Category: Kids

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) extends far beyond being a martial art or sport; it creates an incredible sense of belonging and camaraderie among its practitioners. In this post, we delve into why BJJ is often referred to as a family and celebrate the bonds that unite us on this remarkable journey. 1. Support and Encouragement: Within […]

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art renowned for its effectiveness in self-defense and sport grappling. While flashy techniques and advanced moves may catch our attention, it is crucial to recognize the significance of mastering the basics in BJJ. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Strong Foundation: The basics serve as the foundation […]

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting and grappling techniques. Known for its effectiveness in self-defense and competitive scenarios, BJJ emphasizes technique, leverage, and submission holds to overcome opponents of any size or strength. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, it is crucial […]

At Supremacy BJJ, we take great pride in the supportive atmosphere we have cultivated within our gym. We believe that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is not just a sport but a community where individuals come together to learn, grow, and support one another. Our focus on creating an environment that promotes camaraderie and respect sets […]

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is much more than just a martial art – it is a transformative practice that can greatly improve both physical fitness and mental well-being. Here are some key ways that BJJ can benefit your body and mind: Physical Fitness: BJJ is a highly demanding sport that engages and challenges your entire […]

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is more than just a martial art; it’s a way of life that can lead to numerous benefits both inside and outside of the gym. Here are just a few of the benefits of practicing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Physical Fitness: BJJ is a full-body workout that improves strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall […]

If you’re new to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), you’re in for a treat. Supremacy BJJ aims to provide students with not only top-notch training but also a welcoming community that fosters growth and development. BJJ is a martial art that focuses on ground fighting and submission holds. Unlike other martial arts, it doesn’t rely on […]

In Jiu Jitsu, becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable is essential to grow in the martial art. There is a very good chance of ending up in a bad spot and not knowing how to get out of that situation. Getting smashed or being on the wrong end of a submission attempt is never fun, but […]

Starting school at any level or moving to a new school can be difficult for kids. Not only do they have to learn the curriculum with homework, projects, and tests, they also have to learn how to be social. It can be overstimulating and confusing, leaving kids feeling stressed. That’s where Martial Arts at Supremacy […]

Dear Supremacy Families, Your safety is our top priority and so is providing you with information and updates. In response to growing concerns about Coronavirus/COVID-19, we’d like to share with you the following important information. As a Martial Arts school, we are committed to the health and welfare of our students, families, and staff.  We […]

We’ve all seen the ads on the internet for “One Quick Trick” to get better at something we like. Unfortunately, there is no quick trick to get better at an activity. That only comes with hard work and determination. Before you succumb to the cycle of wave riding trends, look inward to see if you […]

When I was a kid and even now, I have trouble saying “no” to people. We get satisfaction coming through for family and friends, but when is too much. Over-stretching can leave us stressed and give us an anxiety that we can’t complete all of our tasks. The same thing happens to kids all over […]

I had a conversation with a newer white belt the other day and he said to me, “I love getting beat up and failing. It makes me a lot better when I learn what not to do.” This statement really resonated with me. I had the same exact mentality when I was a white belt. […]

Something that I came across that I found super cool was that fact that some of the previous Presidents of the United States actually trained in Martial Arts. There are many types of fighting styles or “disciplines” that make up the term martial arts. There were a couple Presidents; such as George Washington and Ulysses […]

Now that the New Year’s resolution mentality has worn down and you’re tired of the gym, why not mix it up? Normal workouts can get boring after a while which leads to you quitting. I believe Supremacy Jiu Jitsu has the option for you to change your daily workout for the better. Our Muay Thai program […]

With all the different techniques and variations from all positions in Brazilian, it’s difficult for first year students to remember everything and grasp the details. I have a few supportive tips that you can use to help you remember techniques and maintain the retention. First, use resources like DVD’s or YouTube. These can be invaluable […]

It’s just pass the New Year and the time for new resolutions is now! Let’s start 2020 off with a bang by coming down to Supremacy Jiu Jitsu. If you are serious about your resolution this year, it’ll make all of the difference in improving your life. Jiu Jitsu can help you get in shape […]

If you aren’t into New Year’s resolutions, but want to keep progressing on your path, how about setting a goal instead. Setting a goal is one of the best ways to help keep yourself motivated when times get tough. This is a necessity for kids, who typically have a shorter attention span than adults, when […]

