About a year ago, I knew it was time to take my health and fitness seriously. When your gut walks into the room five minutes before you do, it’s time for a change! After being encouraged to consider Texarkana Jiu-Jitsu by a friend, a decided to give it a shot. I can honestly say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Everyone was welcoming and friendly, the encouragement and camaraderie I’ve experienced from everyone has been fantastic. I’ve dropped 25lbs so far and become much more intentional with my diet. Jiu-Jitsu has changed the way I approach many things. If you’re looking to make a change, Jiu-Jitsu will change you!
I have been training at Texarkana Jiu Jitsu for nearly 2 years. It is the best place to train no matter what your physical condition is. It’s a family friendly place for people of all ages.
Texarkana Jiu Jitsu welcomed me with open arms. The ladies there took me in and have been the best at helping me build confidence. Marc (Coach) has an enormous amount of knowledge and skill. His instructions are precise and easy to follow. The best part is that the group as a whole wants you to learn and get better. You are not a burden as a newbie.
If you are interested in training, I highly recommend coming to Texarkana Jiu-Jitsu! They work with all skill levels… which mine was no skill. Great coaches and teammates that make you feel like family! My son and I both train and love it!! It has helped him learn to be more disciplined and focused! You will not be disappointed!
3 months in and it just keeps getting better every class! My 13 year old son and I absolutely love the journey we are on with Texarkana Brazilian JiuJitsu. The atmosphere is phenomenal! No ego’s on the mat only respect and the drive to see each other succeed! You will meet people from all walks of life on the mat and learn something from them each and every time. The first two months were tough due to my lack of physical conditioning but the drills and free rolling have changed that. I feel better physically and mentally. I love the changes I see in my son in his confidence and his desire to train as much as he can. Our journey has only just begun and we are both looking forward to it. If your considering checking Texarkana Brazilian JiuJitsu out we highly recommend it. Swing by and check it out who knows you might join us on our journey.
If your looking for life’s next challenge or think your the toughest person on the block. Then this is the place for you there is a wealth of skill, knowledge and a more than welcoming atmosphere to crush your ego but not your soul!
I walked into Texarkana Jiu Jitsu in February. I didn't know that my life would change that night. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. No big egos. Just really cool people training together. I've lost 50 lbs in four months, and off medication. This gym has literally saved my life. If you want to learn the most effective martial art from a great, knowledgeable coach, Marc Hagebusch is your guy. There isn't another gym around where you'll train under a 3rd degree black belt. Give Texarkana Jiu Jitsu a try. It WILL change your life too!
Great instructor and a very nice facility.
Jiu Jitsu helps with more than just a martial arts skill. The instructors and members of the class will help your confidence, cardio, and much more. Highly recommend.
Great people doing something outstanding for their community. Respected leaders in their industry. Humble helpful and professional.
This is a post that I wrote on my Health blog. It still has the links from my other site in it for additional info about different health related issues relevant to the post. I’m sharing it here because it’s a question that I have often been asked… “I have this injury or health challenge, […]
The question comes up so often in regards to BJJ and self defense… “Why is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu so effective in a fight?” BJJ can be very effective in a fight for many reasons including… Most people do not have basic competence in the grappling range of combat although most do have at least limited […]
Many people ask if Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has any stand up grappling. In BJJ competition, the matches start standing. Yes, some people pull guard in jiu jitsu competition especially in the lighter weight classes. As far as training goes, the amount and the type of stand up grappling varies considerably from gym to gym. Most […]
A recent question about Jiu Jitsu submissions… “In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu which technique is usually the hardest to pull off the Arm Bar, the Triangle Choke or a Choke Hold? I know it depends in the fighter, like how Ronda is very good at arm bars, but in general for most people…?” I don’t necessarily […]
A recent question on Quora that Coach Marc Hagebusch answered… How necessary is it to learn Judo to be competitive in the Gi BJJ? I want to answer this in 2 ways. You can definitely be successful in Gi BJJ competition without learning judo. Modern Jiu Jitsu often involves pulling guard which does not require […]
In another blog post, I told you that persistence is one of the five core tenets of our martial arts program. It’s a must for kids to learn to fulfill their obligations and stick to their commitments – But what makes them want to do that? In martial arts like Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we attribute […]
I hear it all the time. A parent walks into my school to meet with me, and the first question they ask is… Will my child get hurt doing martial arts? It’s a good question to ask , it’s important. Injuries are part of life. They can happen anywhere and certainly in any activity… but […]
Should I learn BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) or MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) in Texarkana? It really depends on you! What are your goals for training? Are you looking to get in shape, develop self defense, reduce stress, take up a new positive hobby? … What do you enjoy doing? Are you wanting to compete in […]
Escaping from the tyranny of mount to freedom and happiness. A special 4th of July video post, lol. #TexarkanaJiuJitsu #brazilianjiujitsu #gfteam
Our head coach years ago with Olympic gold medalist, Mark Shultz. Wrestling is an important part of Jiu Jitsu. Many wrestling techniques have been adopted into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The growth of ADCC no gi rules events in addition to MMA have fueled even more wrestling utilization in Jiu Jitsu. #TexarkanaJiuJitsu #BrazilianJiuJitsu #gfteam
This is a great story about overcoming tragedy through martial arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training offers so many benefits for people beyond self defense. Training helps people improve their lives by helping them become more confident, developing positive habits, getting in shape, and getting to hang out with great people. This […]
