Baltimore Martial Arts
Tenyeh Dixon – Pro MMA Raffel
Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness is holding a raffle to help sponsor Tenyeh Dixon’s next professional MMA fight. Help Support Tenyeh and you could win some really cool prizes.
First Prize – Bushel of Maryland Steamed Crabs, a Case of Beer, a Pair of Windy Boxing Gloves & 2 Tickets to Our Next MMA Event
Second Prize – Three Month’s Unlimited BMAA Membership
Third Prize – One Hour Private Lesson with Tenyeh
Tickets may be purchased at our school. The drawing will take place at our school on Thursday night, July 18th at 6:45PM. You do not have to be present to win and there are no limits on how many tickets that an individual can purchase.
One ticket for $3
Four tickets for $10
Ten tickets for $20
Tenya has a Pro MMA record 12-9 with 7 first round finishes. Tenyeh won welterweight championships in Locked in The Cage & Xtreme Caged Combat. Interestingly, Tenyeh had his beginnings at Baltimore Martial Arts many years ago. We are excited to have Tenyeh return and to learn and benefit from his experience and knowledge gained over the years.
Tenyeh Dixon - Welter weight Champion Locked in the Cage & Xtreme Caged Combat
Tenyeh Dixon is Maryland’s most decorated and accomplished Mixed Martial Arts Fighter. He is Maryland’s first and only two time MMA Pro Champion. Check out this video of Tenyeh
Tenyeh “Skinnyman” Dixon
Maryland 2 Time MMA Pro Champion
Some of Tenyeh’s other martial arts accomplishments include winning the 2005 Lei Thai tournament in Hunt Valley Maryland and being a runner up at the King of San Da world ametur tournament in 2004.
Baltimore’s Newest Champion Tenyeh “Skinnyman” Dixon
Check out this article in the Baltimore Sun about Tenyeh Dixon
If you are interested in learning Mixed Martial Arts or if you already have MMA experience and you want to elevate your game to the next level, give us a call and we will schedule a sit down consultation with you to discuss your goals and how Baltimore Martial Arts can help you. In addition to MMA, Baltimore Martial Arts has other support programs and classes that work along with MMA that include: Muay Thai Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Russian Kettlebell Strength and Conditioning classes and more. Baltimore Martial Arts is also working on a venture towards hopefully adding Crossfit to its fitness programs.
Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Walk in M-F, 5-8 PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 2PM & Sunday 2-4 PM
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Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Denilson Pimenta BJJ Training Camp at Baltimore Martial Arts
BJJ Training Camp
Denilson Pimenta, one of the top competitors in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu’s featherweight division (Peso Pena – 70kg/154lbs), will be coming to Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness to teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from August 11th, 2013 to September 7th, 2013. Coach Denilson will be teaching classes, conducting special training camps & offering private and semi private lessons at Baltimore Martial Arts.
GFT Competitor
Denilson Pimenta is a member of the prestigious Grappling Fight Team (GFTeam). Coach Denilson is an internationally renowned BJJ competitor often placing or winning in most tournaments that he competes in. Coach Denilson recently won in his class at the 2013 Pan American Championships. Denilson’s success is a result of working with some of the best fighters in the world, such as Rodolfo Vieira, Theodoro Canal and many others.
Denilson Pimenta’s Achievements
- Pan American Champion 2013
- Rio Open Champion (2009)
- European Champion (2009 – CBJJE)
- World No-Gi Silver Medallist (2008)
- Brazilian National Bronze Medallist (2009)
- World Cup Bronze Medallist (2009)
Denilson Pimenta’s Biography
Denilson Pimenta grew up on the Favela’s in Rio de Janeiro. Denilson started Jiu Jitsu in 1991 as a way to occupy his spare time, in order to focus on something positive and escape the dangers of falling victim to crime. Denilson was awareded his black belt by Mestre Julio Cesar, GFTeam’s main instructor.
Denilson Pimenta’s BJJ Lineage
Lineage: Mitsuyo Maeda > Luis França > Oswaldo Fadda > Moacir Salomão > Julio Cesar Pereira > Denilson Pimenta
Videos of Denilson Pimenta
Denilson Pimenta x Douglas Moura by X-COMBAT
Denilson Pimenta x Mário Reis by X-COMBAT
Denilson Pimenta e Tiago Bravo – Rio Internacional Jiu-Jitsu Qualifier – 73kg
Baltimore Martial Arts is looking for somebody who is able to provide housing at a discounted rate or possibly in exchange for private lessons or a membership exchange. If you are interested please reply email with the subject line: DENILSON PIMENTA to Gary Berger
Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Walk in M-F, 5-8 PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 2PM & Sunday 2-4 PM
Visit our You Tube Channel{Baltimore Martial Arts You Tube}.
Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Renato Tavares Seminar Photos
Renato Tavares, 5th Degree Black Belt, American Top Team Coach taught a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts Academy in Catonsville, Maryland on Saturday May 11th. Master Tavres also gave us a FREE class the Friday night before.
Do see more photos of Renato Tavare’s seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts CLICK HERE and use password Renato
Renato Tavres Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar Baltimore Martial Arts May 11th, 2013
Master Tavares taught various techniques applicable to the ‘De La Riva’ guard. Emphasis was placed on the ‘Bebibolo’ sweep that has become prevalent in higher level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournamants.
Danyelle Berger is seen in the picture to the left preforming the Berimbolo Sweep. Famous Competitors and world BJJ champions like Rafael & Guilherme Mendes (aka the Mendes Brothers) are famous for their Berimbolo sweeps.
Justin Pyle Jr., age 16, passed his adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu belt exam with Master Tavares. Justin Jr. did a great job preforming the techniques asked of him. He also had to wrestle an adult blue belt that was about 40 pounds heavier and only submitted once. His next opponent was a tough adult white belt which he submitted with a choke. Justin Jr. has been practicing BJJ for over five years under the instruction of Gary Berger as well as other instructors at Baltimore Martial Arts. Justin Jr. is also an avid competitor at NAGA, Grappler Quest, The Good Fight, Junior Grappling Association etc.
Students practicing Berimbolo and open guard drills on the wall
Renato Tavares was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1968. Renato started learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the age of 6 years old. Renato Received his BJJ black belt in 1995 from the legendary and late Carlson Gracie Senior. Carlson He was the eldest son of Carlos Gracie, founder of the BJJ system in the late 1920s with his late uncle Hélio Gracie. In addition to training Renato, Carlson Gracie also trained many other top Brajilian jiu jitsu competitors including Allan Goes, Murilo Bustamante, Mario Sperry, Wallid Ismail, Pablo Popovitch, Kevin Christopher, Andre Pederneiras, Julio Fernandez, Ricardo Liborio, Marcus Soares, Rodrigo Medeiros, Ricardo “Rey” Diogo, Marcelo Alonso, Vitor Belfort, Stephan Bonnar, Julio “Foca” Fernandez.
A master technician, Renato has competed for more than 33 years and won over 200 Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu events, including World Championship, Panamericans, Internationals, Nationals, and States. Renato has been teaching Brazilian Jiu jitsu classes to students from a variety of backgrounds including FBI, Military, Police Officers & UFC reality show contestants. Renato is also professional mixed martial arts fighter. Renato is regarded by many as one of the best Brazilian Jiu jitsu competiors and coaches in the world.
Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Walk in M-F, 5-8 PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 2PM & Sunday 2-4 PM
Visit our You Tube Channel{Baltimore Martial Arts You Tube}.
Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
Looking for a map?
To read more reviews about Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness please visit our GOOGLE PLACE PAGE.
Renato Tavare’s FREE Class Tonight
Renato Tavares, 5th Degree Black Belt, American Top Team Coach will be conducting a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts Academy in Catonsville, Maryland on Saturday May 11th 10:30AM-1:30PM. Register today and attend a FREE BJJ class taught by Master Tavares this evening (Friday May 10th) 6:30-7:30PM. Friday’s FREE class is only for individuals that pre-register.
Special FREE Class Friday evening with Master Tavares for those that pre-register
registration cost is $50
Renato Tavares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts 2011
International & World BJJ Champion
Renato Tavares was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1968. Renato started learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the age of 6 years old. Renato Received his BJJ black belt in 1995 from the legendary and late Carlson Gracie Senior. Carlson He was the eldest son of Carlos Gracie, founder of the BJJ system in the late 1920s with his late uncle Hélio Gracie. In addition to training Renato, Carlson Gracie also trained many other top Brajilian jiu jitsu competitors including Allan Goes, Murilo Bustamante, Mario Sperry, Wallid Ismail, Pablo Popovitch, Kevin Christopher, Andre Pederneiras, Julio Fernandez, Ricardo Liborio, Marcus Soares, Rodrigo Medeiros, Ricardo “Rey” Diogo, Marcelo Alonso, Vitor Belfort, Stephan Bonnar, Julio “Foca” Fernandez.
