I am in Dallas Texas, training with 8th Degree Black Belt Carlos Machado. It is an intensive 4 day training camp on all aspects of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

It is always amazing to be on the mat with an instructor of Carlos Machado’s caliber. Thursday started with a basic class where Carlos shared his innovative training methods of sequencing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Students with a few days to 12 months experience were all learning the details that makes the Machado method so unique. All the students were excited at the end of the class and got a great workout as well as learned great details of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

We then proceeded to the advanced class which was comprised of Blue to Black Belts. Carlos shared some simple adjustments to some fundamental techniques. He then progressed through various positions making little changes to solidify everyones skill sets. We then went into sparring rounds where we tried to implement the new techniques Carlos shared with us. It was a fantastic learning experience, I walked away with a lot of new knowledge as well as new friends. There is nothing like training Jiu Jitsu with someone to develop camaraderie.

I am getting ready for another day of training with Carlos. I am looking forward to sharing all the knowledge, drills and techniques with the Team Empire students.

I look forward to seeing you all soon

Alan Condon

Empire Martial Arts

www.EmpireKarate.com

456-2582

info@EmpireKarate.com

Brazilian Jiu Jiu Jitsu Albany NY

At Empire Martial Arts, we teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai – Thai Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts. At the core of our grappling system is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Specifically the Carlos Machado System. (Carlos is a nephew of Gracie Jiu Jitsu founder Carlos Gracie and holds the rank of 8th Degree Black belt)

Carlos Machado is unique in that he teaches a standardized curriculum through Black Belt. One of his most famous Black Belts is action Movie and TV star Chuck Norris.

Now back to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it is a grappling art that was popularized in America by the legendary Gracie family. The Machado brothers are cousins to the Gracie family and grew up in Brazil learning the family system of Jiu Jitsu.

Jiu-Jitsu concentrates on dominating your opponent by using angles, leverage, and superior body positioning to control an opponent’s body movement. A person that has a superior position is in a better situation to apply a finishing hold or to start striking. This style allows for a smaller person to defeat a much larger attacker. Jiu-Jitsu is excellent for women who are often taken to the ground during assaults.

We recommend this style for men, women, and children looking for a great workout and realistic self-defense. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is similar and, in some cases, both supplementary and complementary to the Olympic Sport of Judo. In our curricula, we believe that it is not only important to control our opponent on the ground, but also on our feet. Therefore, we have taken the proactive approach of marrying the arts of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Wrestling.

We would like to offer you the opportunity to experience our program and  see for yourself the great benefits and results other adults just like you have achieved.

Visit our website at www.EmpireKarate.com

I look forward to seeing you soon.

The movie RED BELT featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt John Machado opens in the Albany NY area this weekend. I know it will inspire a lot of adults like your self to seek out a Martial Arts school that teaches Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

So Let Me Tell You How My Program Is Different From Any Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School You’ll Visit In This Area.

When you first come to my school, one of my friendly staff members will take you through a tour of our entire facility and answer any questions that you may have . You will then participate in a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu orientation class that is only for students visiting for the very first time. We will give you an introduction to our style of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and tell you exactly how to get the most out of our program.

Next you will be set up to take one of our “White Belt Basic Classes”. You won’t have to guess what you’ll be learning because we have a 16 class format to teach you the core fundamentals that will help you excel in our program. In fact we have the whole year laid out in an easy to follow format for our beginner to advanced students, to ensure that you get the best training available and the results you truly deserve.

Our beginner White Belt Basics Class is taught in a friendly, social and laid back atmosphere that is 100% geared to teaching our new students our core basic requirements at our school.

For more info and to see how I’ve made it very easy for you to find out if our program is right for you.

visit www.EmpireKarate.com 

Alan’s classes at Empire Martial Arts are packed full of strategies,  basics, training methods and tips that will help you whether you haven’t worked out in years or are a current athlete looking for a new challenge.

And Alan’s classes are enormously fun and easy.  His teaching methods are clear and direct. Every adult, regardless if this is the first time you have worked out in years or you are a previous Martial Artist should get involved today, make 2008 all that you want it to be.

You need to call today and get ready to make 2008 your best year ever. I did and it just gets better each and every workout.

Kevin Leonard

Thanks Kevin, I truly appreciate the kind words and value your friendship.

Alan Condon

visit us at http://www.EmpireKarate.com for more details and a special offer

Teaching- Brazilain Jiu Jitsu, Thai Boxing, Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Mixed Martial Arts in Albany NY and the rest of the Capital District.

Ever thought of training In Thai Boxing (Muay Thai)…  Take a minute and find out why other adults just like you, looking for a great fitness program offering stress management and practical self defense skills chose our program .

Here’s Your Opportunity to Increase Self-Confidence And Feel Better About YOU!

Our Thai Boxing program at Empire Martial arts has all that and more. Come join other adults that have discovered these exciting benefits and lost weight and more importantly kept it off while having fun.

Unlike other gyms or fitness centers, Empire Martial Arts coaching staff is completely comprised of certified instructors or former competitors who have experience and the “know how” to ensure that you will benefit and reach your goals from working with the best in the area.

Other adults have chosen our Thai Boxing program because of it’s effectiveness. Developed in Thailand the art of Muay Thai aka “Thai Boxing” is the National Sport of Thailand and has already gained popularity and recognition in the US and internationally.

There are five major components to Thai Boxing: (1) Punches, (2) Kicks, (3) Knees, (4) Elbows, and (5) Clinching. Special care is taken to teach students proper form and body mechanics to eliminate injuries while training. 

Our beginner classes places an emphasis on the physical conditioning and cardiovascular benefits of Thai Boxing while learning effective self-defense strategies at the same time. 

The advanced classes focus on furthering the development of an individual through either competition and/or our assistant coaching certification course.

We look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals. For more information go to www.EmpireKarate.com and register for more information and a special offer to get you on your way to your fitness and self defense goals.

Alan Condon, Owner

www.EmpireKarate.com 456-2582

The new movie Red Belt starring John Machado and featuring the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu begins this weekend. John Machado is one of the 5 famous Machado brothers. My instructor Carlos Machado is an 8th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Carlos is also famous for being Chuck Norris’s Brazilian jiu Jitsu instructor. It was the training of Chuck Norris on the set of Walker Texas Ranger that promted Carlos to move from CA to Dallas Texas.

We are proud representaives of Carlos Machado’s association and host him several times a year for seminars. He will be returning to Albany NY June 20,21 to teach another exciting and informative seminar.

Enjoy the movie and I look forward to sharing our Brazilian jiu Jitsu knowledge with all the residents of the Capital District.

visit us at http://www.EmpireKarate.com for more details and a special offer

Teaching- Brazilain Jiu Jitsu, Thai Boxing, Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Mixed Martial Arts in Albany NY and the rest of the Capital District.

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