to Aidan at his competition in Santa Cruz this weekend! 
Also, there is a Gi/NoGi tournament in Natomas on July 30. If you are interested in competing please talk with Eliot before you register. 

Have an exciting weekend! 

--
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com 
Fitness and health with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Martial Art in El Dorado Hills

Thursday

6/16/2011


Dear Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 

We had our largest class of 30+ Students on Monday! Share the excitement of Jiu-Jitsu with your community and friends, bring them in during Buddy Week and get your 50% OFF coupon on our newly designed T-shirts! 

In this message, 

1. Nutrition Seminar
2. Testing & Assessment
3. Words for Thought
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1. Nutrition Seminar 
Dr. Petrice Foxworthy will be giving a Three Part presentation on nutrition starting next Tuesday. If you have any specific questions you would like answered, please send her an e-mail:
cambridgechiro@msn.com 
This presentation is open to EVERYONE! Invite your friends/family and help each other strive for a healthier lifestyle! 
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2. Testing & Assessment 
Everyone should have a testing criteria sheet in their hands by the end of this week. Please send an email with your Name and Number of Strips you have on your belt if you have NOT received a testing sheet. 

ALSO, THE SEQUENCE PART OF THE TEST SHOULD BE PRE-PLANNED AND PRACTICED WITH A PARTNER BEFORE THE TEST! IT SHOULD BE SMOOTH AND FLOW FROM ONE MOVE TO THE NEXT.
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3. Words for Thought 


One of our students forwarded this link to Eliot. It's a great insight into how you can progress in Jiu-Jitsu.  
Make sure you are listening to what he is saying from 6:20 ~. Technical, Tough, Technical... 


Have an exciting weekend! 

--
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com 
PROMOTING FITNESS AND HEALTH THROUGH MARTIAL ARTS IN EL DORADO HILLS 

Monday

6/13/2011

Hello Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 

The heat is coming! Make sure you are coming into practice well hydrated!! Drink at least 4 glasses of water during the day and bring your water bottles to practice!! 

In this message, 

1. T-Shirt Buddy Week
2. Kids Night Out / Summer Camps
3. Nutrition Seminar
4. Tricks of the week
5. Testing & Assessment
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1. T-Shirt Buddy Week 
 T-Shirt Buddy Week Starts today! Bring in a friend to train with you during Jiu-Jitsu practice and receive a 50% OFF Coupon towards our Jiu-Jitsu Shirts! 
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2. Kids Night Out 
 / Summer Camps 
Kids Night Out is this Friday June 17.  Nerf Guns, Dodgeball, Pizza & Fun. From 6~9 pm. $20 per person. See you there! 

Fun Camp
Nerf Battles, Lazer Tag, Sky High and Water Wars all in 4 days! 
June 20th-23rd, June 27th-30th, July 11th-14th or July 18th-22 (More info. at the front desk)
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3. Nutrition Seminar 
Next Tuesday kicks off a three part Nutrition Seminar by Dr. Petrice Foxworthy. The Seminar will start at 6:30 after the kids class and before the adults class. The seminar is open to the public, so please invite your friends and family to the seminar. 
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4. Tricks of the week 
This is the technique video of the week for members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian JiuJitsu only. Feel free to download the video or save the URL for future reference. Please do not send this link to non members or paste the link on a public site. Use the video as a tool to help you reflect on the technique we covered and visualize in your free time. 

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5. Testing & Assessment 
Almost every member enrolled in class should have received an Assessment or Testing Sheet by now. Please send me an email with your name and number of stripes if you have not received a criteria sheet. Private lessons are available at a discounted price during this month to assist those who need help preparing for the test and assessment. 

Have an Exciting Week! 

--
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com 
Promoting Fitness and Health in El Dorado Hills through Martial Arts! 

Wednesday

6/8/2011


Good Morning Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu,

Thank you to those who attended the Kung Fu Panda 2 Movie Night! Make sure to congratulate those involved in the West Coast Martial Arts EDH demo team. They did an incredible job preparing and performing. 

1. Belt Testing & Assessment
2. Buddy Week
3. Al Bundy
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1. Belt Testing & Assessment 

Belt testing and assessment will be held the week before the In-House Tournament. Everyone is testing or being assessed. You should have your testing criteria in hand by the end of this week. 
Private lessons will be available at a discounted price during this month: 
- One 30 min. Lesson: $20
- Buy Five 30min. Lessons, get One Free. 
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2. Buddy Week 
Are your friends already bored with the Summer? Next week is BUDDY WEEK! Bring in your BUDDIES and get a 50% OFF coupon for t-shirt purchases. 
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3. Al Bundy  
A little bit of Al Bundy and Jiu-Jitsu for you! This is just proof that Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone!! 

Have an Exciting day! 
Health and Fitness with Martial Arts in El Dorado Hills

Tuesday

6/7/2011






This is just a reminder... The Kung Fu Panda Movie starts at 7:10 pm. Tue June 7th.  Please arrive at the movie theaters 45 min. prior to the movie to get your tickets, refreshments, and watch the WC Demo      team perfom. There are 280 people that have  signed up to see this movie and the theater will only hold  298.  So if your not on the list you may not get in.  Also, because of  the number of people you will not  be able to bring any extra number of people that you did not sign up for.  This is going to  be an            awesome event and I look forward to seeing you at the movies....                                                        

-- 
Eliot Kelly 
Head Instructor 
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com  
BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU Training for Health and Fitness in El Dorado Hills, CA

Monday

6/6/2011

Good Morning Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 

This weekend Frank and Eliot went down to Long Beach to compete in the IBJJF World Championships. Frank beat the Brazilian National Champion in the first round (with a Kimura from the half guard) and lost to the European National Champion in the second round. Eliot lost in the first round to the eventual winner of his weight bracket. Congratulations to both of them! 