A master technician, Renato has competed for more than 33 years and won over 200 Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu events, including World Championship, Panamericans, Internationals, Nationals, and States. Renato has been teaching Brazilian Jiu jitsu classes to students from a variety of backgrounds including FBI, Military, Police Officers & UFC reality show contestants. Renato is also professional mixed martial arts fighter. Renato is regarded by many as one of the best Brazilian Jiu jitsu competiors and coaches in the world.
Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Walk in M-F, 5-8 PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 2PM & Sunday 2-4 PM
Visit our You Tube Channel{Baltimore Martial Arts You Tube}.
Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
Looking for a map?
To read more reviews about Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness please visit our GOOGLE PLACE PAGE.
Live with a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Master
Denilson Pimenta, one of the top competitors in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s featherweight division (Peso Pena), will be visiting Baltimore Martial Arts as a guest instructor for a 3-4 week period sometime between August 12th – October 18th. Baltimore Martial Arts is looking for somebody who is able to provide housing at a discounted rate or possibly in exchange for private lessons or a membership exchange. If you are interested please reply email with the subject line: DENILSON PIMENTA to Gary Berger
GFT Competitor
Denilson Pimenta is a member of the prestigious Grappling Fight Team (GFTeam). Denilson is an internationally renowned BJJ competitor often placing or winning in most tournaments that he competes in. Denilson recently won in his class at the 2013 Pan American Championships. Denilson’s success is a result of working with some of the best fighters in the world, such as Rodolfo Vieira, Theodoro Canal and many others.
Denilson Pimenta’s Achievements
- Pan American Champion 2013
- Rio Open Champion (2009)
- European Champion (2009 – CBJJE)
- World No-Gi Silver Medallist (2008)
- Brazilian National Bronze Medallist (2009)
- World Cup Bronze Medallist (2009)
Denilson Pimenta’s Biography
Denilson Pimenta grew up on the Favela’s in Rio de Janeiro. Denilson started Jiu Jitsu in 1991 as a way to occupy his spare time, in order to focus on something positive and escape the dangers of falling victim to crime. Denilson was awareded his black belt by Mestre Julio Cesar, GFTeam’s main instructor.
Videos of Denilson Pimenta
Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Walk in M-F, 5-8 PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 2PM & Sunday 2-4 PM
Visit our You Tube Channel{Baltimore Martial Arts You Tube}.
Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Fitness Benefits Cancer Patients
Fitness Benifits Cancer Patients
by Melanie Brown
Most people are aware of the link between physical fitness and overall health. However, some cancer patients neglect this aspect of their recovery or feel that they simply do not have the energy or motivation to get in shape during such an arduous process. The good news is that fitness can help you in almost every aspect of your life, including battling cancer. It can give you extra energy for daily activities, it can lift your spirits through its mood-boosting effects, and it can help you sleep better and more soundly at night.
It may seem illogical that exercising will give you more energy but actually, the energy you expend during exercise will give you more long-lasting energy and endurance over a longer period of time. This is true even for those suffering from cancers like those of the lungs, breast, and mesothelioma.
You may be picturing yourself doing grueling sessions of lifting weights or long runs, but this is not necessary to reap the benefits of exercise. Almost any exercise you can do on a regular basis will have some positive benefits. You should start out slowly, only gradually building up the pace and intensity of your exercise. The main thing is to always listen to what your body is telling you. If you are pushing yourself too hard, it will let you know. Then you will know to ease back a bit during your next session because overexertion can hurt you in the long run during treatments.
Another key point is to make sure your oncology team is aware of your desire to improve your fitness. They can offer advice on what type and intensity of exercise is appropriate for someone in your stage of treatment. If you do things right, your increased fitness level will give you more energy, endurance, and lift your mood. Stick with it for the best results!
Running
One great form of exercise that has helped some cancer patients is running or jogging. Running will boost endorphin release, which helps elevate your mood and dampen feelings of pain. You will also build your muscle strength and endurance.
Make sure that you are wearing appropriate footwear. You will also want to run on surfaces like grass instead of pavement. This helps prevent damage to your knees, ankles, and feet. Joint pain is a common side effect for cancer patients so it is important to be mindful of where you are running and the toll it could take.
Remember to run only a short distance your first time to see how your body responds. You might even take a few days off before your second attempt. This will allow your body time to recover from suddenly having these muscles stressed. Just as with any other exercise you may try, start slow and build your way up.
Swimming
Unless you have a heated pool available, this one may be seasonal for you. But swimming is another great way to get fit. One of the great things about swimming is that it is very forgiving on your joints. The buoyancy of the water will support your weight and reduce stress on those areas. Be sure to try out different strokes so that you are getting balanced development in your various muscle groups. The variety will also help keep you motivated.
No matter what activities you partake in, as long as you are consistently active you will begin to see the benefits in no time. Research shows that regular physical activity can not only help combat cancer and improve your well being while do so, but it can also help reduce the odds of developing cancer for those who have not been diagnosed. As for those who have already beaten cancer, it is equally as important to stay active because it can reduce the odds of recurrence as well.
Looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Assistants for Children
I am looking for two-three enthusiastic adults, men or women, to help assist my wife and I during our children’s beginner Brazilian Jiujitsu classes on Mondays and Wednesdays 5-6:30PM.
If you are interested & available I would be willing to offer you an unlimited membership at my academy in exchange for two days of service per week. Some BJJ experience would be nice but not necessary. Please call 410-465-7799.
Thank you,
Gary Berger
Owner Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Kickboxing Classes at Baltimore Martial Arts
Our Groupon Kickboxing students are in full stride at Baltimore Martial Arts. If you missed out on our Groupon Kickboxing Deal, click the link. Make sure that you call us well in advance to schedule your classes as appointments book up fast.
Jim Cowan, aka Uncle Fuzzy, is one of Baltimore Martial Art’s finest kickboxing instructors.
Ellisa Holaran teaching her Saturday morning kickboxing class.
Jim Cowan – Uncle Fuzzy
Baltimore Martial Arts has Kickboxing Fitness Classes throughout the week. See our Class Schedule for details. Our kickboxing instructors include Gary Berger, Jim Cowan, Elissa Holaran, Sue Rexford, Chris Aitken, Corbin Pagano & Alex Karadimis.
Kickboxing Benefits:
- Get in Shape
- Tone & Lose Fat
- Have Fun!
- Improved Flexibility
- Goal-setting skills
- Reaction Training
- Learn Self Defense
- Learn Combinations
- Lauch Pad for higher level learning in Muay Thai Kickboxing
If you are interested in our kickboxing fitness classes please call us at 410-465-7799 to consult with our professional kickboxing staff.
Advanced Kickboxing Classes Now Available
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Walk in M-F, 5-9 PM Saturday, 9 AM – 1 PM & Sunday 2-4 PM
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Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
To read more reviews about Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness please visit our GOOGLE PLACE PAGE.
Renato Tavares BJJ Seminar May 11th, 2013
Renato Tavares, 5th Degree Black Belt, American Top Team Coach will be conducting a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts Academy in Catonsville, Maryland on Saturday May 11th 10:30AM-1:30PM.
Special FREE Class Friday evening with Master Tavares for those that pre-register
registration cost is $50
Renato Tavares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts 2011
International & World BJJ Champion
Renato Tavares was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1968. Renato started learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the age of 6 years old. Renato Received his BJJ black belt in 1995 from the legendary and late Carlson Gracie Senior. Carlson He was the eldest son of Carlos Gracie, founder of the BJJ system in the late 1920s with his late uncle Hélio Gracie. In addition to training Renato, Carlson Gracie also trained many other top Brajilian jiu jitsu competitors including Allan Goes, Murilo Bustamante, Mario Sperry, Wallid Ismail, Pablo Popovitch, Kevin Christopher, Andre Pederneiras, Julio Fernandez, Ricardo Liborio, Marcus Soares, Rodrigo Medeiros, Ricardo “Rey” Diogo, Marcelo Alonso, Vitor Belfort, Stephan Bonnar, Julio “Foca” Fernandez.
A master technician, Renato has competed for more than 33 years and won over 200 Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu events, including World Championship, Panamericans, Internationals, Nationals, and States. Renato has been teaching Brazilian Jiu jitsu classes to students from a variety of backgrounds including FBI, Military, Police Officers & UFC reality show contestants. Renato is also professional mixed martial arts fighter. Renato is regarded by many as one of the best Brazilian Jiu jitsu competiors and coaches in the world.
Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Walk in M-F, 5-8 PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 2PM & Sunday 2-4 PM
Visit our You Tube Channel{Baltimore Martial Arts You Tube}.
Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
Looking for a map?
To read more reviews about Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness please visit our GOOGLE PLACE PAGE.
Fast Burn 30 – Introduction to Kettlebells
Burn Fat, Lose Weight & Get into the Best Shape of Your Life with “Fast Burn 30” – High Intensity Interval Training
Fast Burn 30 is an effective scientifically proven method for burning fat, developing muscle tone and improving athletic performance – Fast!
