by Derek Kaivani | Jun 29, 2026 | Jiu Jitsu Benefits
One of the most beautiful aspects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is that it brings together people who might never have crossed paths otherwise. Walk into any academy and you’ll find students from every walk of life. Teachers train alongside business owners. Parents train...
by Derek Kaivani | Jun 12, 2026 | General News, Jiu Jitsu Benefits
My favorite part of coaching. It’s not the medals, promotions, or competition results. It’s moments like these. Watching kids learn, solve problems, build confidence, and discover what they’re capable of. Seeing them develop resilience, respect, and a growth mindset...
by Derek Kaivani | Jun 8, 2026 | General News
We had the privilege of learning from Lesley “Blade” Edwards, and the impact went far beyond techniques and positions. Every student walked away with new details to add to their game, but more importantly, they left inspired by his journey, experience, and the lessons...
by Derek Kaivani | Jun 6, 2026 | Jiu Jitsu Benefits
People always say, “Pressure makes diamonds.” That’s true… but they’ve clearly never had a black belt settle into side control. Suddenly the pressure from work, bills, deadlines, and life’s problems doesn’t seem nearly as bad. One of the hidden lessons of Jiu-Jitsu is...
by Derek Kaivani | Jun 3, 2026 | General News, Jiu Jitsu Benefits
Gearing Up for Summer: Learning, Laughing, and Growing on the Mats As we head into summer, there’s a special kind of energy in the academy. The days are longer, the kids are excited, and our mats are filled with plenty of smiles, laughter, and hard work. While...
