Professor Ryan is home from knee surgery. Only 55% of his miniscus was removed with everything else looking good. “I’m going to rest up today and tomorrow, but will be at GB Evolution on Wednesday to train the team. Thanks for everyone’s help!”
Congratulations to Gracie Barra Evolution Students of the Month of December 2011!
Tyler Peterson (Advanced Student of the Month) & Tyler Davenport (Beginner Student of the Month)
Student of the Month exemplifies a positive attitude and great work ethic at home, in training and at school. Congratulations to both Tyler P. and Tyler D. for giving the very best of themselves in everything they do in life. Keep up the great work, we’re proud of you both.
Gracie Barra Evolution Christmas party on Wednesday, December 21st @ 6:30pm. Bring some sort of dish to eat and bring absolutely everyone to hang out and enjoy this special time of year.
Professor Ryan is in Toronto for NAGA this weekend. Niagra falls is an amazing site at night. “The weather is certainly colder than Tampa, but I should survive. No snow yet.”…….Professor Ryan
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Day 2 of NAGA New Jersey. Professor Ryan was in Jersey this weekend helping with the almost 1,200 competitors to compete. This video is the very beginning of the kids matches of day 2.
Mike Mosgaard gets his BJJ Blue Belt
Congratulations to Mike Mosgaard for achieving his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Blue Belt Wednesday night at Gracie Barra Evolution. Mike has been training with Professor Ryan for well over a decade. His original focus was on Kickboxing/Tae Kwon Do where he earned his Black Belt. Now Mike has set his sights on the amazing art of BJJ.
James in Afghanistan: Evolution’s very own James Tudtud is currently in Afghanistan doing computer consulting work. James has found some fellow MMA & Jiu-Jitsu lovers to continue his training while overseas. “We miss having you in class, James. Be safe and keep in touch.”
The Little Ninjas (3-5 years) had another fun week. Yesterday’s class started with balance drills and moved on to focus mitt drills. The focus mitt drills had them throwing a jab, cross, bob & weave, clinch, double knee strike combination. The class finished with the Little Ninjas using their focused strikes to pop bubbles all around them.
Professor Ryan is in Paris, France this week for NAGA Paris.
“I know…it’s a tough job having to travel to places like France.”
“Tomorrow morning we have a Referee certification course with Peter, the Head Referee for the ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club).” I have been a Referee for many ADCC events, but it will be really nice to refresh the details with the most knowledgeable man on the subject.”
