Back on the Mats - My Return to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Easter Class Schedules

Earlier this week I received an invitation by an old friend and BJJ coach Windy Miller of Blue Wave Martial Arts to attend a seminar in Southend on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) by multiple world champion in Gi and No Gi Jiu Jitsu "Braulio Estima" hosted by the head of Gracie Barra Essex, Black belt "Lee Catling" (Lee used to be a Wing Chun Instructor under "Sifu James Sinclair" and also has a history of boxing before concentrating his time into the grappling arts)

I used to train with Windy when his club was affiliated to "Carlson Gracie BJJ" around 5 years ago and have aimed to get back on the mats sometime this year so this is a great opportunity to reignite my ground game and learn something in the process.

Windy is now under the above banner and is coached by Lee Catling who regularly visits his clubs to hold classes.

Braulio with Lee above

*The seminar is on Thursday 2nd April so unfortunately there will not be a Sudbury Next Level Wing Chun class on this night and as you are aware no classes also on Easter Sunday 5th or Bank Holiday Monday 6th April..but classes back to normal on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th in Sudbury as well as Sunday 12th April in Bury St Edmunds *

I am a big believer in cross training and especially with boxing and ground fighting in mind to supplement Wing Chun and it is no exaggeration to liken this BJJ experience to learning knockout tips from Mike Tyson or football control with Lionel Messi!

Braulio is respected the world over for his skills, knowledge and teaching ability..has trained with the likes of UFC legend George St Pierre and fought in professional MMA bouts himself, so it will be a great personal experience for sure (if possibly a painful one for my ageing bones)

GSP and Braulio discuss training

MMA fight

                                        

My BJJ Gi still fits at least ;)                        More info on the above mentioned clubs can be found at

                                                                   www.pmaacademy.co.uk and bluewavemartialarts.com   

Beginners Wanted for Wing Chun Kung Fu (self defence martial art) classes in Sudbury and Bury St Edmunds Suffolk UK

Come along and learn the practical, yet traditional close quarter Chinese Martial Art of...

 "Wing Chun Kung Fu" (also spelt Wing Tsun/Ving Tsun)

Wing Chun is suitable for men and women aged 13 years and over and our classes are relaxed, friendly yet with a cooperative and hard working ethic to learn and practice the skills taught.

This martial art comprises forms, solo drilling of footwork and striking elements but is largely made up of partner training drills which develop certain unique fighting concepts and theories involved in close range combat which can be devastatingly effective and pragmatic at street level if needed

Wing Chun also has a practice dummy to drill the ideas and actions on when a training partner may not be available and also two weapons forms, a long tapered heavy pole and double short swords..both of which are traditional yet develop attributes much needed in combat from strong, nimble footwork, correct use and delivery of power to fighting arcs and ranges and mindset development.

Throughout the year I open all classes up to new beginning students who are committed to learning "Wing Chun" and can attend classes regularly. Class times and tuition fees are listed below;

Sudbury: Monday and Thursday 6.45pm - 8pm - Beginners Wing Chun

                 Wednesday 6.45pm - 8pm - Intermediate Level Wing Chun (over 6 months regular attendance needed and a good grasp of the basics)

£5 a session or £30 per month for all Sudbury classes (Limited spaces due to size)

82 Cornard Road Sudbury Suffolk CO10 2XB - follow open gates down the garden to the training shed

Bury St Edmunds: Sunday 4pm - 6pm - Mixed Level Wing Chun - Beginners always welcome

Moreton Hall Health Club Mount Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 7BL

£10 a session or £30 per month (£40 per month for ALL classes in Sudbury and BSE)

(Under 18's are £5 any class or £20 per calendar month - Family Fee of 3 or more £60 per month)

*Pay as you go options are available for the first month of training after which the monthly fee applies, ideally paid by bank standing order which may be cancelled at any time should you decide to cease training - paying by standing order also protects you from any rise in tuition fees which cash payments do not*

So if you have thought about starting a new interesting hobby and great way to become more active, increase fitness in an interesting way, meet like minded friends all whilst developing a good level of self protection skills..why not contact us on the details below and come along and try a class.

Contact Sifu Paul Blissett on 07891 699272 or Email; next.levelenq@yahoo.com or join our Facebook page "Next Level Wing Chun Academy"