Our Fast Burn 30 Kettlbell program is led by Danyelle Berger, RCK2, CSCS. Danyelle is an expert fitness instructor teaching both beginner and advanced students. She makes class challenging yet fun. New students constantly ask her for the secret of staying in shape. Having two boys, a full time job and also being a part time fitness trainer makes it hard to find time to exercise and be fit. Danyelle answers, “The secret is that there is no secret. To get fit you have to work hard & eat real food. To understand this visit Danyelle’s Baltimore Kettlebell Facebook Page.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers kettlebell classes throughout the week. Try our FREE 30 Day Trial. Call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
Kettlebell Classes
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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How to Tie your Child’s Karate Belt
Finally parents you now have a video tutorial showing you how to tie your child’s karate belt. This “Teach How” video is applicable to Karate, Judo & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It is easy to follow and the method used at my martial arts academy. Enjoy!
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s martial arts classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do (TKD), Judo & Wrestling. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me, Gary Berger, owner of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness.
Baltimore Martial Arts now has KARATE AFTER SCHOOL & is taking registrations for its SUMMER CAMP sessions. Space is limited so if you are interested please call 410-465-7799
Enroll in our Karate Summer Camp for Kids!
Karate Camp Session #1 July 8th – July 12th
Karate Camp Session #2 August 12th – August 16th
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Walk in M-F, 4:30-9PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 12:30PM & Sunday 2-4PM
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Baltimore Martial Arts Academy Closed Saturday March 30th for Easter
Baltimore Martial Arts is closed today, Saturday March 30th. We apologize for any inconvienece caused for lack of properly advertising and notifying our customers of this news. Please be safe and have a wonderful Easter holiday.
Gary Berger – Owner
I’ve lost 4 lbs so far with Kettlebells
Srihari Balla is a student in our Kettbell Fitness program at Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness in Catonsville, Maryland. Srihari has lost four pounds in two months using kettleblls. She is feeling awesome, eating better and planning to continue her training and improving her kettlebell skills.
Our Kettlbell program is led by Danyelle Berger, RCK2, CSCS. Danyelle is an expert fitness instructor teaching both beginner and advanced students. She makes class challenging yet fun. New students constantly ask her for the secret of staying in shape. Having two boys, a full time job and also being a part time fitness trainer makes it hard to find time to exercise and be fit. Danyelle answers, “The secret is that there is no secret. To get fit you have to work hard & eat real food. To understand this visit Danyelle’s Baltimore Kettlebell Facebook Page.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers kettlebell classes throughout the week. Try our FREE 30 Day Trial. Call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
Kettlebell Classes
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
Looking for a map?
Walk in M-F, 4:30-9PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 12:30PM & Sunday 2-4PM
Visit our You Tube Channel{Baltimore Martial Arts You Tube}.
Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
Maryland Cage Combat
Maryland Cage Combat
Corbin Pagano & Brandon Johnson, Mixed Martial Arts fighters from Baltimore Martial Arts, at Maryland Cage Combat in Baltimore Maryland. Video highlights from Maryland Cage Combat 4.
Maryland Cage Combat Event
Baltimore Martial Arts
Corbin, Coach Benjamin & Friends
Maryland Cage Combat has had four venues so far of which Baltimore Martial Art’s MMA team has participated. Corbin Pagano has a mixed martial arts record of 1-1. He won in last night’s competition with a rear naked choke (RNC) in the third round. Brandon Johnson has a mixed martial arts record of 2-2. He won a title match on March 16th via a hard fought three round decision. Other fighter’s from Baltimore Martial Arts that have competed in Maryland Cage Combat include Charles Gamble, Erik Milks, Erin Milks & Ray Sydnor.
Maryland Cage Combat
Brandon Johnson Maryland Cage Combat Mixed Martial Arts Champion
Maryland Cage Combat
Baltimore Martial Art’s instructors, coaches, friends, classmates & family were in attendance at Maryland Cage Combat Friday March 16th, 2013. Coach Walter, Charles Gamble, Herb Severn, Benjamin Kassim & Gary Berger were there. Mr. Pagano, Corbin’s dad, was more nervous than Corbin before the fight. Mr. Pagano was an accomplished wrestler back in the day. Ironically Corbin’s mother wasn’t nervous at all saying her son and his brother have been fighting ever since birth. Coach Charles helped corner a competitor from another school who was apparently a police officer and was there by himself.
Keep visiting our web site BaltimoreMartialArts.com for news concerning our next competitions and our competitors. Also visit our MMA Page or MMA Blog Page.
“The Little Champ”
Lopez family gives their testimonial of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness in Catonsville, Maryland. Cassie, age 11 and Lucas age 6 have been taking Brazilian Jiu Jitsu lessons at Baltimore Martial Arts for about 2 1/2 years. In that time they have accomplished some amazing things. Lucas, a.k.a. “The Little Champ”, earned his nickname by consistently winning in children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournaments. Our “Little Champ” & his sister Cassie are admired and respected by all of their classmates. “Little Champ” especially since he isn’t afraid to compete and wrestle against opponents much bigger than he. The video below features the Lopez family, their testimonial & some footage of competition.
Our children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu beginner classes are taught by a husband and wife team (The Bergers) who cooperatively own the Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness Center in Catonsville, Maryland. The owner’s own children, ages 4 & 6, also take martial arts classes. Our advanced children’s BJJ classes are led by Mr. Berger and Peri Hardges.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s martial arts classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do (TKD), Judo & Wrestling. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me, Gary Berger, owner of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness.
Baltimore Martial Arts now has KARATE AFTER SCHOOL & is taking registrations for its SUMMER CAMP sessions. Space is limited so if you are interested please call 410-465-7799
Karate Summer Camp for Kids
Karate Camp Session #1 July 8th – July 12th
Karate Camp Session #2 August 12th – August 16th
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Walk in M-F, 4:30-9PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 12:30PM & Sunday 2-4PM
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Karate Kid Makes his Mom Breakfast
I was cleaning up my office today and came across this letter written to me from a parent of one of my junior Brazilian Jiu Jitsu students. I teach all of my students to be more responsible at home and to help out their parents whenever possible. Practicing discipline at home and at school is just as important as practicing at my dojo (a Japanese name for martial arts school.)
Martial Arts helps to motivate children to get better grades and help out more at home.
Practicing qualities like discipline, patience & self control is an important part of life. Both children and parents are challenged every day to exercise these traits. I teach my children to recognize opportunities in order to practice their skills. For example, when faced with a desert before dinner, children are to have self control and not touch or taste it until they have finished with their dinner. If they can do this or if they are presented with another similar temptation, they are to share this experience with their parents and with their karate classmates at my school. One child’s story benefits us all, even the parents in the dojo watching and listening in their chairs.
Over the holidays, I proposed a special challenge to my students called the “Goodie Test”. I asked them to clear a table and place onto it one of their favorite treats. They were to sit at that table and stare at that treat for five minutes while resisting the urge to touch, taste or eat that treat. As long as a parent could vouch for their child successfully passing this challenge, that student was rewarded with a toy of their choice from among a large container of random toys that I keep on hand for special occasions.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s martial arts classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do (TKD), Judo & Wrestling. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me, Gary Berger, owner of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness.
Baltimore Martial Arts now has KARATE AFTER SCHOOL & is taking registrations for its SUMMER CAMP sessions. Space is limited so if you are interested please call 410-465-7799
Enroll in our Karate Summer Camp for Kids!
Karate Camp Session #1 July 8th – July 12th
Karate Camp Session #2 August 12th – August 16th
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
Looking for a map?
Walk in M-F, 4:30-9PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 12:30PM & Sunday 2-4PM
Visit our You Tube Channel{Baltimore Martial Arts You Tube}.
Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
Children’s Martial Arts in Baltimore | Father’s Testimonial | Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Mr. & Mr. Eric Bonardi, father of 5 year old Vincent in our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program, gives his testimonial of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness in Catonsville, Maryland.
Mr. Bonardi enrolled his son Vincent in our junior beginner’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program. After only 4 months, Vincent has learned moves that has enabled him to compete with other children in a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournament. Vincent is an outstanding young boy. He pays attention and is enthusiastic during his lessons. His self confidence has improved dramatically.
Our children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu beginner classes are taught by a husband and wife team who cooperatively own the Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness Center in Catonsville, Maryland. The owner’s own children, ages 4 & 6, also take martial arts classes.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s martial arts classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do (TKD), Judo & Wrestling. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me, Gary Berger, owner of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness.
Baltimore Martial Arts now has KARATE AFTER SCHOOL & is taking registrations for its SUMMER CAMP sessions. Space is limited so if you are interested please call 410-465-7799
Karate Summer Camp for Kids
Karate Camp Session #1 July 8th – July 12th
Karate Camp Session #2 August 12th – August 16th
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Kids Karate Summer Camp
Baltimore Martial Arts offers Karate Summer Camp for kids. Our camp combines traditional martial arts with fun and games for the kids. Most of our activities are held at our 8000 square foot facility in Catonsville, however we do schedule off site field trips to the park, Shadow Land & other fun places.
