THE JUNGLE GYM LETTER 11/13/17

STATE OF THE JUNGLE
This past Saturday the Jungle Gym sent 3 warriors into the cage for 3 title fights. In the end all three men came out victorious.

First up, at 185 lbs was Victor Landeta. Landeta quickly dispatched his opponent by walking through his strikes to secure the takedown. Once on the ground, his opponent had no answer, and was submitted easily.

Next up, at 125lbs was Edwin “Chi Chi” Solis. Chi Chi was able to shoot off combinations that forced his opponent to adopt a wrestling strategy. Chi Chi’s wrestling defense proved to be too much, and his opponent ended up on the wrong end of some clean combos. This earned Chi Chi a dominating 30-26 decision victory.

Finally, at 135lbs was Daniel “Flaco” Rodriguez. Most of this fight was on the feet with Flaco hunting for the KO. The first round was pretty close and could have gone either way. The second round was dominated by Flaco who landed some clean shots and a big slam. In the final round Flaco was clipped flush with a spinning back fist that had him on auto pilot. Eventually, the fight ended up in Flaco’s guard where years of bjj training came to his aid to get the arm bar victory with just one second left in the main event. One of the most epic moments in Jungle Gym’s history.

The Next ICC (Instructor Certification Course) begins on November 25th at Jungle Gym New Roc. Three Saturday’s in a Row at 9am. See the Front Desk for more info and to Sign Up!

TRIBE CALENDAR NOVEMBER 2017
11/23/17 – HOLIDAY OPEN MAT at HQ
11/24/17 – PARENTS NIGHT OUT (HQ&NR)
11/25/17 – ICC DAY 1 at NR
11/25/17 – JG TEAM OPEN MAT at HQ (Mastery+)
11/26/17 – ICC MASTER CLASS at HQ

KIDS PROGRAM
We are just one week away from NAGA! We have a students looking to compete, and for some it’ll be their first tournament outside of the Jungle Gym. Now it is completely normal for your kids to feel nervous and scared when competing for the first time. The big thing we want to express to them is that winning or losing doesn’t matter (for now), what we want to see is effort. As cliche as it sounds, all we can ask for is that a kid tries their best. At this age the kids are just building experience, 10 years from no one is going to remember who the kids division NAGA champion was. If you guys have any question about the tournament feel free to ask any of the coaches.

Lions of Leadership Open Mat is Every Sunday at HQ and this Month on November 25th at Jungle Gym New Rochelle. These are great training sessions so do your best to be there.

TEENS PROGRAM
Promotions are coming up very soon guys! We are about a month away from the Jungle Gyms next promotions ceremony. Pretty soon those tat are eligible will be receiving promotion list, with a set of moves that they will have to show to a coach to get their next belt. Make sure you guys are not only getting these techniques down pack, but that you are also remembering the names. “Ohhh, I know that move I just didn’t know the name.” We’ve heard that phrase many times over the years. Not only is remembering the names to your techniques important for completing your list, it’s also important in live situations like a tournament where a coach will be screaming techniques at you. If you don’t know what the coach means by “Upa”, then your gonna have a hard time. If you have any questions on promotions, your coaches will help you out. Also Jungle Tough shirts are in, those of you that pre ordered come pick yours up today.

FIGHTERELLA
A summer body in winter? Yes please!

It’s that time of year where the weather is getting cold and all you want to do is wrap up in some blankets,drink some hot coco and watch the newest episode of The Walking Dead (don’t worry no spoilers here). But if you’re still looking to lose weight, get in shape, or just get healthier then you know there is no off-season for your goals. So put those blankets away, put the hot coco on the back burner, TiVo that show for later, and get down to the gym where the coaches are waiting to teach you and your teammates are waiting to train with you. The fact you’ll stay warm and work up a sweat is a bonus too. As always I will see each and every one of you in the gym. Let’s make it happen.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Student spotlight goes to:
The 3 champs of the weekend. All three worked hard and are great representations of what the Jungle Gym is about!

