Submitting Giants: Mikael Yahaya on Battling with Goliath Cristiano Del Giacco November 3, 2017 Interviews, Local BJJ News, Training & Improvement (Image courtesy of macofoto) “I’ve always believed everyone’s just made of bones and meat; the leverage is all there if you can create it and time it properly.” Have you ever wondered wh...
Dealing with the Maniac Cristiano Del Giacco May 16, 2015 Training & Improvement Written by: Cristiano Del Giacco The world is truly an amazing place. Throughout our environment we are able to experience many varieties of life. Different landscapes shaped by the climates and the year...
Figuring it Out Cristiano Del Giacco March 15, 2015 Training & Improvement Photo courtesy of Tigger Photography I want to start this article off with a simple question. In order for this short reading session to promote some introspection and discussion I would like you to take...
Inner monologue – the constant battle Cristiano Del Giacco March 1, 2015 Training & Improvement Photo courtesy from: www.snaplicious.com.au We’ve all felt it. Let’s face it no one is perfect. Who can say that every time they step onto the mat, in the gym or at the competition, touch hands with ...
Learning Styles Cristiano Del Giacco October 5, 2014 Training & Improvement Picture of class referenced from www.renzogracie.com Article written by: Cristiano Del Giacco A recent change in careers has steered me toward the path of education. Specifically teaching English to a...
What is Coaching? Steve Phillips January 8, 2014 Training & Improvement There are a few terms that get used in BJJ Academies in reference to the Instructor. Master, Professor, Sensei, Coach to name a few. Whether the format is a formal class, free training, open mat or a Seminar,...
Developing an effective attitude towards learning and improving in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Cristiano Del Giacco March 12, 2013 Training & Improvement Those of you who have been involved in and embraced the lifestyle of Jiu Jitsu will have no doubt come to the realisation of the amount of time and dedication it takes to progress in your journey towards wh...
Effective Planning Cristiano Del Giacco January 21, 2013 Training & Improvement 1 Comment Written by: Cristiano Del Giacco Early in December of 2012 I entered a private eye surgery clinic and underwent a procedure to correct a detachment of the retina in my left eye. This had been my eighth oper...
Understanding and Defining Fear Cristiano Del Giacco January 13, 2013 Training & Improvement Written by: Cristiano Del Giacco Early in December of 2012 I entered a private eye surgery clinic and underwent a procedure to correct a detachment of the retina in my left eye. This had been my eighth oper...
Dedication Cristiano Del Giacco January 6, 2013 Training & Improvement Written by: Cristiano Del Giacco Early in December of 2012 I entered a private eye surgery clinic and underwent a procedure to correct a detachment of the retina in my left eye. This had been my eighth oper...
The Importance of Goal Setting when Training Brendan O'Reilly November 25, 2012 Training & Improvement By Brendan O’Reilly “When a man does not know what harbour he is making for, no wind is the right wind.” As many of you may have already realised, grappling and MMA are multifaceted and highly skill...
To be a competitor – Guto Campos Cristiano Del Giacco October 31, 2012 Interviews, Training & Improvement Atos black belt, Guto Campos, dicusses the approach a Jiu Jitsu player must adopt to become a Jiu Jitsu competitor. Video by: Cristiano Del Giacco...