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Karate Summer Camp for Kids
Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness in Catonsville.
Our Kids Karate Summer Camp incorporates a ‘Survivor’ theme akin to the CBS television show ‘Survivor’. Kids are divided up into two teams and compete against one another in fun games and challenges. Our kids get lots of exercise and have fun while doing it. At the end of the week they will have learned valuable skills that increase their confidence which is invaluable in dealing with Big Bullies.
Our Kids Karate Summer Camp is a great introduction to our regular Kids Karate program that is an ongoing program held throughout the year. Whether your child is already learning Karate or brand new, our Karate Summer Camp for Kids is going to be an experience that your children will never forget.
Karate Summer Camp for Kids
Karate Camp Session #1 July 8th – July 12th
Karate Camp Session #2 August 12th – August 16th
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:30-9AM | Parents Drop off kids at our Karate Center |
| 9AM-10AM | Fun & Games |
| 10AM-Noon | Martial Arts Lessons |
| Noon-1PM | Lunch Time |
| 1PM-5PM | Fun & Games / Bathroom & Prepare for Class |
| 5PM-6:30PM | Martial Arts Training |
| 6:30-6:45PM | Parents pick up children at our Karate Center unless another location is otherwise specified |
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s martial arts classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do (TKD), Judo & Wrestling. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me, Gary Berger, owner of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness.
Baltimore Martial Arts also offers KARATE AFTER SCHOOL. Free transportation. Space is limited so if you are interested please call 410-465-7799
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Welcome Tenyeh “Skinnyman” Dixon
Tenyeh Dixon
Baltimore Martial Arts welcomes Tanya Dixon to our professional staff of martial arts & fitness instructors. Tenyeh will be teaching a Mixed Martial Arts class on Tuesdays and Thursdays 8-9PM. This class is mainly geared for martial artists and/or athletes with some experience. Tenyeh’s first class will be Thursday February 21st.
Tenya has a Pro MMA record 12-9 with 7 first round finishes. Tenyeh won welterweight championships in Locked in The Cage & Xtreme Caged Combat. Interestingly, Tenyeh had his beginnings at Baltimore Martial Arts many years ago. We are excited to have Tenyeh return and to learn and benefit from his experience and knowledge gained over the years.
Tenyeh Dixon – Welter weight Champion Locked in the Cage & Xtreme Caged Combat
Tenyeh Dixon is Maryland’s most decorated and accomplished Mixed Martial Arts Fighter. He is Maryland’s first and only two time MMA Pro Champion. Check out this video of Tenyeh
Tenyeh “Skinnyman” Dixon
Maryland 2 Time MMA Pro Champion
Some of Tenyeh’s other martial arts accomplishments include winning the 2005 Lei Thai tournament in Hunt Valley Maryland and being a runner up at the King of San Da world ametur tournament in 2004.
Baltimore’s Newest Champion Tenyeh “Skinnyman” Dixon
Check out this article in the Baltimore Sun about Tenyeh Dixon
If you are interested in learning Mixed Martial Arts or if you already have MMA experience and you want to elevate your game to the next level, give us a call and we will schedule a sit down consultation with you to discuss your goals and how Baltimore Martial Arts can help you. In addition to MMA, Baltimore Martial Arts has other support programs and classes that work along with MMA that include: Muay Thai Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Russian Kettlebell Strength and Conditioning classes and more. Baltimore Martial Arts is also working on a venture towards hopefully adding Crossfit to its fitness programs.
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Kettlebell Testimonial – Changing your Life!
What classes do you guys offer that will help me lose weight?
Many prospective members come to Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness asking us what classes or programs that we offer will help them lose weight. Often they tell us that they need something to motivate them because the gym has become boring or that they work out harder when someone is there to push them. A personal trainer can often help, assuming you can find a good one, which is extremely difficult. Personal training can also be costly (e.g. $50/hour).
If you want to lose weight and keep the weight off and if your story is similar to one described above, consider group fitness classes. Baltimore Martial Arts offers several group fitness classes of which you can take one or more for an affordable price. If you combine our fitness programs with a sensible diet (e.g. Whole 30) and you come to class regularly, we promise that you will achieve your health goals. We don’t just help people get fit and look good, we help change people’s live. Read the testimonial below that one of our members recently sent to us.
For a long time now, I have been wanting to thank you for your generosity in giving us such a discount on the kettlebell classes. We would not have been able to afford them had you not done that for us and I have to tell you they were pretty life changing for me. I am sooo grateful to you! I have always been a pretty active person and truly do enjoy exercising, but also always thought that I was just “built bigger”. I had honestly convinced myself that no matter how much I worked out, I’d just have a thick, stocky, athletic body and was pretty miserable and uncomfortable in my own skin. Well you and your example totally changed my way of thinking!! Hopefully this doesn’t sound too weird haha, but seeing how lean, healthy, and yet still feminine your body is – I realized I could probably get there too if I actually tried. Your positive motivation and confidence in my ability to push myself made me want to do just that – push myself and see how far I could get. Thanks to your motivation and encouragement to be healthy and strong, both directly and through your example, I have lost 50 pounds since having Louie in February. Sadly only 20 of that was weight I had gained during pregnancy, but I’m never going back to those numbers again. I still have a bit more body fat to lose, but I’m almost there. So thank you, thank you so much! If there is ever anything I can do to help you, please let me know! Hope you are doing well!
Tara V.
If you are interested in our fitness programs and you would like to learn more about what we offer, give us at 410-465-7799. Baltimore Martial Arts is jointly owned by husband and wife Gary & Danyelle Berger.
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Ken Patterson – Father of two Boys in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Baltimore Martial Arts
Mr. & Mr. Ken Patterson, father of two boys in our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program, gives his testimonial of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness in Catonsville, Maryland.
Mr. Ken Patterson first enrolled his youngest son, Kyle age 6 in our children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program. After sitting on the benches for a few weeks, Kyle’s brother Cory decided he wanted to take classes as well. Both boys attend regularly and are exceptional students. Classes are taught by a husband and wife team who cooperatively own the Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness Center in Catonsville, Maryland.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s martial arts classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do (TKD), Judo & Wrestling. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me, Gary Berger, owner of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness.
Baltimore Martial Arts now has KARATE AFTER SCHOOL. Free transportation. Space is limited so if you are interested please call 410-465-7799
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Walk in M-F, 4:30-9PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 12:30PM & Sunday 2-4PM
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Renato Tavare’s Seminar January 26th
Renato Tavares, 5th Degree Black Belt, American Top Team Coach will be conducting a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar at Noel Smith’s BJJ in Glen Burnie, Maryland on Saturday January 26th 10:00AM-2PM.
registration cost is $50
Renato Tavares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts 2011
International & World BJJ Champion
Renato Tavares was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1968. Renato started learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the age of 6 years old. Renato Received his BJJ black belt in 1995 from the legendary and late Carlson Gracie Senior. Carlson He was the eldest son of Carlos Gracie, founder of the BJJ system in the late 1920s with his late uncle Hélio Gracie. In addition to training Renato, Carlson Gracie also trained many other top Brajilian jiu jitsu competitors including Allan Goes, Murilo Bustamante, Mario Sperry, Wallid Ismail, Pablo Popovitch, Kevin Christopher, Andre Pederneiras, Julio Fernandez, Ricardo Liborio, Marcus Soares, Rodrigo Medeiros, Ricardo “Rey” Diogo, Marcelo Alonso, Vitor Belfort, Stephan Bonnar, Julio “Foca” Fernandez.
A master technician, Renato has competed for more than 33 years and won over 200 Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu events, including World Championship, Panamericans, Internationals, Nationals, and States. Renato has been teaching Brazilian Jiu jitsu classes to students from a variety of backgrounds including FBI, Military, Police Officers & UFC reality show contestants. Renato is also professional mixed martial arts fighter. Renato is regarded by many as one of the best Brazilian Jiu jitsu competiors and coaches in the world.
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Bullying Victims Fight Back With Help From Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Royalty
For kids that get picked on, it’s a return to a horror zone. Experts say that more than 150,000 children miss school every day because they are afraid of being bullied. More than half of all schoolchildren have witnessed a bullying incident and three of every four students say bullying is a problem at their school.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me anytime. Gary Berger Owner Baltimore Martial Arts.
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Karate Birthday Party
Baltimore Martial Arts offers Children’s Karate Birthday Parties
Here is a testimonial from one mother who recently had her 5 year old’s birthday party at our school. The picture presented was taken by herself.
Gary-
Thank you so much for making Evan’s fifth birthday party a success. The children had a blast & we, along with their parents, thoroughly enjoyed watching them participate in the martial arts activities. The party was nicely organized & lots of fun. Thanks again!