Texarkana Jiu Jitsu flashback! 9 years ago @ Texarkana Jiu Jitsu. In this picture some have quit, moved on, or moved. 3 of the lower belts pictured here are now BJJ black belts. It’s crazy that our small town has a gym, Texarkana Jiu Jitsu, that has 5 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belts training regularly […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-y9OUbkuSI&feature=youtu.be This video shows a quick transition from Mount to S-Mount into an offside armbar. The S-Mount is a type of Mount where your opponent carries a lot of your weight on their chest forcing them to be defensive. It’s a great position to attack submissions and transition to the back. TexarkanaJiuJitsu.com Brazilian Jiu Jitsu […]
Many Parents Put Their Kids In Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes To Help Them Develop Confidence, Fitness, and Self Defense Skills. Often their son or child is being bullied or just doesn’t seem to fit in with other kids. We can help! We work with kids to help them see that they are much more […]
Martial Arts Helps Kids Develop Coordination and Athleticism… Even If They Aren’t Naturally Athletic At All! Kids come in all shapes, sizes, and attributes. Some kids seem to be born with natural grace and athletic ability. Other kids struggle with physical coordination and athletics. Anything they achieve in terms of physical fitness requires more work […]
Kids Self Defense, Anti-Bullying, and Self Confidence Boosting Classes in Texarkana! Kids Working Standup Judo Techniques at Texarkana Jiu Jitsu. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and it’s mother art, Judo, are exceptionally effective for kids to develop self defense that they can use without getting injured or even having to hurt the other child with punching and […]
Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu effective in a real fight? Here, Bas Rutten, explains a little about why it is a bad idea to resort to certain tactics when you are in a inferior position against a superior grappler. Being in a superior position allows you to determine how the fight will end and will give […]
A common question that many people worry about… How do you counter multiple attackers using Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? … with some difficulty but let me ask you a question, how often do you get in a fight with multiple attackers? Most people never have this happen, so it doesn’t seem to be a high priority […]
A Brief History Of Texarkana Jiu Jitsu. Texarkana Jiu Jitsu is proud to have brought so many different types of martial arts and fitness training to Texarkana for the first time. In 1999, we brought Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, and Judo to Texarkana. This was at a time when Texarkana had 2 choices for martial […]
Why All Parents Should Put Their Son Or Daughter In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. All sports have benefits for kids generally including fitness, socialization, and mental toughness. Jiu Jitsu offers these benefits plus many unique to training in this martial art. Jiu Jitsu helps kids develop real confidence by overcoming challenges daily on the mat proving […]
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Submissions for Self Defense, MMA, and Grappling. One of the fundamental positions and attacks in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is to get to the opponent’s back and attack with a rear naked choke (AKA the lion killer choke). A choke is the best way to end a fight. You can put your opponent […]
Holiday Public Service Announcement For Texarkana Martial Artists! Thanksgiving is right around the corner followed by Christmas. You’re sure to have a lot of family pictures taken. Don’t assume they’re all gi photos, some family photos are no gi. Ask first to save yourself the embarrassment! …And if you need something to help keep yourself […]
The Purpose Of MMA gloves. Over 20 years ago, the first MMA gloves were worn in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. At July 27th, 1997 at UFC 14 was the first time MMA gloves were required by the competitors. Gloves change many aspects of an MMA match. The gloves reduces some superficial cuts. It looks less […]
Seneca, the stoic philosopher, on how overcoming challenges is a requirement for happiness. In the great movie, Fight Club, average people frustrated with their lives of boredom and monotony. They joined a fight club where they would beat each other up so they could feel more alive. They got carried away. Still though… We are […]
Royce Gracie Introduces The World To Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Winning UFC 1. November 12th of 1993, Royce Gracie stepped into the UFC octagon to prove to the world what his family already knew…that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu would defeat any other style of martial art in a one on one match. Royce was very young and […]
Martial Arts have traditionally been associated with lifelong learning with martial artists continually working to improve themselves. Jigoro Kano, the founder of Judo, really embodied this idea. Jigoro Kano asked to be buried in his white belt to be remembered as a learner and not a master. This was despite the fact that he was […]
Kids often get bullied and fairly often get in physical fights. Discover how to ensure your child can protect themselves with the secret of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to prevent your son or daughter from being bullied or beaten up. They really need the confidence that they can defend themselves… and often that’s all it takes […]
Texarkana Jiu Jitsu Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Men and Women (Kids too!). We have a great group of people that show up to train most nights, week in and week out, getting better, always improving their Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques and their fitness. People train from all walks of life – from students, school teachers, […]
Are you concerned that many kids today lack drive and ability to overcome challenges? From Texarkana Jiu Jitsu: Kids learn how to deal with tough challenges in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They are often put in positions that force them to work, so that things don’t continue to worsen… just like life and that’s why we […]
Martial Arts, Function Versus Flash. Often in the media like movies, we see various flashy martial arts movements that look cool and are made to look effective with the actors. In a real life situation, fights (self defense) or even sport competitions (MMA for example), it’s the basic fundamentals from combat oriented martial arts that […]
Texarkana Jiu Jitsu’s adult class practicing a basic skill, armbar from the guard. You’ve probably seen UFC matches where a fighter gets taken down but is able to win from the bottom using this devastatingly effective submission. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an important part of MMA that every day people can take up at any […]