THE JUNGLE JOURNAL – 10/30/17

STATE OF THE JUNGLE
Tickets have been selling fast for the ACC bouts in November. The tribe has been coming together to help out our fighters in a big way. All fighters are ahead of schedule as far as their weight is concerned. They are starting to understand and implement their game plans during sparring sessions as well.  November is looking to be very positive for our MMA fighters.

The Next ICC (Instructor Certification Course) begins on November 25th at Jungle Gym New Roc. Three Saturday’s in a Row at 9am. See the Front Desk for more info and to Sign Up!

KIDS PROGRAM
Parents Night Out was a blast! There were some pretty awesome costumes this year, we had a Great White Shark walking around the mats. The night was packed with fun games and included an epic dance battle. As per usual, the kids enjoyed some pizza and a movie to cap off the night. Check with us at the front desk for details and the date for next months Parents Night Out.

Lions of Leadership Open Mat is Every Sunday at HQ and this Month on November 25th at Jungle Gym New Rochelle. These are great training sessions so do your best to be there.

TEENS PROGRAM
We had a strong conditioning class this past weekend with a few of our teens.  Taking care of your strength and conditioning can be a huge benefit to your Jiu Jitsu game, contrary to what you’ll here a lot in the Jiu Jitsu community, that strength doesn’t matter.  We certainly want  our skill training to be the priority, but having a couple days a week where you are making your body stronger will only help.  Your coaches at the Jungle Gym are well educated in what kind o protocols you should be following so feel to ask. Also our new Jungle Tough T-shirt is up for pre order. Order by October 30th and get it for just $20.

FIGHTERELLA
Dedication! Today I want to you think back on all the hard times you’ve been through during your journey to that healthier life style.
What’s been keeping you going? Where is that fire that’s keeping you going coming from? How can you stay so dedicated and committed to this mission? Maybe it’s a dream you have, some inspirational words you read, or just a special person who keeps pushing you forward.
Whatever it is, today I want you to find that thing, and nurture it, make it stronger and thank it for doing the same for you. As always I will see each and every one of you in the gym. Let’s make it happen!

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Student spotlight goes to this Saturday’s sparring crew:
With a few fighters stepping in the cage soon the tribe is bringing as much energy to these grueling sessions as possible. Together we the tribe is stronger.

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THE JUNGLE JOURNAL – 10/16/17

STATE OF THE JUNGLE
Victor Landeta, Daniel Rodriguez, and Edwin Solis are in the middle of their fight camps for the ACC event on 11/11/17.  All 3 men are just looking to get in the cage after long layoffs.  Victor Landeta hasn’t been in the cage in a couple of years himself so he is ready to dominate whoever they put in front of him.  Leo ” The Mexicutioner” Muniz is ready to get back after it since his first pro loss.  “The Mexicutioner” is an exciting fighter so everyone is looking forward to his return.

KIDS PROGRAM
What seems intense and to aggressive for most, is regular training for use here at the Jungle Gym, even in our kids program!  Every Thursday the students of our Lions Of Leadership program get to participate in our stand up sparring class. Our Sparring class includes punching, kicking, takedowns and submissions.  Now, why is this type of training important? It puts your child in a situation as close as possible to what a real altercation might be like.  With this type of training kids are getting comfortable using the techniques they’ve learned in class with a partner who’s throwing punches and kicks at them.  This is going to allow them to get comfortable in these situations, so that if it happens outside of the gym, it won’t be their first time dealing with it.  If any of you have questions on sparring or getting your child in the Lions of Leadership program, let us know at the front desk.

Lions of Leadership Open Mat is Every Sunday at HQ and Next Month on November 25th at Jungle Gym New Rochelle. These are great training sessions so do your best to be there.