Carmen
At the end of the party, all children in attendance will be given a coupon which may be redeemed for one FREE Week of Martial Arts Lessons. Moms and Dads are also welcome to try our martial arts and fitness programs! Make sure you don’t miss out on the fun!
Karate birthday parties at Baltimore Martial Arts are sure to be an experience your child will never forget. Give us a call today to reserve your child’s karate birthday party.
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Parent’s Testimonial of Children’s Toddler Program
Mr. & Mrs. Meiller give their testimonial as parents of two young children, ages 3 & 5, in our toddler’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program at Baltimore Martial Arts.
Besides being Baltimore Ravens fans, Mr. & Mrs. Meiller are fans of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness. Both parents are very happy with their children’s progress in our Toddler’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. Classes are taught by a husband and wife team who cooperatively own the Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness Center in Catonsville, Maryland.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s martial arts classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do (TKD), Judo & Wrestling. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me, Gary Berger, owner of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness.
Baltimore Martial Arts now has KARATE AFTER SCHOOL. Free transportation. Space is limited so if you are interested please call 410-465-7799
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Daughter’s Testimonial of Baltimore Martial Arts
Allie Wanawall, seven years old, gives her own personal testimonial about Baltimore Martial Arts and our children’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program in Catonsville, Maryland. Her mother accompanies her in this video.
Allie, 7 years old, is a student at Baltimore Martial Arts. She takes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu one to two days a week. Her mother is with her during the video.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s martial arts classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do (TKD), Judo & Wrestling. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me, Gary Berger, owner of Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness.
Baltimore Martial Arts now has KARATE AFTER SCHOOL. Space is limited so if you are interested please call 410-465-7799
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Walk in M-F, 4:30-9PM Saturday, 8:30AM – 12:30PM & Sunday 2-4PM
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Whole 30 Challenge
Are you ready to do a thirty day challenge? One in which you will learn what foods effect your body in negative ways? One in which you will feel better, sleep better, and look better? Oh yeah, and one in which you’ll probably drop some considerable pounds? It’s free – what do you have to lose!?
Challenge Begins January 7th, 2013!
Danyelle Berger is Baltimore Martial Arts and Fitness’s head kettlebell instructor. She is spear heading a Whole 30 dietary life style challenge to all of her students, friends and fellow associates. If you are interested, please visit Danyelle’s Baltimore Kettlbells Facebook Page to sign up. Look for the Whole 30 Begins link. Many others have joined up already, why not you!
The Whole 30 Challenge
30 days with NO sugar, NO grains, NO dairy, and NO alcohol
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30 Reasons To Do A Whole 30
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Danyelle Berger
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Danyelle Berger is a level 2 certified kettlebell instructor for RKC and Strong First. She is also a certified strength and conditioning specialist CSCS under the prestigious National Strength and Conditioning Association. Danyelle is also holds two masters degrees, a black belt, is the mother of two young boys and husband to Gary Berger, the owner of Baltimore Martial Arts and Fitness.
Human Hands Evolved So That We Could Punch Each Other
Human hands evolved so we could punch each other
http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn23018-human-hands-evolved-so-we-could-punch-each-other.html?full=true&print=true
Journal reference: Journal of Experimental Biology, doi:10.1242/jeb.075713
23:00 19 December 2012 by Sara Reardon
Forget toolmaking, think fisticuffs. Did evolution shape our hands not
for dexterity but to form fists so we could punch other people? That
idea emerges from a new study, although it runs counter to
conventional wisdom.
About the same time as we stopped hanging from trees and started
walking upright, our hands become short and square, with opposable
thumbs. These anatomical changes are thought to have evolved for tool
manipulation, but David Carrier at the University of Utah in Salt Lake
City has an alternative explanation.
He says there are several possible hand shapes that would have allowed
greater dexterity, making it less clear why we ended up with the hands
we have. But only one hand shape lets us make a fist with a thumb as
buttress.
Among primates’ hands, ours is unique for its ability to form a fist
with the thumb outside the fingers. The fingers of other primates’
hands are too long to curl into their palms, and their thumbs are too
short to reach across the fingers. So when apes fight, they are far
more likely to wrestle or hold their opponent down while others stomp
on him, says Carrier.
To test the importance of fists, Carrier and his colleagues recruited
10 athletes and measured how hard they could hit a punching bag using
a normal fist, a fist with the thumb stuck out, and with an open palm.
The athletes could generate more than twice the force with a normal
fist as with the thumb-stuck-out fist, because of thumb’s buttressing
role. There was no difference in the force they could generate with a
normal fist and with an open palm, but Carrier says it’s possible that
a fist concentrates the force into a smaller area and so does more
damage.
Cause or effect?
Mary Marzke of Arizona State University in Tempe says the study is
interesting, but it far from proves that the ability to make a strong
fist was the main driver behind the evolution of our hands’ shape. It
is more likely that it was a useful side effect of a whole suite of
modifications.
She points out that apes strike with the heel of their hand when
knocking fruit out of trees. Carrier’s study didn’t assess the force
that the heel of the hand generates, but if it turns out to be as good
as a fist, it becomes less clear that our hands evolved so as to be
perfect for fist-making, Marzke says.
But if the hypothesis is true, Carrier thinks it could explain another
mystery. It has long been unclear why high levels of testosterone
cause men’s ring fingers to be longer than their index fingers. He
says the finger-length ratio makes sense if it generates a better
fist. This would make dominant males even better fighters.
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Baltimore Martial Arts now has a KARATE AFTER SCHOOL & STUDY GROUP. If interested please call
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Professor Sauer Baltimore Jiu-Jitsu Seminar Canceled
PEDRO SAUER SEMINAR IS CANCELED.
Professor Sauer was in a car accident. He is ok, but unable to hold the seminar scheduled for Thursday 11/29/12. If you have pre-registered, a refund will either be automatically credited to you or a check will be mailed. We will notify everyone concerning professor Sauer’s condition and future plans for rescheduling once we receive more information.
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Mom’s Testimonial Children’s Martial Arts Baltimore
Shawnna Abrams, mother of Sean Abrams (5 years old), gives a testimonial about Baltimore Martial Arts and its children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program in Catonsville, Maryland.
Sean, 5 years old, is a student at Baltimore Martial Arts. He takes Brazilian Jiu Jitsu one day a week. His mother, Shawnna, gives her testimonial about the Kids BJJ program and how her son Sean has benefited.
Baltimore Martial Arts offers several children’s classes including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, Judo & Wrestling. Baltimore Martial Arts will soon be offering a children’s mixed martial arts (MMA) program. If you are interested in having your child come try a free class please call us at 410-465-7799 to schedule.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me anytime. Gary Berger Owner Baltimore Martial Arts.
Baltimore Martial Arts now has a KARATE AFTER SCHOOL & STUDY GROUP. If interested please call
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Walk in M-F, 5-9 PM Saturday, 9 AM – 2 PM & Sunday 2-4 PM
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Morning & Lunchtime Classes at Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness
Morning Kickboxing
Morning Kettlebells
Lunchtime Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Baltimore Martial Arts has added several new morning, afternoon & weekend classes to its schedule. For early risers we have Fast Burn 30 Kettlebell Fitness Classes beginning as early as 5:30 AM. Following are Kickboxing Fitness Classes from 9:30-10:30AM. We also have noon time adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, Open Mat time following and a new Sunday BJJ class. Please refer to the detailed schedule below concerning these newly added classes and their offered times.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
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| Fast Burn 30 | 5:30-6AM 6-6:30AM 5:30-6PM 6-6:30PM 6:30-7PM |
5:30-6AM 6-6:30AM 5:30-6PM 6-6:30PM 6:30-7PM |
6:30-7PM | 7:30-8AM 8-8:30AM |
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| Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Noon-1 6:30-8PM Fundamentals Open Mat 1-2 |
Noon-1 6:30-8PM |
Noon-1 6:30-8PM Fundamentals Open Mat 1-2 |
Noon-1 6:30-8PM |
10:30-Noon | Noon-1 Sunday Scrap |
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| Kickboxing Fitness | 9:30-10:30AM 5:30-6:30PM |
9:30-10:30AM 6:30-7:30PM 7:30-8:30PM Thai Fit |
9:30-10:30AM | 9:30-10:30AM 6:30-7:30PM |
5:30-6:30PM | 9-10:15AM |
Train Kickboxing in the Mornings
Monday-Friday 9:30AM-9PM Saturday, 8AM–2PM & Sunday Noon-1 & 2-4 PM
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Pedro Sauer – BJJ Seminar – Baltimore Martial Arts
Professor Pedro Sauer will be conducting a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts Academy on Thursday November 29th 7-9PM. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu belt promotions will be conducted afterwards by professor Sauer himself. The cost of the BJJ seminar is $50 if you register online or $60 at the door. Space is limited so please register early.
