This summer, Gracie Tampa will begin the program that will change your child’s entire summer experience! Our “Summer Samurai Camps” will drive your child’s training to the next level, while maintaining the fun-filled atmosphere that keeps our kids coming back!!

The samurai were a warrior class of people who dwelled in the feudal era of Japan. They were the pinnacle of a highly trained body driven by a keenly honed and cultured mind. They lived by a code and their devotion to personal cultivation fueled their drive toward excellence in all they accomplished.

It’s in this tradition that Coach Cris has designed a curriculum aimed at not only the rigorous physical nature of training, and the technical intricacies of BJJ and MMA, but also the mental, gallant traits of a true Martial Artist.

Please review the enclosed information which was designed to explain in the details of this wonderful program. The camp will be limited to only 25 kids per session, so please sign up quickly!!

The Top 5 Reasons Your Child Should Be a

“Summer Samurai” Camper

PHYSICAL EXERCISE – Your child will be engaged in rigorous physical activity. Samurai were known for their physical prowess. Your kid’s about to join them.
TECHNIQUE ACCELERATION – With the curriculum designed and the time set aside to focus on your child’s technique, you will notice a leap in their mat skills. GUARANTEED!!
LIFE SKILL EXCELLENCE – With time set aside every day to address issues ranging from “respecting one’s parents” to “how to properly shake someone’s hand”, the “Samurai Session” segment of the day will cover all those things and more!!
CULTURAL EXPOSURE – Every day the kids will be exposed to lessons aimed at letting them know there’s a whole world out there! From learning the basics of Portuguese, our arts native language, to watching a variety of programs pertaining to the different styles of martial arts from Thailand, Korea, and Japan, your children will forget they’re even in Tampa!
THE COOL FACTOR!! – Who are we kidding?! Your child will get to train like a Samurai! Insane workouts, obstacle courses, Martial Arts Movies, Samurai themed games and drills, ect…Your child will LOVE being here and when you see the progress they’ve made YOU WILL TOO!

We are offering THREE 2 Week Sessions this summer!! Each Session will have a different focus, theme, and curriculum.

Session 1 will be a MMA BootCamp and will run from June 11th – 22nd

Session 2 will be a Sports Camp and will run from July 9th – 19th

Session 3 will be a Ninja Camp and will run from July 30th – August 10th

Summer Camp Classes include:

Learning how to properly Punch and Kick!
Exciting Takedowns and Throws!!
Incredible Grappling Techniques!!
Winning Sparring Strategies
Winning Tournament Strategies!
New methods of Self Defense!
New fitness exercises that children can practice at home!
Sports Classes – (Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Flag Football, Volleyball)
Daily Arts and Crafts
Reading Time
Movies
Guest Speakers (UFC Fighters!)
Games and Drills
Competitions & Prizes
In House Tournaments
Weekly Field Trips!! (Malibu, Mosi, Bowling, Laser Tag, and much more!!)
Campers will develop:

Better Balance!
Increase Coordination!!
Improve Flexibility!
Improve Confidence!!
Increase Discipline!
Better Team Work Skills!

Saturday – January 21st
12:00pm – 2:00pm
$20.00

-A Fun and Challenging New Workout!!

-Stand Up Self Defense

-Ground Self Defense

-Nutritional Tips

We are adding EIGHT new classes to our schedule starting the week of January 16th, 2012!!!

Gracie Tampa is now offering TWO extra Level One Conditioning Classes in the mornings from 8:30 – 9:30 am on Mondays and Wednesdays.

We are also adding a late night MMA Section Class that will run from 9:00pm – 10:00pm for those who are interested in later training times. This class is labeled at MMA Section 5.

We have also decided to give our MMA Section members access to ONE STRIKING CAP Class per week on Thursdays from 8-9. This will give our newer members a taste of what being in our CAP Program is like.

Lastly, we have added 2 more CAP GRAPPLING Classes in the morning as well as another CAP STRIKING Class!!