First and foremost, I would like to congratulate you on taking the leaping and starting your Jiu Jitsu journey. Whether you started for self-defense, to get in shape, or just because your friend who trains dragged you along, it’s the first step to achieving your black belt. Starting anything new can sometimes be paralyzing if […]

I was asked by a few white belts recently what to focus on in the beginning of training Jiu Jitsu. For me, the biggest thing to work on as a new student is defense and escapes. When training with experienced white belts or higher belts you are going to be spending some time in survival […]

I recently had a conversation with a mother of a young girl who was dealing with a couple bullies at her Elementary School. Below is her story. She was harassed and didn’t know how to properly deal with it. Her mother then enrolled her in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu where she gained her confidence back and […]

If your child is struggling is school, there could be an alternative approach to punishment to get them to improve their grades. What I’m referring to is having your child try out Brazilian Jiu Jitsu here at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu. A general understanding of martial arts is that it helps learn self-defense and respect, but […]

I’ve seen the power of what Jiu Jitsu can do for normal people. I’m one of them. It is a self-defense that can give you the tools to protect yourself in a situation where you are being attacked. That is why I feel it’s invaluable for everyone to learn. The techniques and concepts you learn […]

I was asked by a coworker recently if Jiu Jitsu was right for their child. It’s an interesting question because parents want what’s best for their kids, but also want to protect them from the dangers of the world. I think Jiu Jitsu is the happy medium. At Supremacy Jiu Jitsu, we take special care […]

There are different factions in the BJJ community that focus on specific types of techniques in Jiu Jitsu. There is an older version of Jiu Jitsu that focuses on the self-defense aspect where grapplers primarily train to protect themselves if they get into an altercation on the street. The other side is the newer, more […]

Competition is a driving force in America. From sports to the corporate office, it can make us better and push us to heights and feats we previously thought were impossible. In Jiu Jitsu, we train a martial art for self-defense or exercise. After training for a time, you may be compelled to try competing. The […]

I see a lot of talk on social media about which style of training is better: gi or no gi. There are die hard grapplers in either camp that think that their style is the only way to train. In my opinion, I think the best way to get the most out your training is […]

I want to take a second and give praise to our Jr. Coaches here at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu. They have been an excellent addition and a big help to the adult coaches that run the kids’ classes. They fill the role of a near-peer mentor, someone close to the age of the students that can […]

I see many kids that come into the gym for the first time and not want to leave their parent’s side when it’s time for their class. That’s 100% okay! It takes a shy kid some time to warm up to new people and a new environment. The first tip I have in helping your […]

Kids love to play and have fun, but when it’s time to put in work in something they are doing they have trouble finding the motivation. I want to help parents inspire and motivate their kids with a couple stimulating strategies that will get them up and moving. First, keep an eye on what your […]

In Jiu Jitsu, becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable is essential to grow in the martial art. What I’m talking about is at the start of a roll you easily get in a rhythm with your “A” game during your training when everything is going your way. You’re hitting all your techniques perfectly, but suddenly, your […]

I’ve been bullied when I was younger because being the fat kid always got a laugh out of bullies. When this was going on, I never thought to come up with a game plan to deal with bullies. Kids today, from my perspective have it way worse than when I was in school. Talking to […]

Kids who are in martial arts tend to be better students, friends, and people later in life. The reason for this is what martial arts gives them in terms of mindset and ideals. These values will stick with them all throughout their life and could potentially make them the best person they can be. They […]

Have you run into a wall in your weight loss goal and can’t seem to figure out why? Chances are that your body has acclimated to your workout routine and it’s not burning the same amount of calories it used too. I have a tip that may be able to help. Switch it up and […]

     Once your child reaches 7 to about 9 they go through a renaissance of growth. They start to be more aware of their surrounding, pick up ideas and concepts at a quicker pace, and develop their morals and values. This age is where being social takes on another level. Kids at this age […]

Back to school can bring some kids down with anxiety, but it’s important to support them in their time of need. They could be dealing with the stress of making friends or meeting their new teachers and need your guidance to help them. Here are some tips to help you out in dealing with your […]

Martial arts require us to work together to get better at them. When training, sparring, or just working out having a good training partner can make the session that much better. Learning the skills to be come a good partner can boost others around you and in turn make you better in the process. Many […]

