IMPACT Update: Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Here is this week’s news:

1. Back to School - Cubs’ Club Clicks Into High Gear
2. Oregon Open Tournament Date Moved Back to October 11 to Increase Numbers
3. Launch of BJJ Blue Belt Skill Cards
4. Dewey’s Article Published on Top Strength and Conditioning Website
5. Special Programs Coming this Fall
6. Upcoming Seminars
7. New Gear: Women’s T-Shirt
8. Pictures at Large
9. Calendar

1. Back to School - Cubs’ Club Clicks Into High Gear

With the coming of the 08-09 school year, comes the Cubs’ Club Youth Program at IMPACT in full-effect. We are focusing on great technical Jiu Jitsu, character development traits, and fostering our positive competitive spirit.

Moms and dads: be on the lookout for the new “To Do” forms from your Cub. These are a great way to tie in “Black Belt Heart and Hustle” from the gym to performance and attitudes at home and school. It IMPACT, we are concerned about the development of the entire child … and this is our way of helping spread the positive influence of the gym beyond it’s walls.

To everyone:  We appreciate any positive words you can spread on behalf of the Cubs’ Club Program. With that, the beginning of the school year is a great time to recommend IMPACT’s Cubs program to family members, friends, and work associates. They won’t regret being a part of our positive team environment and fun training! ! !

2. Oregon Open Tournament Date Moved Back to October 11 to Increase Numbers

If 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 bring 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. This Saturday, September 6, we will be having the Newberg Crew in as well for a gym exchange — making it extra special! You won’t want time miss it!

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. Launch of BJJ Blue Belt Skill Cards

Starting September 3, we are formally committing to teaching the BJJ Blue Belt Curriculum in all of IMPACT Jiu Jitsu’s BJJ 1 and BJJ 2 classes. We have created athletes’ skills card which can be found on the counter near the office. All white belts please get one the next time you are at class and begin tracking your progress. These skill sheets will help in tracking athlete’s learning and understanding of the Blue Belt curriculum.

The focus of a good percentage of your time in class (BJJ 1 and BJJ 2) should be focused on the curriculum.

Classes to Curriculum

BJJ 1       1^st stripe material

BJJ 2       2^nd and 3^rd stripe material

BJJ 3       Fundamentals and supplemental material and secondary positions

Look for an expanded schedule when we move into our new facility!

4. Dewey’s Article Published on Top Strength and Conditioning Website

IMPACT’s Dewey Nielsen had one his articles published on one of the leading strength and conditioning websites this week. HUGE congrats Dewey. You ROCK Dewey! ! !

For those of you particularly interested in the latest in strength and conditioning, you may want to look into becoming a member of www.strengthcoach.com — it is a smokin’ good site!

Common Mistakes of a Mixed Martial Artist From a strength and conditioning perspective
Dewey Nielsen, Performance Enhancement Specialist

“There are many mistakes that I see MMA athletes do every day in the gym, especially when it comes to preparing for a fight. This article comes to life from conversations with other coaches (far smarter than I) and frustration with athletes. My goal is to shed some light on common mistakes I see and offer some strength and conditioning education on the sport I love and coach. Although we can argue that there are many other mistakes, I thought these are some of the big ones that should really be addressed.”

Read the entire article HERE

5. Special Programs Coming this Fall

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 1 SPOT LEFT / Program starts this Sunday. Talk to Coach Tom or Coach Eric

ATP Taking Training Up a Notch

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 - drills specifically designed to gain proficiency with skills - tactical strategies to employ techniques while rolling - all phases of game: take-downs, guard, mount, cross-sides - Team support - Personalized feedback and coaching guidance 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 2 SPOTS REMAINING!

6. Upcoming Seminars

$150 for 2 days $90 for 1 day You must register in advance Registration must be paid in full Limited space is available!

Marcelo Garcia Olympia, Washington Saturday, Sept. 20: No-Gi Sunday, Sept. 21: 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. ONLY 3 SPOTS REMAINING! Don’t miss this profoundly great opportunity to train with one of the best grapplers in the world.

7. New Gear: Women’s T-Shirt

Also, don’t forget about the other new stuff we’ve added at the pro shop:

8. Pictures at Large

MMA 3 Drilling	Coach Rodney running an Orientation
Coach Michael and the BJJ 1 Crew
Great training in the BJJ 3 Class - guys working their skills

9. Calendar

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