TEENS PROGRAM
You guys should be drilling!  Now we all know drilling isn’t the most exciting to to do, and we all would much rather just get into rolling. Now rolling is definitely an important part of improving your Jiu Jitsu, you also have to make sure you’re spending enough time drilling as well. When you’re drilling you get to practice your techniques as close to perfect as possible. It’s hard to practice a new technique when you have someone resisting everything you attempt. Drilling also allows you to burn many repetitions of a technique from what ever position you want. It’d be pretty hard for a newer student to practice their Americana from topside if he’s rolling with someone who’s guard he can’t pass. So make sure you guys have a good balance. When you come in for Open Mat feel free to grab a partner and work that technique you learned earlier in the week. If any of you guys have questions on this feel free to ask any of your coaches.

FIGHTERELLA
The best way to mastery in any subject is taking it step by step. This is especially true when we talk about losing weight, getting in shape, or achieving a healthier life style. Maybe today isn’t the day you do a pull up, but you could definitely take the steps towards that goal. The most important thing is that you just do something, anything really, that brings you closer to your goals.The one thing you want to avoid is remaining stagnant with old habits that never moved you to the goal you want so hard to achieve.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Student spotlight goes to:  
Goes to the Wednesday sparring crew.  Everyone is really coming together to support their brothers and give them some hard sparring rounds.  Without a strong tribe a fighter is gonna have hard time living a fighter’s life.

THE JUNGLE GYM TRIBE LETTER – 10/2/17

STATE OF THE JUNGLE
Coming up in November, we have Edwin Solis, Daniel Rodriguez, and Victor Landeta fighting for 3 MMA titles at the Aggressive Combat Championships. Daniel Rodriguez is on the cusp of going pro so this fight will help sharpen his skills for the jump to pro.  Coming off of a win Edwin is looking to keep that momentum going. Victor is getting back in the cage after getting a taste for victory years ago in his first couple of fights. Tickets will be available soon.

KIDS PROGRAM
It’s all about repetitions!  I’ve been asked several times by parents about what can be done to help their child improve. To put it simply, they just have to keep showing up.  The more times a week your child is showing up to class, the faster progress you’re going to see.  For kids who are eligible, the Lions of Leadership Program is going to be another way to skyrocket your child’s progress. In this program kids will spend more time on the mat and begin to learn more advanced techniques with more individual attention. If you want to know more about our Lions of Leadership Program, see us at the front desk.

Lions of Leadership Open Mat is Every Sunday at HQ and this Month on October 14th at Jungle Gym New Rochelle. These are great training sessions so do your best to be there.

TEENS PROGRAM
So I’ve been asked recently about how one can speed up their progress. The simple answer is show up.  The more time you’re spending on the mat, the more progress you’re going to see.   It’s simply through doing more repetitions of the techniques that they start to become second nature. So make sure that you guys are showing up to class throughout the week where we go over and drill techniques and show up to the Open Mats, where you guys will get some live rolling. So to sum it all up in the simplest way possible, Just train!

FIGHTERELLA
“Who’s the Weak Link”

One of the ladies asked this question during a particularly tough workout. She had noticed that one of the other ladies had changed the weight she was using and had forgotten to put it back, prompting her to ask the question. Now in this women’s defense her recent exposure to our rough and tumble MMA classes had left her a little jaded in her language,all the same as the coach it was my duty to remind here of the very same truth I’m about to pass on to you all.

There are no weak links.Every lady within the program is working as hard as she can towards that healthier lifestyle and compare her progress to someone else or ridicule there hard work is wrong. So always remember:
“Compete only on yourself AND never feel sorry for yourself”.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Student spotlight goes to:  
Our latest alpha competitor contest winner Francis Jimenez.  We give this award out every quarter to the most active competitor.  Congrats on winning a sponsorship for your next competition.

THE JUNGLE JOURNAL – 9/18/17

STATE OF THE JUNGLE
Earlier this week Master Chim taught an excellent first class at New Rochelle’s brand new location. Right now they are at 714 north avenue. They are now right across the street from Iona College! It was another memorable event for the Jungle Gym tribe. Jungle Gym New Rochelle’s future looks brighter than ever.