When babies begin to grow and move into being a toddler, they begin to undergo a special growth period. They begin to grow in all areas of development from motor functions to cognitive skills and it’s important to cultivate that growth with something constructive. That is where Jiu Jitsu comes in. Our Tiny Ninja program […]

Grade school can be an experience that can help set your child on to the path for greatness. It’s where they’ll learn, make friends, and take their first steps into the adult they’ll become. On a sour note, there are negatives as well, like bullying, that kids will have to deal with. On the brightside, […]

Success isn’t an easy thing to achieve and it takes patience to achieve your goals. There are some things to think about that can help lead you down a path to complete your goals and set new, higher ones. First and foremost, IQ is not a major factor in success. It’s a benefit of course, […]

Setting a goal is one of the best ways to help keep yourself motivated when times get tough when you are doing something you love. Most teens and adults are goal oriented to find purpose in their lives, but kids can have goals too. Setting reasonable goals for your kids can help them grow into […]

At Supremacy Jiu Jitsu, we understand how much fun activities for our kids is important for their development and entertainment with Jiu Jitsu. Our games encourage teamwork between the kids. Coming together to help one another in our team games or working against the coaches to win the game. This teamwork helps build communication in […]

Like all exercise, the physical movements in Jiu Jitsu can leave a massive positive impact on one’s brain. The endorphins released while training can have an encouraging effect on one’s mental state on and off the mat. The constant physical contact in Jiu Jitsu can have a positive effect as well. When someone doesn’t have […]

It’s no secret that the youth of today enjoy their smart phones more than doing anything else. Why does this occur? Many parents all over ask themselves this daily because it seems to show that their kids have a lack of motivation and only want to look at their screens all day. This can be […]

In today’s world more children are diagnosed with ADD than ever before. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu may be able to help them learn to control their ability to keep attention in their daily life. It’s not a “cure” per say, but for some kids it can be a positive tool in overcoming this disorder. At Supremacy […]

When you practice something, you can eventually become proficient at it. Sometimes they may feel stuck or find it hard to summon the will to keep coming to class. I have a couple tips to help keep them interested and fired up to keep training. Ask your kid what his/her most important goal they want […]

     Although helpful, flexibility is not as important as you think it is. There is a multitude of techniques and submissions you can do with limited flexibility. When you first start training you may find it difficult to get anything going, but with a little time and practice you’ll start to understand your body and […]

     Kids want to have fun over the summer, without a doubt. Here are some tips to help when you want to assist keeping that boredom at bay. Start out every night by taking some time to come up with a game plan to help construct and get the next day ready for fun […]

     Whenever you want to take on a new challenge, cost is an important factor in deciding on what to do. The thing with Martial Arts is it’s important to understand training is a service that isn’t based just on price. Finding a school that is good for you and provides what you are looking […]

Martial Arts has always been a staple in developing one’s character. It’s the reason most parent’s sign their kids up to start training. Apart from kids burning through their boundless amounts of energy, Jiu Jitu teaches kids discipline and respect for authority. For adults, it’s a little different. Most people come into Jiu Jitsu with […]

I came across a video by a Black Belt and Gym owner, Nick “Chewy” Albin. Someone asked him if Jiu Jitsu is effective in a street fight and his response was very interesting to me. He told this person to check out street fights on WordStar. I did research of my own on this subject […]

Schools offer plenty of sports such as football, basketball, and soccer. Did you know that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can help enhance your child in these sports?  With normal sports, they rep specific actions over and over until your child can perform them at an optimal level. Jiu Jitsu comes in to help in all other […]

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that is growing rapidly, and more serviceman are training every day. This is fantastic because Jiu Jitsu can help change lives and give people a new lease on life. Unfortunately, some of our troops don’t make it back and that is what Memorial Day is all about: Remembrance. […]

     In today’s daily struggle, it’s easy for kids to get discouraged with their schoolwork, sports, or because of a problem with friends.  They will encounter new situations that will test them every day and it can be to much if we don’t show them the way to build a strong mindset. The best way […]

At school, teachers and counselors are the driving force behind your child’s learning and development. Unfortunately, there’s no school during the summer, right? Here at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu we want your child to continue their development outside of the classroom. It’s easy to forget skills you’ve learned when you don’t use them and that’s something […]