Professor Pedro Sauer
Master Pedro Sauer
Certified 8th Degree Red/Black Belt Instructor under Rickson Gracie.
Personal History
Professor Pedro Sauer was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where from an early age, he began training in the martial arts. At age five, he began boxing and later took up judo and taekwondo. At age fifteen, however, his friend, Rickson Gracie, invited him to train jiu-jitsu with his younger brother, Royler, who at the time was only nine years old. The outcome of this experience convinced him that jiu-jitsu was the most effective of all the martial arts, and he began training the very next day.
Pedro worked towards a double major (Economics and Business Administration) in college, and took post graduation course at Fundacao Getulio Vargas. He worked in Brazil as a stockbroker for eleven years before deciding to move to the United States and pursue a career teaching jiu-jitsu. In 1990, he moved to California with the original wave of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructors. He lived in California with Rickson Gracie and trained daily with the Gracie brothers (Rickson, Rorion, and Royce), their father, Helio Gracie, their cousin, Renzo Gracie, and the Machado Brothers, as well as many others. In December of that same year, he moved to Utah where he has lived for the past eight years, pioneering brazilian jiu-jitsu in the American southwest.
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Women Grappler’s Day
Calling all Women Grapplers!
Join us for two hours of open mat and grappling technique exchange on Sunday October 28th 10AM-Noon at Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness in Catonsville, Maryland. All women Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo practitioners are welcome.
Our Lady Grappler Open Mat Event will be headed by Christina Salmond. Christina is a first degree black belt in Kodokan Judo, USA Judo certified instructor and coach, active national and international shai competitor and regional level kata competitor, represented the United States at the Judo Worls Cup (2011 & 2012), ranked #1 national female Master athlete (78kg), and is nationally ranked among the top five in the Senior Elite Females division for two years.
Any interested women that would like to participate should call 410-465-7799 and let us know that you are coming. Help us spread the word.
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Kickboxing Fitness – Advanced Classes
Advanced Kickboxing Training
Baltimore Martial Arts has Advanced Kickboxing Fitness Classes on Tuesday evenings 7:30-830PM. Instructor and owner, Gary Berger, teaches all classes. Advanced Fitness Kickboxing, otherwise known as “Thai Fit”, covers kickboxing subtleties not typically covered in our beginner kickboxing fitness classes. Thai Fit does not have free sparring, but does include some light contact.
Additional Benefits:
- Improved Technique
- Improved Flexibility
- Goal-setting skills
- Understand Footwork
- Reaction Training
- Learn Self Defense
- Advanced Partnership Drills
- New Combinations
- Improve Pad Work Skills
- Learn Advanced Fitness Concepts
- Lauch Pad for higher level learning in Muay Thai Kickboxing
- Be part of an Elite and Prestigious Group
REQUIREMENTS
Advanced Kickboxing Fitness classes are available to our members that have attended our beginner kickboxing classes for at least three months or pre-qualified individuals with prior experience. All candidates are subjected to our instructor’s approval and a minimal membership upgrade may also be required.
If you are interested in our kickboxing fitness advanced training classes please consult with our professional kickboxing staff.
Check out some of our advanced kickboxing students (secret agents) in action.
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Learn Wrestling for Free
Baltimore Wrestling
Come try a free wrestling class with us tomorrow, Tuesday August 28th, 6:30-8PM at Baltimore Martial Arts in Catonsville, MD. No experience is necessary. Beginners and/or experienced wresters are welcome. Whether your a complete beginner, looking for off-season wrestling training or a mixed martial arts practitioner, this program will help you. Wrestling practice will be held every Tuesday 6:30-8PM at Baltimore Martial Arts.
Coach Steve on Top
Coach Steve Golob, formal North County High School wrestling coach is an accomplished teacher and competitor. Coach steve combines techniques, drills and live wrestling into his classes. Steve’s classes are fun and safe and are for ages 12 and up. Some exceptions may be made for experienced youth wrestlers.
Call now to schedule your FREE WRESTLING Class
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Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Promotion at Baltimore Martial Arts
Several junior students from the Baltimore Martial Arts Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program recently tested for their next belt. Four students in particular tested and passed their junior BJJ black belt.
The junior black belt candidates had to pass a grueling one hour test of physical strength, endurance and mental challenges before they were tested for technique proficiency. Their entire test took about 2 1/2 hours and was a testament to what students can achieve through hard work and dedication.
Baltimore Martial Arts Children's BJJ Promotion
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Renato Tavares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar
Renato Tavares, 5th Degree Black Belt, American Top Team Coach will be conducting a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar at Baltimore Martial Arts and Fitness, in Baltimore, Maryland on Saturday August 11th 10:30AM-1:30PM.
Master Tavares will be conducting a FREE 1 1/2 hours Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar at Noel Smith’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Friday August 10th 7-8:30PM.
Private lessons and belt testing can be arranged in advance. Please call Gary Berger for more information 410-908-5425.
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Pre-registration cost is $50 or $60 at the door.
Renato Tavares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar 2011
International & World BJJ Champion
Renato Tavares was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1968. Renato started learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the age of 6 years old. Renato Received his BJJ black belt in 1995 from the legendary and late Carlson Gracie Senior. Carlson He was the eldest son of Carlos Gracie, founder of the BJJ system in the late 1920s with his late uncle Hélio Gracie. In addition to training Renato, Carlson Gracie also trained many other top Brajilian jiu jitsu competitors including Allan Goes, Murilo Bustamante, Mario Sperry, Wallid Ismail, Pablo Popovitch, Kevin Christopher, Andre Pederneiras, Julio Fernandez, Ricardo Liborio, Marcus Soares, Rodrigo Medeiros, Ricardo “Rey” Diogo, Marcelo Alonso, Vitor Belfort, Stephan Bonnar, Julio “Foca” Fernandez.
A master technician, Renato has competed for more than 33 years and won over 200 Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu events, including World Championship, Panamericans, Internationals, Nationals, and States. Renato has been teaching Brazilian Jiu jitsu classes to students from a variety of backgrounds including FBI, Military, Police Officers & UFC reality show contestants. Renato is also professional mixed martial arts fighter. Renato is regarded by many as one of the best Brazilian Jiu jitsu competiors and coaches in the world.
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Zumba Guest Instructors at Baltimore Martial Arts
Come on out and join us for some Zumba classes at Baltimore Martial Arts in Catonsville, Maryland. Zumba is a great way to tone muscle and lose fat while also having fun. Our club like atmosphere has dim lighting and a professional sound system. If you like latin music, want to lose weight and start an exercise program that you will stick with, try Zumba.
Baltimore Martial Arts will be hosting two guest instructors for Zumba classes held on Saturday June 30th (Athea) and Saturday July 14th (Joan) 10:15-11:30 AM.
Joan
Joan - Zumba Instructor
Joan is a certified Zumba instructor, freelance writer, mom, and overall fitness/nutrition enthusiast. She is passionate about sharing the Zumba message, “Ditch the Workout, Join the Party”, and she continues to do so for companies like the Baltimore Ravens, Hopkins School of Nursing, Underground Fitness, and Coppermine Fieldhouse. Joan is excited to share her enthusiasm and genuine Latin flavor with Baltimore Martial Arts!
Athea
Athea is a certified Zumba instructor and can be seen teaching Zumba around the Baltimore and Baltimore Metropolitan area. Athea is excited to share her teaching style with our members
Athea - Zumba Instructor
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Tien Shan Pai Kung Fu
Kung Fu is a martial art with a very long history, and many different facets to it. While mostly known as an art of fighting, I believe it is much more than that – it is a system of surviving and thriving in difficult conditions, both individually and as a group. While there is a competitive side of Kung Fu, we see the main purpose to be a life long journey to acquire skills to support physical, mental and emotional well being. We emphasize overall development of a person versus achieving the highest possible results in competition of scores. People regardless of their age, physical condition, gender, weight benefit from our training program. Besides stand-up fighting, our Kung Fu training includes self-defence skills, physical fitness, defence against weapons, aspects of self-healing, relaxation and meditation.
Our school has a well developed curriculum to follow and measure individual progress. We see the belt system in a similar way to numerical system for classes in college: your belt indicating the skills you have as well as the set of skills you currently are working on. Reaching the black belt level is not an end of the path, rather it may be compared to achieving a bachelor’s degree in college when you have mastered the fundamental skills in a subject, and are ready go deeper in studying selected areas. Our chief instructor Mike Thomas and higher belt students in class are always happy to help you and answer questions. Below we tried to subdivide the Kung Fu program into distinct parts:
BASIC SELF-DEFENCE SKILLS
Kung Fu Black Belt Exam
As a part of our Kung Fu program, we teach basic elements of fighting skills: punches, kicks, blocks, stances, footwork, clinching, escapes from grabs. We use both heavy bags for stationary training and target mitts for training in motion. The basic techniques are used as building blocks for a variety of offence-defence combinations which train reflective responses to different attacks.
