Jiu Jitsu vs. Electronics For Children

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Considering that we live in a world where technology surrounds us practically 24/7, it’s no surprise that children these days are placing most of their attention on what’s on their phone, tablet, computer screen or latest gaming console. But, although new technology certainly has its benefits, children that have become so wrapped up in it are losing out on the physical activity they need.

Let’s focus on video games for just a moment; here at Renzo Gracie NH, we understand the negative effects that constant gaming can have on young children today – they are:

Potential pain in areas such as the neck, head and back
A lack of social skills
Increased anger
Higher chances of zoning out

Though video games and other electronics may be viewed as fun in the eyes of a child, it is so important to make sure they are getting the proper amount of physical activity in each day so that they can continue to live a healthy lifestyle. Did you know that physically active children are 1/10 as likely to be obese and have a reduced risk of illness such as heart disease? Not to mention, physical activity can also positively impact their schoolwork! All that said, we highly encourage children to participate in a Jiu Jitsu class, and here are a few more reasons why:

It promotes physical activity
It encourages fitness and weight control
It promotes social skills
It leads to increased self confidence and self respect

So, are you ready to make a difference in your child’s life and sign them up for Jiu Jitsu? If you’re looking for fitness classes for kids in Salem or Exeter, New Hampshire, check out the children’s Jiu Jitsu classes we offer. For more information, please give us a call at (603) 777-2775.

January 15, 2016/by Renzo Gracie NH

How To Get Ready For Your First Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Class

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If you’ve signed up for a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class, congratulations! You’re about to begin a journey that includes learning self defense and improving your physical fitness. But before you can begin to experience the benefits of Jiu Jitsu, you need to prepare yourself for the class. Below, we offer a few tips to help you get ready for the first day.

Find The Right Clothing

In order to perform each of the moves taught during your lessons, you’ll need to be wearing attire that lets you move freely. To learn more about the recommended clothing for your particular Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class, contact your school or instructor directly in advance.

Take Off All Jewelry

The last thing you want during your Jiu Jitsu class is to harm yourself, your classmates or your instructor. Therefore, it’s important for you to remove all jewelry (especially necklaces and bracelets that dangle) so that you don’t put anyone at risk for getting hurt – it’s extremely easy for your jewelry to get caught on others throughout your lesson since you will likely be in close contact with them.

Check Yourself

Do you have open wounds that haven’t healed yet? If so, you’ll want to cover these up to prevent any bacteria from seeping in – remember that you’ll be super close to your classmates and instructor during your lesson. Next, check over your nails to see how long they are; since you’ll be close to others and using your hands and feet at some point, make sure your nails are at a short enough length so that they don’t scratch the individuals you’re working with.

Last but not least, if this is the first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class you’ve ever taken, remember that it takes time to perfect each move. So, make a promise to yourself that you won’t be intimidated or discouraged by others in your class if they’ve been involved in the sport for a little bit longer – you can achieve that same level of greatness too!

Here at Renzo Gracie NH, we offer Jiu Jitsu programs for both children and adults, and we’d love to see you at one of our academies! To learn more about the classes we offer, please give us a call at (603) 777-2775 or send us an email at [email protected] today.

January 12, 2016/by Renzo Gracie NH

International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Rankings

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The International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) hosts several of the biggest Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) tournaments in the world. Professor, Kevin Landry, not only teaches his students Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, he lives it. He actively competes at many tournaments and is ranked #5 in the world for his weight and division.

http://ibjjf.org/black-belt-male-master-3-ranking/

December 2, 2015/by Renzo Gracie NH

Congratulations to Our Renzo Gracie NH Members for Their Accomplishments

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It is with great honor that we recognize the members of Renzo Gracie NH for their accomplishments.

Congratulations Matt on your purple belt!

Congratulations Pete on your purple belt!

Congratulations Max on your purple belt!

October 13, 2015/by Renzo Gracie NH

The Advantages of Power Fitness Classes

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Power fitness classes, sounds intimidating doesn’t it? You imagine a grueling workout and sore muscles for days after the class and you decide that it’s just not right for you. If you leave it at that, you are doing yourself a great disservice.