     We here at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu have an exciting announcement! Due to our rapidly growing amount of Tiny Ninja’s, we have decided to open two new spots for kids to come in and learn with our stellar coaches. Starting this Monday, May 6, 2019 we are having extra Tiny Ninja classes at 4:30 – […]

Just a friendly reminder that school is ending soon and Summer’s right around the corner. You might be wondering where your kids will be and what they are doing while you’re at work. Well, at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu we have just the thing for you! We will be having a martial arts Summer Camp for […]

Recently I’ve done some reading in the champion’s mindset and how to improve my mental game regarding Jiu Jitsu. I think it has helped me quite a lot, so I was thinking what type of mindset white belts should have in their training. I’ve put together some things that will help them start the journey […]

     Spending time with your child is key to their development into the adult they are going to become. Taking the time to help them with their homework, working together to complete chores, or just sitting down to ask the how their day was can work wonders for them. Being a parent, on top of […]

     Parents all over America deal with the struggle of limiting their kids’ time on tablets, phones, and game consoles. The reasoning behind this is because of the adverse effects that kids spend all their time playing games can have. They create sedentary habits, not playing outside or exercising, and snack all the time which […]

     When I started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, there were little things that I didn’t know or understand until much later in my Jiu jitsu journey. I’ve had the opportunity to work with many white belts and have seen them deal with the same struggles that I went through. Here are a few concepts for you […]

     In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we always need a partner. Drills, rolling, or questions about technique, having a training partner is essential. Being a good partner is just as important as drilling the technique on them. Here are some tips on how to be a good partner. Hygiene is number 1. Most people work 9 […]

We’ve all been in a spot where we are having some success with learning something new, but we can’t quite put it together. If you can’t be at the gym all the time or don’t have access to your Professor, a good way to keep your mental Jiu Jitsu and learning sharp is the help […]

     Our world is a fast-paced whirlwind with tons of daily activities, school, work, you name it. Today, there’s a multitude of parents with kids that are diagnosed with ADD or have similar situations. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu may be able to help kids with ADD with their inability to focus. It’s not full proof for […]

     Teamwork may seem foreign to kids growing up so it’s important to parents to instill that skill in their children. Teamwork doesn’t come naturally to kids. They could be inclined to be bossy, could be shy, or get frustrated with being on the losing side of a contest. Some good ways to help kids […]

     As a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school that primarily trains in the gi it’s easy to get in the mindset that it’s the only way to train. While I love the gi, I understand now that there are benefits to training no gi as well. No gi has a much faster pace due to there […]

     Starting grade school can be a big change for kids when they first start going. They must start learning scholastically, but also socially at the same time. It can be overstimulating at times and leave your child frazzled. That’s where Martial Arts at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu can help them; by giving them an outlet […]

      In a couple months, kids will be out of school and free for the summer. The question is, what do you want them to do with their time while you’re at work? How about the Summer Camp at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu? Our kids’ instructor Laila has been running this program for years with […]

     A big part of why our youth programs are successful is in large part to the development of three distinct classes making sure kids of all ages are having fun and learning with their peers. Our classes are gated by age, keeping kids around the same age together building lasting relationships and keeping them […]

    Being a parent is a 24/7 job. An even harder task is trying to find ways for kids to eat healthy, beneficial foods. Most, if not all kids love sugar and complex carbohydrates because let’s face it, they are delicious. Unfortunately, a bad diet in kids has been linked to childhood obesity and depression. […]

     With school and friends outside the gym, it’s hard for kids to stay motivated to come to class sometimes. To them, it may seem to be too much, but Jiu Jitsu has always been able to bring the fun. After training, kids feel better about the day because they get to see their […]

     When you’ve been training awhile you start to pick up techniques here and there and eventually build what’s called a game plan. A game plan is a detailed list of your “A” game containing what techniques you know and are somewhat proficient with. When push comes to shove, these are the moves your going […]

A question that I wondered about when I first started training is, “what’s the appropriate age for kids to start Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?”. After a few weeks at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu, I watched in amazement as the head kids coach Laila was coaching kids as young as three! She was going through a technique that […]

     Something that I’ve had to learn the hard way in Jiu Jitsu is to do what your bad at. At the end of the day it’s the only way to get better at something you want to do. If you want to make music, you must get better at playing an instrument or singing. […]

One of the most dangerous things in Jiu Jitsu isn’t a technique; it’s someone who refuses to tap, even though a submission is locked in. Tapping to submissions is essential to prevent injuries and prolong your Jiu Jitsu career. Although it sometimes occurs with higher belts, this is mostly applicable to white belts. When you run into […]

