By Ryan Peterson on April 5, 2010
Wow, sometimes I can relate. I don’t know the origins of this image but I find it hilarious.
Posted in miscellaneous | Tagged funny, miscellaneous
By Ryan Peterson on March 26, 2010
As stated previously I am on a quest to find a well-fitting gi or kimono. Not too long ago I purchased the latest Koral Competition MKM. I’ve measured it, been wearing it, and plan on reviewing it. As great as the Koral is turning out to be, I’ve also been searching for another gi to [...]
Posted in gear, miscellaneous | Tagged gear, gis and kimonos, miscellaneous
By Ryan Peterson on October 4, 2009
Yesterday I attended Boulder Grappling Academy‘s seminar featuring Relson Gracie. This was my first time meeting and learning from Relson. It was a great experience – I left feeling very excited about upcoming classes. The school was packed and the event brought students from as far as Castle Rock, Colorado (which is about an hour [...]
Posted in school, technique, training | Tagged class, dojo, grappling, miscellaneous, Relson Gracie Colorado
By Ryan Peterson on September 3, 2009
Yesterday I was forwarded this great video demonstrating Gracie Jiu Jitsu with Rickson and Royler Gracie. I don’t know the context of the video or where it is from, although the announcers reference Pride Fighting Championships. It demonstrates some Gracie self defense techniques followed by sparring. I like this video for showing what clean, expert [...]
Posted in grappling, technique | Tagged entertainment, grappling, miscellaneous
By Ryan Peterson on July 9, 2009
Tying a belt is something we all do as Jiu Jitsu folk; personally, I know it is something I could do better. While it is inevitable that your belt will come undone with enough time when rolling proper technique may help it keep tight a little longer. Below are some of the more helpful or [...]
Posted in training | Tagged basics, gis and kimonos, grappling, learning, miscellaneous
By Ryan Peterson on July 4, 2009
While Jiu Jitsu Kit is a Jiu Jitsu centered blog, I don’t think all my visitors will be familiar with the sport and martial art. That’s why I put together this post. It is a guide to acquaint those who don’t know what “rolling” is or what the term “gi” means. It is also meant [...]
Posted in miscellaneous, training | Tagged learning, martial arts, miscellaneous
By Ryan Peterson on June 20, 2009
I often visited Reddit.com, a site where readers “vote-up” links they like. Reddit often has interesting links and content and generally really enjoy it. I was surprised today when I saw that a Judo-related animated gif was getting quite a few upvotes. Here it is – a throw by Gene Lebell: img src=”http://jiujitsu.ryanpeterson.me/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/35j9hmf.gif” alt=”Judo Trick” [...]
Posted in takedowns | Tagged judo, miscellaneous, takedowns, throw
By Ryan Peterson on June 11, 2009
I plan on periodically posting miscellaneous updates, notes and observations. This is my first such entry. Next Year I Am Going To The Jiu Jitsu World Championship This week I had a discussion with a Jason – a Relson Gracie Colorado brown belt and the person who generously kept me updated how the academy was [...]
Posted in miscellaneous | Tagged miscellaneous, mma, Relson Gracie Colorado