KUNG FU FORMS
Forms are prescribed sequences of moves based on martial art techniques. They train the correct way of moving, coordination of footwork with strikes and other techniques, as well as judgement of distance between opponents. When practiced with low and long stances repeatedly, forms also provide very intense and versatile physical workout. While forms are based on real fighting techniques, they are often performed in stylised fashion, becoming also a way of artistic expression.
FITNESS and CARDIO
Kung Fu Warm Ups & Stretching
Just participating in class activities provides a good deal of physical activity. In addition we conduct about 10 minutes of intensive cardio training every class using a variety of exercises, both based on Kung Fu tradition, and modern fitness approaches. It is also beneficial to stay after class for additional stretching and callisthenics as suitable to individual level and purposes.
CHIN-NA
Chin Na is a set of techniques applied to an opponent’s joints to defend against grabs and punches, restrict an opponent’s motion, and submit the opponent if necessary. It is a very efficient self-defence technique which often allows you to prevent attack before it becomes a full fledged striking exchange. Almost in every class we practice various aspects of chin na training, concentrating on technique and sensitivity to opponent’s intent and balance.
SPARRING
Kuoshu International Kung Fu Competition
Practice fights train the practical applications of skills in a situation close to real fight yet in a controlled environment. Besides improving fighting skills it has a number of psychological benefits. Sparring allows you to learn maintaining calm and self-confidence in threatening situations, control aggression, overcome fears, make decisions under pressure, understanding personal and opponent’s limitations. In our school we usually start introducing students to sparring after reaching green belt level.
WEAPONS
Shih Fu Rick Wheatley and Gary Berger
Tien Shan Pai includes a wide variety of weaponry. Most of the weapons taught are traditional implements used in ancient Chinese warfare. After a student attends the rank of Green Sash which can typically take about 6-12 months of training, he or she is introduced to the short staff. A short staff is a wooden dowel about 3 feet in length. After gaining proficiency in the short staff, the student is introduced to the broad sword. Other weapons that follow include the straight sword, long staff, spear, three sectional staff, fan and others.
TAI-CHI
Tai-Chi can be studied as a separate discipline and by itself can be considered a complete system of self-defense and personal development. It is true that it takes longer to develop the same level of self defence skills comparing to external styles. The variety and subtleness of techniques present an exciting challenge to someone interested to study human capabilities in depth. Tai-Chi principles have a lot in common with principles of traditional Chinese medicine, and Tai-Chi practice has proved to be beneficial for relaxation, the immune system, balance, and everyday energy level. In our classes, we teach all students 108 Long Yang form, with those interested having a possibility to continue studying 300 Yang Chen-Fu form, Tai-Chi straight sword form and their applications.
CROSS-TRAINING
The core heritage of our system is the Tien-Shen-Pai Kung Fu style. However throughout many years we have brought in many efficient techniques from other disciplines, both from other Kung Fu styles (Hang Gar, Wing Chun) and other martial arts (Jiu-Jitsu, Aikido, Kali). We strongly believe that a good martial artist has at least basic understanding of a number of different disciplines, while being excellent in a few. Different martial arts have different emphasis and techniques. Our class regularly trains together with the Aikido and Jiu-Jitsu classes in our school. Advanced students are also getting instruction in Kali and Arnis (Filipino knife and stick fighting).
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Shih Fu Mike Thomas
Workhorse Wrestling Commuter Camp
This wrestling camp is geared toward increasing wrestling knowledge, both technically and mentally. The camp will focus on a system of moves that will be developed through drilling and repetition. Takedowns will include Sweep Singles, Inside Step and Russian Arm Series. Bottom work will focus on five point holds that include Granby Rolls, Shrugs and the Forced Roll Series. Top work will include Bars, Tilts, Turks and Cradles. Diet plans, weight training, conditioning, work ethic, and mental toughness will also be discussed in the last 15 minutes of each day. This will be a technique only camp.
No live wrestling or conditioning will take place.
Jon Sioredas Wrestling Clinic
Location:
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy
6565 Baltimore National Pike
Catonsville, MD. 21228
Dates: July 16th-July 19th 2012
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cost: $125 per wrestler (Limited to 50 wrestlers)
Resistration: JSTrainingCamps.com
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Featured Clinician: Jon Soiredas
Clinician Jon Sioredas
- Asst Coach UTC
- Former ODU Asst. Coach
- Head Clinician at Gramby School of Wrestling
- NCAA Division 1 All-American @ UTC
- High School National Champion
- VA State Champ @ Great Bridge HS
For more information about Jon Sioreda’s visit his web site www.jstrainingcamps.com
Camp Questions / Contact: Mead Wrestling Coach Vosburg
Email: Coach Vosburg
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Ben Metzler – Junior Black Belt
It was a grueling two hour test of physical exercise, martial technique and sparring, but Ben Metzler prevailed to become Baltimore Martial Arts newest addition to it’s junior black belt team. His fellow classmates participated in the test by taking turns wrestling Ben during three minutes of Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu wrestling. Ben’s dad, Bill Metzler worked out alongside Ben during a significant portion of the physical requirements. Ben Metzler was featured in one of our earlier blogs for his outstanding accomplishments inside and outside of the dojo.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Test
Test Requirements
Physical Conditioning
Kettlebells
Snatch Ladder 14kg 20,18,16,…
Clean Ladder 14kg 20,18,16,…
Swing Ladder 20kg 20,18,16,…
Calisthenics
4-6 sets 30 seconds rest between sets
30 seconds of jumping jacks
30 seconds agility ladder
8 bur-pies
4-6 sets 30 seconds rest between sets
30 seconds Mountain Climbers
40 yard sprint
Strength
50 sit-ups
Push-up ladder 20,18,16,…(very challenging!)
Wrestling – 6 matches three minutes each with 6 different partners including Dad, Justin Pyle (junior blackbelt), Sonny Csorba (junior blackbelt), Mr. Ronnie, Danny, & one of Ben’s friends on the high school wrestling team.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Curriculum – included a plethora of techniques which took about 45 minutes. Mr. Gary & Mr. Ronnie quizzed a very tired athlete on
techniques that Ben has learned in his BJJ classes. Techniques included Judo throws, positions of control, submissions, escapes and self defense.
The Gauntlet- After Ben was tested on his Brazilian Jiujitsu technical knowledge he had to go wrestle all of his classmates one more time.
Ben's Classmates and Testing Partners
Conclusion:
Coincidently the day of Ben’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu test was his 15th birthday. Ben did an outstanding job. His father’s physical ability to hang and wrestle with his son was also very impressive. Ben and his father are both regular attendees of Baltimore Martial Arts. They have been taking BJJ, kettlebell and other classes with us for about three plus years. We will be sorry to see them leave this Summer as they are both going to India for a 2-3 year stay. They both plan to continue practicing Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and hopefully return one day soon.
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Stay Fit & Healthy With Taekwondo
Taekwondo is a top notch form of exercise for anyone. Regardless of your age, your gender, or where your initial fitness level is, you can try and benefit from Taekwondo training. Rather than focus on one area, Taekwondo will help you develop a deeper focus, confidence, and mental health and along with the mental benefits you will see benefits in your physical appearance as well like: building lean muscle, losing weight, increasing your flexibility, and improving your coordination.
For those that aren’t hardcore fitness freaks, it can be all too easy to get bored and burn out on a repetitive exercise routine like happens in lifting weight, treadmills, and elliptical machines, and eventually ending up falling back into an unhealthy lifestyle. Training in the Taekwondo style of martial arts is anything but one-dimensional, with a progressive variety of challenges that will keep you coming back to improve yourself. You can work on basic stances and strikes, try to perfect your execution in kata and forms, and improving your sparring skills.
Another benefit of Taekwondo is that everyone in the family can do it. Even small children can begin learning the basics of Taekwondo as early as three. Is this too early to worry about fitness training? Not at all! Taekwondo can help show children that exercise and health are fun, and make it more likely that they’ll grow up disciplined, focused, and with healthy habits.
Training with your spouse, partner, and/or children is also a great way to share support, celebrate each others’ successes, and strengthen the family bond. Training alongside your children is a huge boost in confidence for them, and in pride for you as you see them grow and improve. And they can help encourage you as well!
To see if Taekwondo feels right for you, consider visiting the Baltimore Martial Arts Academy and try a fee introductory class. Setting yourself, and perhaps your family, on the road to a healthy, happy life can be as simple as that!
About The Author
Robbin Gray is a writer at the MMA Zone. She has written and trained in any martial arts she could get her hands on like; Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, BJJ, and Kung Fu. The MMA Zone is an online martial arts supplies store that focuses in high quality martial arts gear at low prices.
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Junior Black Belt Test at Baltimore Martial Arts
Ben Metzler, teenager, will be testing for his junior black belt this Sunday April 29th 10:30-1. Ben is a very accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor having competed in numerous prestigious BJJ tournaments. Last year Ben was named Battalion Honor Cadet during Seaman Recruit Training at the Navy Sea Cadet School. This honor is the highest achievement bestowed upon a cadet. Ben was also awarded the Academic Excellence Award for scoring the highest on his written exams and finishing a 9.2 mile run in 73 minutes.