In this message, 

1. Movie Night
2. Summer Challenge
3. Tournaments
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1. Movie Night 


Kung Fu Panda Movie Night June 7th Tue
Time: 7:10pm
There'll be No Class Tuesday night after the 4:45pm class...
If you have not signed up for kung fu panda movie night please let us know ASAP. We have a theater that will hold 298 people currently we are at 215 people. Friends and family are welcome.
Come watch the West Coast Demo Team El Dorado Hills perform before the movie. 
  Please arrive 35 min. before the movie time to secure your seat, get refreshments and watch the demo thank you let's have a great time and................. Don't forget to wear your t-shirts to Movie Night!!



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2. Summer Challenge 
We have had several individuals who have started Jiu-Jitsu and with their determination and dedication have been successful in shedding over 30 lbs. That's no easy task! So, here is the SUMMER CHALLENGE: (June/July/August)
- Get into teams of at least three. At least 1 person must be from outside of Jiu-Jitsu class. 
 (Better those around you and better yourself)
- Come in by the end of June to test your Body Fat % with your team. (Individual % will be kept private)
- Teams & Body Fat % must be recorded before the IN-HOUSE TOURNAMENT (June 25). 
- Pay Entry Fee: $60 per Team. 
- Meet with Eliot once a week to check body fat % evaluate individual and team goals.
- Motivate, Encourage, and Train with one another to meet your goals.
- Winning Team will win the CASH Prize & matching Dog Tags! (Final % check is August 31)

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3. Tournaments 
Please let Eliot know ahead of time if you are planning on going to any tournaments! 
- Jiu-Jitsu by the Sea: Santa Cruz, CA.  June 18
http://www.strongvon.com/jjbts0611
- In-house Tournament: EDH, CA. June 25
Weigh-in: 6/24  from 6:00pm ~7:40pm (with the gi)
3 Weight Classes: below 175, below 205, Unlimited
Tournament Time: Starts 10:00am June 25
Entry Fee: $10 (Paid at Weigh-ins)
- BBQ to follow at the end of the tournament! 

Have an Exciting week!! 
--
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com
http://www.youtube.com/edhbjj
MARTIAL ARTS Training for Health and Fitness in El Dorado Hills, CA

Thursday

6/2/2011

Good Morning Members of El Dorado Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 

I failed to mention on Tuesday that Garrett, one of our new students, took Silver at the CA Judo Open in the Black Belt division this weekend. Also, Patrick from the youth BJJ class, competed in his first Jiu-Jitsu tournament in Sacramento! Please congratulate them the next time you see them!! 

In this message, 
1. June Schedule
2. Tricks of the week
3. Summer Challenge
4. LIVE broadcast of the 2011 World Jiu Jitsu Championships!
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1. June Schedule 
Attached is our Schedule for the month of June. Mark your calendars with all of June's EXCITING events! 
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2. Tricks of the week 
 This is an unlisted video on youtube for MEMBERS of EDHBJJ ONLY. The video covers some of the tricks we went over from last week. Feel free to save the URL or download the video clip onto your computer. Please do not re-post the video clip or send or past the URL to others. Thank you. 

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3. Summer Challenge 


We have had several individuals who have started Jiu-Jitsu and with their determination and dedication have been successful in shedding over 30 lbs. That's no easy task! So, here is the SUMMER CHALLENGE: (June/July/August)
- Get into teams of at least three. At least 1 person must be from outside of Jiu-Jitsu class. 
 (Better those around you if you want to better yourself)
- Come in by the end of June to test your Body Fat % with your team. (Individual % will be kept private)
- Teams & Body Fat % must be recorded before the IN-HOUSE TOURNAMENT (June 25). 
- Pay Entry Fee: $60 per Team. 
- Meet with Eliot once a week to check body fat % evaluate individual and team goals.
- Motivate, Encourage, and Train with one another to meet your goals.
- Winning Team will win the CASH Prize & matching Dog Tags! (Final % check is August 31)

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4. LIVE broadcast of the 2011 World Jiu Jitsu Championships! 
2011 World BJJ Championships LIVE Broadcast

 LIVE broadcast of the 2011 World Jiu Jitsu Championships!
Beginning at 9 AM Pacific Time on Saturday, June 4th, you've got a FREE PASS for the ALL-DAY ACTION including Black Belt qualifiers! Just head on over to Budovideos Onlineand log in with your account! Need help setting one up? Click Here for instructions!
And if you think you're ready for the ground-shaking pulse-pounding Finals Matches on Sunday, June 5th, you can pre-order your Pay-Per-View!
Sunday's matches will also begin at 9 AM Pacific Time, and with your Pay-Per-View you'll have a front-row seat to watch the world's BJJ Elite go toe-to-toe in the championship! 


Have an EXCITING week!
--
Eliot Kelly
Head Instructor
916-595-4064
www.edhbjj.com
MARTIAL ARTS Training for Health and Fitness in El Dorado Hills, CA