Power fitness is a total body workout; it works your muscles, strengthens your heart and gets you into shape quickly. There are many benefits to a power workout:
• Weight control / loss
• Build core strength
• Boost and strengthen your immune system
• Reduces stress, depression and anxiety

You only get out of it what you put in, and when you attend power fitness classes at Renzo Gracie NH, you will find that our routine is intense, however, it is also a lot of fun. We incorporated Jiu jitsu and kick boxing into our routine so you are not only getting a power fitness workout, you are also learning skills that you can use to defend yourself if necessary.

Life today is stressful; work, home and family obligations can stress you to your limit; Our power fitness classes are a fun way relieve stress, and improve your mood and your attitude. With each class that you take, you notice how good you feel and your confidence and self-esteem rising. When you are in shape, you just feel better about yourself. You will look forward to coming back again and again.

Professor Kevin Landry brings all of his knowledge and skills to each class; he has trained with the greatest masters in the world today. When you attend a power fitness class at Renzo Gracie NH, you will benefit from their knowledge and expertise.

It is up to you to take the first step, once you do, you will see an incredible transformation on how you look and feel; Call us today to get started on the road to great health!

August 27, 2015/by Renzo Gracie NH

Stop Bullying before it begins!

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The first day of school is approaching quickly and children everywhere are both excited to see old friends and nervous about advancing to a new grade. For some kids, fear of being bullied gives them nightmares and they dread going to school. Whether bullying takes place on the school bus, playground, hallways or bathrooms, bullied children are at risk for hurting themselves to make the bullying stop.

Even though most schools have a zero tolerance policy against bullying, these crafty kids find a way to torment those who are smaller than them and those who are timid. Parents struggle to find solutions to this growing problem however they are often met with resistance from school officials who deny that there is a problem. There are ways for parents to take action and stop their child from being bullied.
One way to stop bullying is to teach your child how to defend himself or herself. Martial arts is an excellent way to teach your children to stand up for themselves and stop the bullies. At Renzo Gracie NH, our Jiu Jitsu classes are not only designed with self-defense in mind, they teach children to self-respect and confidence. You will notice the difference after the very first class.
Studies have shown that bullied children do poorly in school, their grades fall, they cannot focus and in extreme cases they can hurt themselves. Bullies know how to get around being noticed by teachers and school staff and they can inflict a lot of pain and suffering on a child and lower their self-esteem and confidence. They will eventually believe what the bully tells them.

Our Jiu Jitsu classes are taught by Professor Kevin Landry, a master of the arts. He will teach your child:

• Self Defense
• Discipline
• Confidence
• Self esteem

What’s more is that your child will have fun learning! We offer a family friendly atmosphere, a place where children feel comfortable and no pressure. They actually enjoy the lessons that will allow them to be free from bullying.
Call us now to schedule a tour of our facility, we guarantee your child will benefit from our experience!

August 26, 2015/by Renzo Gracie NH

Power Fitness Classes; get in the best shape of your life!

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Life today can be hectic; working all day, coming home to clean and prepare dinner and taking the kids to their afterschool activities can leave you exhausted. All you want to do is sit down, grab the remote and a snack and just relax; this is the scenario in thousands of households across the country. The problem is, when you do this day after day, you can get out of shape very quickly and there are serious health risks for those who are overweight. Getting back into shape is very important to your health.
One of the best ways to get back into shape is power fitness classes; it is a high energy, total body workout that builds your core strength. This may sound hard, however, at Renzo Gracie NH, we make it fun! We have developed a power fitness class that combines Jiu jitsu and kickboxing into our routine and you will see for yourself the benefits of joining our power fitness classes.

