Winter Rank promotion: A day of acknowledgment and community Congratulations to all our jiu-jitsu students on their new rank promotions! On Saturday, March 14th, our community gathered for our annual Winter Rank Promotion, featuring a world-class seminar and a milestone ceremony for both our youth and adult programs. Mastering the Butterfly Guard The day kicked […]
Congratulations on the new Jiu Jitsu Rank Read More »
The power of goals: A goal is a dream with a deadline As we begin the New Year many are planning their year in hopes of attaining more wealth, better health, and a more developed character. Setting goals is the most important step toward achieving what you want in life. Walking through life without goals
The Power of Goals Read More »
Professor Robbie Chade receives his BJJ black belt the podium. Robbie Chade received his BJJ black Belt on the podium at the IBJJF World Masters Championship this September. Professor Robbie began his jiu-jitsu journey at Optimus BJJ 9 years ago. He has always been a voracious competitor. He has placed gold at both the Pan
Professor Robbie receives his Black Belt on the Podium Read More »
The Optimus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu team has been busy this year competing and winning many jiu-jitsu championships. The IBJJF has been keeping us busy with regular Jiujitsu competitions all over Southern California, and the tournament victories keep piling up. Jiu Jitsu tournaments are a great way for the dedicated Jiu Jitsu practitioner to challenge themselves and
2025 Jiu-Jitsu Tournament Victorys Read More »
2025 Winter Rank Promotion On Saturday the 22nd of February, we held our 2025 Winter Rank Promotion. It was such an exciting day for everybody! The day started with a master class seminar with Professor Tinguinha. Attendees were treated to step by step instruction on being heavy from side control. Tinguinha is Professor Grants’ teacher
2025 Winter Rank Promotion Read More »
https://youtu.be/Cl3VvwxNERY Kung Fu literally translated means skill gained through daily practice. Anything that is developed through daily practice can be considered Kung Fu, including jiu jitsu or strength training. Practice indicates a development of skill in the direction of mastery. If you regularly practice the martial arts, then it can be said that you have
A Personal New Year Message from Professor Collins Read More »
What happens to your brain on jiu-jitsu? Most people understand the benefits of training jiu-jitsu and martial arts on the body. Improved muscle growth, weight loss, and better coordination are the norm for regular practitioners. But what about your brain? There exists an overwhelming amount of evidence that physical training is incredibly good for your
Your Brain on Jiu-Jitsu Read More »
On Saturday, September 14th, Optimus Jiu-Jitsu held our annual summer rank promotion in Laguna Niguel. The day began with an excellent seminar by Professor Tinguinha, who covered several secret techniques for better guard retention. The mats were packed with students eager to learn the new Jiu-Jitsu techniques. It is such an honor to host Professor
Optimus Jiu-Jitsu Summer Rank Promotion Read More »
We brought our kids’ jiu-jitsu community together for a fun day at the Ninja Warrior Adventure Park On Saturday, August 24th we brought our kids’ Jiu-Jitsu community together for a day of fun and exercise at the American Ninja Warrior Adventure Park. The park was inspired by the hit TV show and is the first
American Ninja Warrior Party Read More »
World class Jiu-Jitsu seminar We were honored to be able to host a world class jiu-jitsu seminar with multiple time world champion, Joao Miao. Professor Joao and his brother Paulo are renowned for their technical and progressive Jiu-Jitsu. Not only is he a jiu-jitsu champion, he is an excellent teacher. He started the class with
