I think that gi and no gi are both part of the whole bjj game, and will help you gert a deeper understanding of the art. As to not fighting with the gi, if something happens, the individuals will probably have some form of clothing on. I don't relish the idea of fighting with a nekked man :)...
That's cool that you are trying to change up your teaching method Joe. IMO, isolation with progressive resistance is the best way to go for every body type.
Hey Joe, sorry I didn't respond earlier, didn't see the post. I'm not frustrated, just don't have time for a lot of BS. I'm not big into mud slinging so I'll refrain from talking about particular individuals. The difference is in training methods. But I will tell you what I don't like as far...
I think there are some great schools in the states and you don't have to go to Rio to get good a good club. BJJ like most things in life should be about the trip, not the destination. So enjoy the ride and good luck!
Like the other posts said, there are some places you can't carry, plus if I were to shoot, it is not to kill, but to save my own/loved ones life. If I can stop the threat and not kill someone would that not be a good idea?
So true Brian. I remember going to a seminar and the bjj instructor when he walked around asked everyone did they pay their seminar fee.
I know of 1 or 2 people who probably shouldent be the belt they are, but bjj has a wonderful way of showing this. It's called rolling. Any lacking of skill...
As I am at the end of my 30's, I have learned a few things.
That it is imperative to warm up correctly (full body) and then stretch before working out. Pre-hab is so much easer than rehab the older one gets.
Know when to tap and know your training partners. If you are afraid of gettin hurt...