     Jiu Jitsu has many ups and downs and during training, there are way more downs than ups. We call it, “peaks and valleys”, long periods of grinding and short bursts of success. Within the periods of grinding, it’s very important to the characteristic known as Perseverance. Perseverance is the effort required to do something and […]

     One of the hardest things in Jiu Jitsu, besides training, is convincing your non-Jiu Jitsu friends to try it out. I know I’ve tried countless times to bring my friends into the gym to try a class. Mainly so they can see and understand why I love Jiu Jitsu so much. Luckily, after enough […]

An interesting question that I have pondered upon and asked Coaches myself is how I can keep all the knowledge I learn from training in my head. Unfortunately, the truth of the matter is that most people can’t. It’s impossible to remember every detail of every technique you come across in Jiu Jitsu. The trick […]

From everyone here at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu, we wish all our present and future students a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! It is a time to be spent with friends and family. While you are all on a break from the gym, have fun and make holiday memories that will last forever. If you can […]

Receiving a stripe and getting closer to a new belt is something to be excited about. It means that your skill and knowledge were recognized by your teacher and you’re one step closer to the ultimate goal. After your celebration, you may wonder why you received a stripe while the training partners that started at […]

When I started training, I noticed that it was easier to do techniques on one side, but harder on the other. I could perform the technique we were learning on one side with competency, but it felt completely foreign on the other. If you’ve done Jiu Jitsu for any amount of time you know what […]

When you get that new promotion that you’ve sought after; whether it be you or your child, there will be growing pains. When you move up in rank, the competition from everyone ranks up as well. I experienced this when I first moved to the CAP class full time. I thought I was doing well […]

Something that I’ve learned through experience is anything worth having in life must be earned and if that something is given it won’t have the same impact. This couldn’t be more prevalent in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Every time you step on the mat your training partners show you that the hard way and you show […]

An important lesson I’ve learned is if you feel unhappy with how your current lot in life is shaping up you must step outside your comfort zone and make a change. New results are caused by a change in the formula so don’t be afraid to better yourself just because it could be hard. Hard, […]

I’ve only been training for a little over a year and a half, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world. I’ve grown so much and the experiences I’ve had with my friends in the gym are worth more than tuition price any academy charges. I hear from parents at work that Martial […]

Parents want what’s best for their children. Today’s kids are involved in as much as their parents can pack into their schedule. With an ever-increasing workload of homework and a mass of extracurricular activities at school it could be easy for any child to feel overwhelmed. Also, parents give in to their kids too often […]

Technology is a fantastic part of modern everyday life. It helps us with our jobs, lets us explore new worlds with games, or just relax and watch a movie on Netflix. Unfortunately, kids today have become more dependent on phones and tablets to have fun. There isn’t a problem with limited time on these devices, […]

Jiu Jitsu is one of the best sports for kids to get into. At Supremacy Jiu Jitsu we have a great curriculum for our kids to help them make friends, gain confidence, and self defense techniques that can be helpful in a situation with a bully. Unfortunately, about 25% of kids in schools all over […]

It’s the time of the month when new Tiny and Little Ninjas are selected to be Student of the Month at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu. Student of the Month is a great honor for our ninja’s. It bestowed to students who show dedication to their schoolwork, their gym mates, their training, and to their coaches. With […]

There have been times in my life where I had a fear of failing because I didn’t want to let people down. Has this ever happened to you? Instead of focusing on how to win by doing what you can do, you start to fixate on not losing and just try to win, without a […]

I started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to lose weight and learn how to defend myself on the street. My first few months were just that, I was losing weight and having fun learning self-defense and about the sport of Jiu Jitsu, but then something changed. I found a family outside of my own. The friends I’ve […]

Here at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu we have acquired a multitude of new students, from little ninjas to the adult fundamentals class at our gym and it’s been amazing! New students mean new training partners, and it’s providing everyone different body types to work with and to meet people from different walks of life. One of […]

Martial arts can be an important factor on how your child performs at school; whether it be Tiny Ninjas, Little Ninjas or our Teen’s class, they can all grow and achieve at Supremacy Jiu Jitsu. Most people think it’s just about learning self-defense and exercise, but there is a powerful third component that is under the […]