Yesterday was an excellent promotion event. We had 4 new students complete the Instructor Certification Course. Shout out to Joel, Spyros, John, and Jensen for making it happen.  

We had 3 of our brothers and sisters from New Rochelle walk the gauntlet to earn their blue belts. Congratulations to Zach, Joal, and Kelly! Stay the path!  Ethan “Tyrion” Olavarria received his purple belt. This is good news for all of the purples and browns that were getting tossed around by a blue belt and eating overhands. Now they can get worked over by a purple belt lol!

KIDS PROGRAM
School is back in session, and so is the Jungle Gym’s After School program. Throughout the school year, we here at the Jungle Gym will be providing a safe and productive place for parents to have their kids spend their time in. In our After School program, kids will have homework time, where coaches will assist kids with their school work. A long with that kids will have a martial Arts class exclusive to the after school students. One of the biggest benefits of the after school program, is the accelerated development of their Jiu Jitsu techniques. This is due to the simple fact that they’re spending more time on the mat along with more one on one attention. For parents interested in the program let us know at the front the desk.

Lions of Leadership Open Mat is Every Sunday at HQ and Next Month on October 14th at Jungle Gym New Rochelle. These are great training sessions so do your best to be there.

TEENS PROGRAM
School is back in session! We here at the Jungle Gym don’t us the term ‘Good Luck’,  so I’d like to say make it happen to our teens students entering the next grade. A great thing about Martial Arts is that it transcends what we do here on the mats, this is something help you in all aspects of life. We fully expect our teens to tackle the school year with the same effort and determination that they show on the mats. I want to give a special shout out to two long time teens students Adam Rodriguez and Josh Richards on taking the next step in their academic careers with starting their first semesters in college. These two are no strangers two Pressure, being on the mats here at the Jungle Gym, so I have no doubt that they’ll be successful in any endeavor they take on. 

FIGHTERELLA
“Work hard…Rest hard?”

Not to long ago I had the privilege of coaching a young lady through a one on one session. She was skilled so I chose to turn the intensity up as any good coach should. Now towards the end of one of her rest sessions during the work out I reassuringly told her “Your doing great! Let’s get back to work”. To which she replied “I worked hard,Coach. I should rest hard.”  I laughed..she wasn’t entirely wrong. There’s nothing better then a good rest after a hard workout. AFTER being the key word in that sentence, however.There’s no  “hard rest” while there’s work to be done,ladies we have to strive for that healthy lifestyle together!

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
This weeks student spotlight goes to all that participated in in New Rochelle’s inaugural class. Ritual and participation is a very important part of building the strong tribe that we have.

JUNGLE JOURNAL – 9/4/17

STATE OF THE JUNGLE
With the summer coming to a close I expect to see a lot of those old faces that were slacking hard to up their attendance again.  Its all good, I expect it every summer. Understand that the Jungle Gym is open all year round.  The standouts that train here all have ONE thing in common. They train with the same CONSISTENCY all year round.  Some people are self motivated.  Some need some sort of pressure in the form of a competition to keep the fire lit.  There are others that just live this life day in and day out.  Being the most POWERFUL version of yourself is the ultimate goal.  Keep this in mind when you are designing your training schedule.

Quick reminder: We have a team open mat from 10am-12pm today.  Make it happen after you read this!

KIDS PROGRAM
We are just about two weeks away from our next Promotions ceremony!  Promotions will be held on Monday September 18th.  This time around we have two students eligible for their next rank. We have Serenity Reynolds looking to move up to gray belt and Anthony Santana looking to move up to yellow belt. We’re super proud of both students, who’ve both taken the steps necessary to be eligible for their next rank. Both have been turning in their Lifeskill homework every month a long with displaying proficiency with their techniques. They both even competed in our past in house tournament, The PressureQuest.  Students who aren’t getting promoted to their next rank, will be eligible for their mat skill stripes, which we give out every promotion.  Feel free to ask your coaches if you have any questions on promotions, see you guys on the mat!