Please contact me if you have any questions!!

-Coach Cris (midget.)

CLOSED
Wednesday December 21st –
Sunday December 25th
&
Saturday December 31st

OPEN MATS
(Open to ALL Students)
Monday December 26th –
Friday December 30th

Morning Session:
11:00am – 12:30pm

Evening Session:
6:00pm – 8:00pm

Perhaps the most emotionally impactful win of the night came as Antonio “Minotauro” Nogueira knocked out rising heavyweight star Brendan Schaub at 3:09 of the first round. Nogueira, one of
Brazil’s most beloved fighters, fought on his home soil for the first time in his professional career. Overcoming a rocky start, in which Schaub landed repeatedly, Nogueira was able to find his range, catching Schaub with a stiff right that hurt the younger fighter and following up with a left hook to the chin which left Schaub facedown of the canvas. Post fight, the Brazilian heavyweight, who had just returned from numerous surgeries, promised that he was now back in the vintage form which made
him one of the sports brightest stars.

Mauricio “Shogun” Rua also returned to vintage form Saturday night, only one fight removed from the vicious beating he received at the hands of Jon Jones. Taking on the man who beat him in his UFC debut, Forrest Griffin, Shogun came out aggressively. Landing early and often, he finished Griffin at just 1:53 of the first round.

-Kris B.

Congratulations to my Mini Midget Army for competing
at Grapplers Quest South East Championships this past weekend.

All of my students medaled and I am extremely proud of
their hard work, dedication, and courage!!

Congrats to:
Yasmeen Gallardo
Ty “T-Rex” Elder
Cade Calta
Iban Rios
Alex “Macho” Mas
Brian “Bullet” Mas
Mikie “Sonic” Sanchez
Cliff “Spyder Monkey” Smith
Jose “Jacare” Marrero
Richie Finn
Robert “Papo” Gonzalez

Also, a huge thank you to Rob Elder for
having a few of the kids stay at his house
in Miami. Thank you for your kindness and
hospitality!!

The event will take place at 2501 Coral Springs Drive, with the weigh-ins take place this Friday night at the same location. The doors for the event will open at 8:00 am, and the event starting at 10:30 am.
Spectator tickets for the event are ten dollars if ordered ahead, and twenty dollars at the door.

Winners in each weight class have the opportunity to take home ninja swords, championship belts, or custom medallions. Youth and Women’s division are separated into Beginner (less than 12 months experience) and Advanced (at least 12 months experience). Kid’s age groups are divided into five age groups, six years and under, 7-9 years old, 10-12 years old, 13-15 years old, and 16-17 years old.

The tournament offers Men’s no-gi division 30-39 years old, and 40 years old and up. The tournament also offers a BJJ gi division for men 30 years old and up. Lastly the men’s division are divided into four skill levels, novice (less than 9 months experience), beginner (9-18 months experience), intermediate (18-36 months) and Advanced (at least 36 months experience).

For a complete list of weight classes and additional information you should check out http://www.grapplersquest.com/events

First, as a student with a busy schedule it can be hard to commit to a concrete schedule. By taking private lessons with an instructor, it allows a student to learn and train on their own time.

Secondly, private lessons ensure that the student is utilizing proper technique in every grappling scenario, by having a 1 on 1 practice environment directly with that instructor. Private lessons are also a great way for students to review prior skills obtained directly with an experienced coach.

Thirdly, as a new student it can sometimes be uncomfortable to ask questions in a class environment. Our private lessons give the student the ability to ask as many questions as they desire, with the instructor thoroughly answering the question before moving forward with the class.

Lastly, instructors teaching private lessons tailor their lessons around an individual’s wants and needs, to ensure maximum growth in the discipline the student is interested in.

If you are interested in Private Lessons with our AWESOME Instructors here at Gracie Tampa, please shoot us an E-Mail!!