IMPACT Update: Monday, August 25, 2008
Here is this week’s news:
1. Team IMPACT Goes 1-1 at the Roseland on Saturday
2. Oregon Open Info Online and Tournament Prep
3. Special Programs Coming this Fall
4. Upcoming Seminars
5. Labor Day Holiday Weekend Schedule
6. No Cubs’ Classes this Friday
7. Pictures at Large
8. Calendar
1. Team IMPACT Goes 1-1 at the Roseland on Saturday
Rumble at the Roseland 38 - Saturday, August 23, 2008
Quick update from last Saturday’s fights at The Rumble at The Roseland. Fifteen fight night, good atmosphere, and solid match ups.
See the FULL Report: Here
2. Oregon Open Info Online and Tournament Prep
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Oregon Open Info Online IMPACT Jiu Jitsu hosts the premier Gi Tournament in Oregon. The event will be Saturday, September 13, at Liberty High School in Hillsboro. We are expecting well over 250 competitors from throughout the Pacific Northwest. Go to http://www.subleague.com/oregonopen.html for full details. You find: Rules |
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f you a planning on competing in the Oregon Open Tournament (or just want to turn up the intensity dial in your training) there are two things you can do that bri
ng out your tournament “A Game”:
1. Saturdays at 12:00pm, Coach Debruge, Oberhue, and Chapman will facilitate “tournament matches”! We will measure out the ring size, have the timers going, and be calling points. There is no substitute for the real-thing. Get your tournament technique, tactics, and strategies razor sharp with lots of goes. We had over 15 guys participate last weekend … and expect more next weekend. You don’t want to miss this GREAT training opportunity.
2. Coach Debruge is running a special Oregon Open Prep program for individuals and small groups that want to get some personal attention. Contact him directly via email HERE or call 503.350.3926 to make an appointment with him. He will do a diagnostic of your game and help you make a specialized game plan based on your strengths and attributes. This is a great way to really dial in your plan the month before the biggest tournament in the Northwest! ! !
3. Special Programs Coming this Fall
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Nutrition for Athletes (NFA)Interested in any of the following? - decrease body fat - increase lean muscle mass - improve your overall sense of well-being - get into “fight” shape What are you waiting for? Nutrition for Athletes (NFA) provides you with the necessary tools and support needed to successfully incorporate proper nutrition strategies into your busy life. This 16 week introduction course will help you improve your body’s athletic performance through optimal nutrition, fitness and conditioning, and personal program design. We are looking to start our next session in the early part of September. For more details go HERE or view the pdf pamphlet HERE.Time is limited. Deadline to be a part of the 4th edition of NFA is Sunday, August 31. ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT! Talk to Coach Tom or Coach Eric |
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ATP |
Accelerated Training Program (ATP): Blue Belt Curriculum Make your plans now to participate in IMPACT’s next Accelerated Training Program (ATP): BJJ - Blue Belt Curriculum This 12 week session will focus on a comprehensive coverage of the Blue Belt Curriculum. Attaining a blue belt is not guaranteed, but all participants will have a clear understanding of what the blue belt performance standards are and what they need to do to achieve them. - technical demonstration of skills Interested? Speak to a coach (Tom, Michael, or Armand) immediately. Space is limited and time is running out - we begin September 22. You won’t want to miss this intense, highly focused training session that is designed to take your Jits game to the next level! Space is limited — so be sure to get your name in asap! ONLY 4 SPOTS REMAINING! |
4. Upcoming Seminars
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Don’t miss out on this great training opportunity: Seminar Rafael Lovato Jr. Seaside, Oregon Saturday, August 30th See a coach or an office manager to pre-register at IMPACT. |
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 $150 for 2 days |
Marcelo Garcia Olympia, Washington Saturday, Sept. 20: No-Gi Marcelo Garcia is a world-renown teacher and competitor of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and submissions grappling. He has won the BJJ world championships at all belt levels (blue, purple, brown, and black), and the Submissions Grappling World Championships (ADCC) three times in a row (2003, 2005, 2007), in which he was voted the most technical competitor in 2003 and 2007, and participant in the best match of 2005. Marcelo is also a foremost expert in teaching BJJ. With his careful attention to detail and his friendly personality, he is one of the most sought after instructors in the world. In addition, he is an author and teacher of numerous bestselling martial arts instructional videos and books. Having excelled at the highest competitive and teaching levels of BJJ and submissions grappling, Marcelo is thrilled to share his love and passion for this wonderful martial arts with you. We will be taking a crew guys up to this. See a coach or an office manager to pre-register at IMPACT. |
5. Labor Day Holiday Weekend Schedule
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Labor Day Holiday Weekend Schedule Have a safe and happy end of the summer weekend! |
Saturday, August 30 Monday, Monday, September 1 Tuesday, September 2 |
6. No Cubs’ Classes this Friday
There will be NO Cubs’ Classes offered on Friday, August 29. Full Cubs’ Club class schedule will resume on Tuesday, September 2. See you all then! ! !
The adult No-Gi Grappling WILL occur at 5pm on Friday.
7. Pictures at Large
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“Saturday Rounds” - folks getting in tournament practice for the Oregon Open! |
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Cubs at IMPACT |
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Good Things Goin’ On In Da’ Berg |
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Promotions at Newberg Gym Blue Belts Zach Mock Richard Wheeler Heath Fervida Beast (Green) |
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Blue Belt promotion of Vincent Barner |
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8. Calendar
| Aug. 30 | Seminar: Rafael Lovato Jr. in Seaside, Oregon |
| Sept. 3 | Coaching University begins |
| Sept. 7 | Nutrition for Athletes (NFA) class #1 at 11 am - official start |
| Sept. 13 | Oregon Open Gi and No-gi Tournament - Hillsboro, OR |
| Sept. 20 + 21 | Seminar: Marcello Garcia in Olympia, Washington |
| Sept. 22 | ATP - Blue Belt Curriculum begins |
| Oct. 10 + 11 | Seminar: Fabio Santos in Vancouver, Washington |
| Oct. 18 + 19 | US Open BJJ Tournament in Santa Cruz, CA |
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