Lions of Leadership Open Mat is Every Sunday at HQ and This Month on September16th at Jungle Gym New Rochelle. These are great training sessions so do your best to be there.

TEENS PROGRAM
Promotions are just about two weeks away!  We have several of our teens students eligible for their next rank. Throughout the week you can demonstrate your required techniques to the coaches. If they’re moves that you need some help with feel free to ask your coaches or teammates for help. You guys will have until September 15th to complete your list so make it happen! See you guys on the mat! 

FIGHTERELLA
Ladies! Today I want to ask you a question. Its a simple one but the answer is your own. Why do you need a coach? Most would say to teach the workouts, others would say to keep count of the reps, end i even expect a few to even reply they don’t see the value in one. To me the value of a Coach is that external source of pressure.That person who’ll push us when things get to easy and encourage us when things get hard. To me the value of a Coach could not be undersold keep that in mind the next time your coach tries to pressure you..

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Master Jules and Master Bill
I usually do not give a spot light to black belts because they do need the pat on the head.  I was motivated to do so, because I was running Summer camps this week and was able to see the morning sessions and catch Master Jules and Bill show up, when the younger bucks could not be bothered with getting better that morning.  They got some good training in that day.  This is a lifestyle for them.  Their competitive years are behind them, but they enjoy training because it keeps them sharp and it is a great lifestyle. We also discussed that it keeps us away from bad habits lol!

THANK YOU

We appreciate your interest in the Jungle Gym and look forward to speaking with you soon. One of our professional staff will be contacting you shortly. In case you want to speed up the process and get your training started, call us at 718-684-5138 to set up your free tour and trial!

See you on the mats!

~Master Chim

Bronx Martial Arts Begins in the Jungle Gym!

An image of a gorilla sports the logo of JUNGLE GYM, the well-known and preeminent Bronx Martial Arts Academy and perhaps the home of MMA in New York. The clientele, however, could not be further from that image as they range from skinny, sixty pound kids to grey-haired seniors, and everyone in between, both male and female, from grade school students to professionals and they are all comprised of every ethnic background one could imagine.
Folks from all walks flock to the academy, which operates seven-days-a-week, offering world class instruction at all levels in mixed martial arts and including the best Bronx Jiu Jitsu from professional black belt instructors. While individuals join and want to learn for a myriad of personal reasons the one thing that they will all ultimately possess will be the ability to fight, fight right and well!

While many clients are first-time novices willing to start from the beginning, there are also many students who are high-level, accomplished practitioners looking to improve and advance their skills.

Mixed martial arts and Brazilian jiu jitsu instruction are at the fore but The Bronx Jungle Gym Martial Arts also emphasises strengthening of character and promoting and growing a “…sense of self…”.

Another facet and benefit of practicing these disciplines and following The Jungle Gym programs is the hand-in-glove improvement of one’s own physical fitness. Getting into great shape happens, by definition, without one even being aware. In addition to strength conditioning, proper nutrition is also proffered and preached as an integral part necessary for success not only within the program but as an essential part of daily health and well-being.
The Jungle Gym prides itself on its popular and well-rounded kids program boasting “…one of the best Kids MMA teams in the country…”. Nurturing young people’s daily habits and advocating perseverance are part of this award winning program.

Individual and group sessions are offered and opportunities to join teams for competition at all levels are available and popular. One significant feature of the training program offers insight from inside the world famous, legendary, Royce Gracie’s training camp.
The confidence that Jungle Gym has in its success and programs is exemplified by the “free” offering of ‘on-line’ information and materials which are simply emailed to anyone interested. Their ultimate confidence is the offering of a “47 DAYS FREE” sign-up!

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