• Weight loss
• Boosts and strengthen your immune system
• Improves confidence and self esteem
• Learn self-defense techniques
These are just a few benefits of our classes. The high energy level of our power fitness class improves your mood and attitude like nothing else can; it; even though the class is an hour long, the time just flies by! In just a few classes, you will see the results of your hard work! It will improve your self-esteem and your confidence will soar!
Power fitness classes at Renzo Gracie NH are a great way to relieve stress; you leave feeling better, happier and more relaxed. It’s the perfect way to clear your head and become focused on important matters and you are more confident that you can accomplish the goals that you set for yourself.
An added benefit to our power fitness classes is that we incorporate self-defense techniques into our routine; you will have the peace of mind in knowing that you will be able to protect yourself if the need arises.
Any doctor will tell you that exercise is a necessity to staying in shape, a good cardio workout is great for keeping your heart strong and overall good health. Our power fitness class is a great cardio workout you can feel the difference even after the first class.
Our friendly, family orientated atmosphere promotes a sense of unity; a place where families can be together and have fun while getting in shape. We encourage all family members to do their best in a supportive and friendly manner.

Renzo Gracie NH invites you to come in and see what we can do for you! Call us now to schedule your first class!

August 25, 2015/by Renzo Gracie NH

Renzo Gracie NH Power Fitness Classes

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At Renzo Gracie NH, we think that getting in shape should be more fun than a dreaded chore; we’ve designed our Power Fitness and Jiu Jitsu classes to be an exciting way to get in shape, lose weight and have fun doing it. It is a way to raise your self-esteem and feel better about yourself.

In the business world today appearance is everything; you only get one chance to make a first impression and being physically fit goes a long way in corporate America. Getting or staying in shape can be difficult when you sit at a desk for eight hours a day or more. There is a craze today to get in shape; three quarter of the world is overweight or obese.

Most people want to lose the unwanted pounds, however, doing it the right way is critical to sustained weight loss. Fad diets and weight loss supplements may result in losing the extra weight, however it almost always comes back and for those who lose weight too quickly, there is the problem of saggy skin. That is most definitely not attractive.

In order to lose weight and sustain it, you need a total body workout; an exercise routine that will build your core strength. Taking the first steps will be the hardest, however once you do, you will be glad you did!

Our power fitness classes are designed to be high energy, to develops high endurance and leads to overall better health, weight loss, and stress relief. You leave with a better attitude then when you came in. And with each class that you take, you will notice how much better you look and feel.

It is understandable that after a long and almost always stressful day, you want to go home and relax; make dinner, sit on the couch and watch TV, often with a high fat snack. This does nothing to get yourself in shape. Power fitness is not to be feared; it is an incredible way to build your self-esteem, reduce stress and boost your immune system.

Power Fitness does take some work, however everything worth having is worth working for right? Many people think that you have to be in shape to start the power fitness class at Renzo Gracie NH; nothing could be further from the truth! Our classes are designed to get you in the best shape of your life!

Call us now and see what our power fitness can do for you! Once you take the first class you’ll want to do more!! Call us now!

August 19, 2015/by Renzo Gracie NH

Can Martial Arts Stop Bullying?

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Bullying today has gotten way out of control; whether it is at school, on social media sites or in the workplace, bullying has become intolerable, especially in schools. Every year, thousands of children attend school knowing that they will be bullied. Many of them are too afraid to tell their parents because of fear of reprisal from the bully, and some just do not think their parents can help.

Did you know there are 3 different types of bullying and each can have devastating effects on your child?
• Social – Schools have always had social groups, gangs or whatever you want to call them, however each can and often are cruel. They tease and torment classmates by starting rumors to humiliate them forcing them to withdraw from school activities and events.
• Verbal – in most schools, this is not tolerated however, in hallways and bathrooms where teachers cannot hear them, they find their victims and assault them with words. This often results in lower grades and the victim dreading school.
• Physical – this is the worst kind of bullying, it leave the victim with a physical reminder of what they are going through.
Parents struggle as they watch their child suffer, especially when all their efforts to stop the bullying end in failure.
With the new school year fast approaching, students are getting ready to go back to school, some are excited, and some are terrified of it. Why? Because they are bullied. Bullies pick on those who are small and timid, the children they know will not and cannot stand up to them.
Excessive bullying can affect a child for his or her entire life. It causes:
• Low self-esteem
• Bad grades
• Anxiety
• Self-loathing
• It can cause them to hurt themselves
• In extreme cases, suicide

The best way to help your child succeed is to teach them that they do not have to submit to bullies; one of the best methods to accomplish this is martial arts classes.
You may be wondering ‘can martial arts stop bullying?’ and the answer is yes! There are different forms of the martial arts, and each teaches your child restraint, self-discipline and most of all, self-defense.

