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  • Wilmington, NC Read this article on stretches to improve you BJJ Skills

    Wilmington, NC Read this article on stretches to improve you BJJ Skills

    "These 5 Stretches Will Improve Your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu" Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu does not necessarily favor the flexible, but having good flexibility is not a bad thing to have for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Some people are born flexible, while others are not. It is good practice to work on your flexibility stretches after a light warm up and before your actual Brazilian Jiu-Jitsutraining. Weight training is not necessary to practice Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but having a bit more strength or explosiveness in certain scenarios could get you out of a bad situation. In the same respect, having good flexibility could get you out of tight spots, literally. Today, Evolve Daily shares 5 Stretches That ....

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  • Wilmington Pankration

    Wilmington Pankration

    Pankration Pancrase is the most complete martial arts fighting system. It is the original Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). It incorporates all the striking of Muay Thai and Karate,all the takedowns of wrestling, all the submission of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and all the throws of Judo.It can be used as a self-defense system but is designed to fight not necessarilydefend yourself from and attacker and get away. Our basic classes are designed for the student to learn the art. Anyone can train. There is not requirement to get in the cage and fight. That is an option for those that want to but not for the average student learning the art. Fight team and sparring practices are not part of the basic ....

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  • Wilmington NC, A great article on the benefits of girls training in martial arts by AWMA

    Wilmington NC, A great article on the benefits of girls training in martial arts by AWMA

    Martial artscan have a positive influence on almost every life. Whatever your age, gender, circumstances, or ability, there’s a martial art or a type of martial arts-influenced training that can improve your physical and mental health in a wide variety of ways. What martial art is best for you and how it can transform your life is as individual as we all are, but there are some general trends that that we can see. In past blogs, we’ve looked at why martial arts training is great for kids , why it’s great for adults , and how martial arts-inspired physical fitness training can help seniors . This week, we’d like to dedicate the blog to looking at how martial arts ....

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  • Wilmington, NC Reasons why BJJ is better than team sports

    Wilmington, NC Reasons why BJJ is better than team sports

    14 Reasons why BJJ is better for kids than team sports: Self-defense Ok that may be the obvious reason but it’s true. One of the reasons why people freeze in a confrontation is because they simply don’t know what to do. The Martial Arts train you to deal with confrontation both verbal and physical. Beware not all styles of Martial Arts will give you real world self-defense so look into the art before investing time and money into training. Self-confidence There are only two ways to build your self-confidence. One is to set a goal and achieve it and the other is to make promised and keep them. The martial arts gives you set goals and standards to achieve to earn ....

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  • Wilmington, Interesting article: 5 reasons why parents who train raise successful children

    Wilmington, Interesting article: 5 reasons why parents who train raise successful children

    5 Reasons Why Parents Who Practice Martial Arts Can Raise Successful Children What parent wouldn’t want their child to be successful? It’s natural for any parent to want the best for their child; they’ll do anything and everything they can to ensure a bright future for him or her. Although there are many theories and practices used to raise successful children, research shows that there are certain factors that can predict success. Unsurprisingly, studies show that much of a child’s success is directly correlated to their parents. Martial arts practitioners, who are parents, mostly share certain traits that could predict successful adults ....

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  • Wilmington NC Do You Know The 3 Ways Martial Arts Helps Bully-Proof Your Child?

    Wilmington NC Do You Know The 3 Ways Martial Arts Helps Bully-Proof Your Child?

    Back to school should be an exciting time -- new teachers, new clothes, new school supplies and new friends. But for a child who is the victim of a bully, the excitement of a new school year is filled more with anxiety than anticipation. As a martial arts instructor, I'm often asked by parents about the best ways to help their children to deal with bullies. While there are many approaches to the problem, I think one of the best ways is to instill self-confidence in your children. And martial arts is just one way to instill self-confidence. No matter which tactics you try, you want to start by creating an open line of communication with your child. As I mention in my book, ....

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  • Wilmington NC Do You Know The Top 8 Reasons Why Kids Should Train Martial Arts

    Self-Discipline Martial arts will help to teach children the art of self-discipline. All too often in the modern day children are accustomed to getting what they want when they want. Martial arts teach restraint and patience. Get Active It gets kids away from their screens and off the sofa and encourages them to be more physically active at the same time as having fun. Learning a martial art is a full body workout not only for the body but the mind as well! Setting Goals Having a competition or tournament that the children can aim for helps teach them to set goals in life and whether they win or not it helps them to deal with either outcome which will be beneficial in later ....

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  • Wilmington NC Do you Know the 9 Reasons why Muay Thai Is The Perfect Martial Art ?

    Developed over hundreds of years, the ancient martial art of Muay Thai is known for its tremendous power, maximum efficiency, and raw simplicity. Often referred to as the “Art of Eight Limbs”, Muay Thai utilizes a beautiful symphony of kicks, punches, knees, and elbows with fluidity and grace. Muay Thai is now one of the most well-known and practiced martial arts in the world. It has proven to be effective, which is why it is most common striking base in the vastly popular, fast-growing sport of mixed martial arts . Today, Evolve Daily gives you 9 reasons why Muay Thai is the perfect martial art: 1) ItÂis widely recognized as the most effective ....

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  • Wilmington NC Do you Know the Eight Health Benefits of Training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ?

    Wilmington NC Do you Know the Eight Health Benefits of Training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ?

    Did you know that practicing a martial art can actually change your brain chemistry ? The brain begins to undergo changes after the age of 35. Learning new concepts and skills may become more of a challenge. You might not be as receptive to change as you once were. On the other hand, someone who has practiced a martial art for years could actually slow that process. Practicing jiu-jitsu is one example of how a martial art can enhance your life in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer Japanese jiu-jitsu or the Brazilian variation, you will enjoy some serious health and fitness benefits from engaging in this activity. Here are some of the top ways that jiu-jitsu can help you ....

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  • Wilmington NC Do You Know The Top 5 Reasons Why Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Is So Popular ?

    Wilmington NC Do You Know The Top 5 Reasons Why Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Is So Popular ?

    There’s no denying that Brazilian jiu-jitsu
    is one of the fastest growing fighting arts in the world. It has grown beyond a simple martial arts or sport. For many people, it’s a way of life. Much of its popularity stems from the fact that the benefits you can gain from BJJ are both physical and mental. There are several reasons why BJJ is so prominent today. We’ve come up with the top five most well-known ones. #5. Age Limit? What Age Limit?
    It is true that there are many martial arts you can practice at various ages. BJJ is one of the most forgiving ones whether you’re starting at 4-years-old or 60-years-old . Children are able to gain a better focus, ....

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Ronnie S.

We signed our 7 year old daughter up for JBM.... Just in 2 weeks... We seen her confidence skyrocket.... Her will to stick itnout has increased in everything. ... She can't wait for every class to arrive.... This class enstills discipline, and integrity. .. Many of the USMC leadership traits... Plus give your child a chance of survival. ... Now days the younger generation teaches expectations. ... Not here. .. Everything will be earned.... Blood, sweat, and tears makes a great foundation of any respectable person... Character building is TOP priority. ... SEMPER FI Coach

Melanie M.

Jbm IBM has the best coaches and they bond with everyone they also make sure to talk with the kids about their everyday lives and if they have any problems will talk with you and or your kids to see if they can help...my kids love this dojo it has really helped boost their confidence and helped get them active

Ellen I.

My husband and daughter have been going to the adult gi and kids gi classes for a few months now and they love it!! Besides the physical benefits it's great to see them both break out of their comfort zones. Coach Matt has been amazing and is not just an excellent teacher but good friend. Love JBM!!

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