Ben Metzler- Navy Sea Cadet and BJJ Competitor
Anyone is welcome to come out and support Ben during his junior black belt examination. His test will include a variety of martial arts skills from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo and Mixed Martial Arts. There will also be a grueling one hour pre-test physical exam.
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Little Girl & Mom Testimonial Baltimore Martial Arts
Allie is a student in our advanced junior Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program at Baltimore Martial Arts Academy in Catonsville, Maryland. Allie in her own words gives her testimonial of our kids BJJ classes and our school. Allie is a very bright young lady and recently won first place in our Junior Grappling tournament that was held on Saturday April 22nd at the Baltimore Martial Arts and Fitness Center.
Allie and her mother give a brief testimonial of the Baltimore Martial Arts Academy and its Junior Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me anytime. Gary Berger Owner Baltimore Martial Arts.
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Ray Sydnor Wins at MMA Tournament in Millersville MD
Ray Sydnor, fighting out of Team Baltimore Martial Arts in Catonsville, wins 170 pound amateur Mixed Martial Arts tournament held last Saturday April 14th, 2012 in Millersville, Maryland. Ray Sydnor had a very hard fight against an opponent from Noel Smith’s BJJ, a school known for its tough fighters and strong Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Rays opponent had excellent stand up skills which his corner expected, but his ground game was surprisingly good.
Kimura Arm Lock
Ray was caught in a very ugly Kimura arm lock from his opponent’s guard (see photo right) but Ray purservered and eventually got out of it. The fight was back and forth with takedowns and takedown attempts from both fighters. Mid way into the third round Ray put together a ferocious flurry of punches from his opponent’s guard while having him against the fence. The barrage was so intense that the referee stopped the fight giving Ray the win by TKO.
Baltimore Martial Arts Cornermen Charles Gamble and Brandon Cherry
Ray Sydnor was cornered by Charles Gamble and Brandon Cherry. Charles is also a mixed martial arts fighter from Baltimore Martial Arts but was not competing that evening. Brandon Cherry is also an MMA & Muay thai competitor and also the Muay Thai Kickboxing Coach for Baltimore Martial Arts.
Ray Sydnor 170lb MMA Millersville Winner
Baltimore Martial Arts has a complete mixed martial arts competition program for competitors and non-competitors. We have a professional MMA team of instructors which includes but is not limited to Boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo & Wrestling. Our strength and conditioning program also includes a team some of whom hold a level 2 RKC (Russian Kettlebell) and a CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certification. Baltimore Martial Arts also has Judo, Tae Kwon Do and Brazilian Jiu -Jitsu for children and fitness programs for adults.
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Little Girl Bullied – Grandmother’s Testimonial
Childhood Bullying
One of our students was bullied at her school before joining our children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program at Baltimore Martial Arts. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is only one of several kids martial arts programs that we offer. They all help kids gain confidence and teach them defensive skills that help protect them against big bullies.
Below is a brief video of the little girl’s grandmother giving her opinions of our children’s martial arts program and what it has done for her granddaughter.
Childhood bullying has become a major issue in our society. No longer are bullies getting slapped on the wrist or detained after school. School policies are beginning to adapt a zero tolerance policy which may result in school expulsion and legal consequence.
The graph below shows that children’s behavior and/or attitudes toward other children is changing for the worse.
Changing Attitudes
Teaching children martial arts and instilling confidence is only one part of the problem. We can help the victim stand up for themselves and punish those children who decide to be abusive. However, these strategies are only bandaids on a wound and not a cure. We may never be able to stop bullying and giving your child bandaids may be your best immediate strategy. We should strive for more than quick fixes and reach out to those being bullied and or bullying through their parents and through their teachers at school. We can try and educate parents, teachers and our children’s guardians by teaching them the signs to look that are indicative of being bullied or bullying other children.
If you have a child that is being bullied or who is bullying others and you would like to discuss this matter in person, please feel free to call or email me anytime. Gary Berger Owner Baltimore Martial Arts.
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Renato Tavares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar
Renato Tavares, 4th Degree Black Belt, American Top Team Coach will be conducting a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar at Noel Smith’s Jiu-Jitsu in Glen Burnie, Maryland on Saturday March 24th 10AM-2PM. Pre-registration cost is $50 or $65 at the door.
Renato Tavares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar 2011 Baltimore Martial Arts 2010
Renato Tavares was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1968. Renato started learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the age of 6 years old. Renato Received his BJJ black belt in 1995 from the legendary and late Carlson Gracie Senior. Carlson He was the eldest son of Carlos Gracie, founder of the BJJ system in the late 1920s with his late uncle Hélio Gracie. In addition to training Renato, Carlson Gracie also trained many other top Brajilian jiu jitsu competitors including Allan Goes, Murilo Bustamante, Mario Sperry, Wallid Ismail, Pablo Popovitch, Kevin Christopher, Andre Pederneiras, Julio Fernandez, Ricardo Liborio, Marcus Soares, Rodrigo Medeiros, Ricardo “Rey” Diogo, Marcelo Alonso, Vitor Belfort, Stephan Bonnar, Julio “Foca” Fernandez.
A master technician, Renato has competed for more than 33 years and won over 200 Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu events, including World Championship, Panamericans, Internationals, Nationals, and States. Renato has been teaching Brazilian Jiu jitsu classes to students from a variety of backgrounds including FBI, Military, Police Officers & UFC reality show contestants. Renato is also professional mixed martial arts fighter. Renato is regarded by many as one of the best Brazilian Jiu jitsu competiors and coaches in the world.
To register for the BJJ seminar or to inquire about private lessons call Noel Smith’s Braziian Jiu Jitsu 443-867-5329 or Baltimore Martial Arts 410-908-5425.
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Baltimore Wrestling Club
Baltimore Martial Arts now has a wrestling club for children and adults. Coaches Ron Vaughters and Steve Golob both have extensive backgrounds in wrestling. Steve coaches high school wrestling at North County High School. Steve has been wrestling for almost 20 years and coaching for about 5 years. In High school Steve was a 2 time regional champ, qualified for the state tournament 3 times, and placed 4th in 1A/2A states in 1997. Steve also wrestled on the club team at University of Maryland. Steve’s other hobbies include rock climbing, hiking, running, yoga, slacklining, capoeira, crossfit, breakdancing, biking, swimming and martial arts. Steve recently competed in a wrestling tournament with his students. Steve won three matches and lost two to take fourth place.
Ron Vaughters is a decorated wrestler and a legend at Old Mills High School with multiple State Championships. Ron is also an accomplished Mixed Martial Arts competitor. Ron recently competed in an MMA tournament three weeks ago in PA where he won very impressively with a combination of wrestling and striking skills. Ron is the wrestler in the picture above in the white uniform.
Adult Wrestling Classes
Adult wrestling classes are now offered on Monday and Wednesday evenings 8-9 PM. Classes are taught by Ron Vaughters. Beginners as well as off season wrestling competitors are welcome. Students training in other styles will benefit from adding wrestling to their game especially Mixed Martial Artists. Mixed Martial Arts competitors with wrestling skills have consistently been successful in the Octagon. Randy Couture. Matt Hughes, Dan Henderson are excellent examples of MMA fighters who use wrestling skills to win MMA titles.
Children’s Wrestling Classes
Children’s wrestling classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-5:30PM beginning March 27th. Classes are taunt by Steve Golob. More kids wrestling classes are in planning.
Coach Steve Golob (on top) March 17th 2012
Children ages 6 and up are welcome including teenagers. Youngsters looking for off season wrestling practice and exposure to new competitors will benefit greatly from this program. Our goal is to network with local junior wrestling clubs and community schools in the Baltimore & greater metropolitan areas. Children new to wrestling will learn as well and be better prepared for when they begin their wrestling season. Children in our Tae Kwon Do, Judo, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts programs are welcome to cross train in our junior wrestling program.
Junior Wrestling Classes in Catonsville
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Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Mission Submission
Charles Gamble and Justin Pyle competed for Baltimore Martial Arts and Fitness at the Mission Submission grappling tournament held in Frederick Maryland March 7th 2012.
Mission Submission March 7th 2012
Charles Gamble won Gold no-gi and bronze gi. Justin Pyle won Gold in Absolute Gi and two Silver Medals in No Gi and Absolute No Gi.
To see more pictures of Charles and Justin visit this LINK.
For more information on our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs visit our web page {Baltimore Martial Arts}.
To view some of our videos and BJJ competitors in action visit {Baltimore Martial Arts You Tube}.
Email us at:baltimoremartialarts@yahoo.com
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy 6565 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228
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To read more reviews about Baltimore Martial Arts & Fitness please visit our GOOGLE PLACE PAGE.
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