Self defenses classes for kids will raise your child’s confidence level by teaching them the art of self-defense. Parents may be concerned that martial Arts classes will teach their children how to fight; that is not the idea.

When your child attends quality martial arts classes, the instructors teach him or her to defend himself or herself and also that under no circumstances to hurt another. They build their confidence and their self-esteem so they will not be bullied in school or anywhere else.

Call us now or Click the button below to get your child started on a bully-free future!

August 6, 2015/by Renzo Gracie NH

Good Hygiene for Jiu Jitsu Classes

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Good Hygiene for Jiu Jitsu Classes

Have you ever been to Jiu Jitsu class and had a rolling partner be that guy or girl with the stinky gi? Your trying to hold your breath and keep your guard together at the same time. Here are some tips to keep your rolling sessions fresh and clean.

Copyright Meerkatsu published with permission.

For those that do not know, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a close combat system. It is unlike almost any other sport that people participate in. You are touching or just inches away from your teammates or opponents almost the entire time. It is disrespectful not just to yourself but also your rolling partners to not have a high level of personal hygiene. In this article I will offer some advice on how to properly keep your hygiene what I have dubbed “Jiu-Jitsu Clean”. I wish I didn’t have to write this article. I have never ran into an unclean person rolling along with my teammates, yet I know this will help guide some people to prepare properly for class.

The first thing you will want to do is keep your gi clean and dried. Once you are done rolling in it and you’ve changed to go home from the academy it should be washed. I bring a gym bag to class, yet I fold my pants into my Kimono and use my belt to loop it around as a neat package. I find this helps me to take it into the house and leave the bag in the car.

Follow your Gi manufacturer’s instructions. Most will say gentle cold water and hang dry. Do not use bleach on gi’s, this will damage the fabric. If you train more than twice a week, then adding a second gi to your line up can be a time saver. When you wash your gi, it’s a good habit to wash your belt and any rash guards and hand towels as well. I use a hemp belt and as much as it is toted for being anti-bacterial I still wash it.

Now that your gi is taken care of, you’ll want to take care of yourself. Conventional soap works, but I find ones with tea tree oil helps fight against bacteria as an extra precaution. I have used Grounders Soap for months, but have heard amazing things about Fight Soap, Arm Bar Soap and Soap-A-Licious as well. I know what you’re thinking, “Soap made specifically for BJJ?” yes, and I don’t mind paying for a quality product that keeps me feeling clean while knowing I am treating my skin to a handmade healthy product.

You should always shower before and after class. This cuts down on the chances of ring worm, staff infections and other nasty’s. Please make sure your finger and toe nails are trimmed. I was at the IBJFF Boston Open a few months back and treated a random purple belt, during his match his opponent tried to get a triangle and the guy’s eagle talon of a big toe nail scratched his face enough to bleed.

If you use a mouth guard it must be cleaned after each session. You’re placing a product directly into your mouth and have a much higher rate of bacteria growing there. There are sprays that are made specifically for disinfecting mouth guards. You may also use a toothbrush and toothpaste followed by a cold water rinse, then rinse it with mouth wash and pat dry.

So there you have it, keep your gi; belt, gear and yourself clean and you’ll be the stylish guy or girl in the academy that people will be happy to roll with. If there is someone in your school that needs a gentle reminder that they may be lacking good hygiene, a gentle pull to the side at the end of class is the best approach. Keep it respectful and quiet. Everyone has an off day. One last bit of advice, I like to wash my gym bag once a week to kill any lurker germs that could be in there. I hope you enjoyed this blog article and would love if you checked out the official Renzo Gracie NH Facebook. There is a new, free email subscription that we have set up on the main page, sign up and receive a new detailed instructional video each month. Till next time, keep your gi clean, keep going to your Jiu Jitsu classes and keep learning.

A special thank you to Meerkatsu and Grounders Soap for their permission to use their artwork and photo.

June 24, 2015/by Renzo Gracie NH