Never Quit Attitude, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Mindset

The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journey and the road to the BJJ Black Belt is a long term commitment.  Knowing this, it is important to get the mind right.  Mindset is everything.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journey

Practitioners in the Art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu work hard to stay on the path of advancement.  It takes many thousands of hours and years of training and dedication to gain the skills and the performance of a BJJ Black Belt.

Developing the mindset of 'Never Quit' is an important virtue to have for the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Practitioner

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From Day one of training, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu students are taught the basics and fundamentals of BJJ.  But ask just about any BJJ Black Belt what they are working on in their game, and most will tell you, they are working on and refining what they know of the 'Basics'.

Congrats to Ray Sloan on receiving the coveted Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt!  In a Co-Promotion with BJJ Black Belts Michio Grubbs & Chris Haueter, Raymond Sloan has been awarded the distinction of representing the Art of Jiu Jitsu at the Black Belt level.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts Michio Grubbs, Ray Sloan, Chris Haueter

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The first Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Belt to signify leaving the beginning stages of the BJJ Practitioner is the Blue Belt.   Receiving the BJJ Blue Belt is a huge step for the beginning BJJ student and signifies a huge jump and a milestone toward the Black Belt.

Congrats Ursulla Garcia and Djavan Coleman on receiving their BJJ Blue Belts at Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA & Fitness Oceanside!

New Oceanside BJJ Blue Belts, Ursulla Garcia and Djavan Coleman.  Congrats!

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Dedicated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Athlete

For most, the BJJ Purple Belt is the toughest to obtain.  The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt is the beginning stages of the advanced practitioner.  This level is more than just 'knowing' techniques, but it's display of flow, of stringing techniques together in a functioning flow against a fully resisting opponent.

Congrats Dan Hoopes for obtaining the 4th degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt!

Congrats Dan Hoopes on receiving the 4 stripe Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt from Professor Michio Grubbs

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Professor Chris Haueter received his BJJ Black Belt in 1996 from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Rigan Machado and is one of the first 12 Americans to receive the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt in the Untied States.

Chris will tell you that a Black Belt is a White Belt that never quit.

 

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BJJ Brotherhood

 

Along the way in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journey, we make lots of friends and have a Jiu Jitsu bond of brotherhood that we would not trade in for anything in this world!

Passion is what drives us!

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"Obsessed is a word the lazy use to describe the dedicated."

Friendships that last a lifetime!

Fredo Garcia, Michio Grubbs and Eric Rivard after some awesome Jiu Jitsu training Oceanside

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ADDICTED TO BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU!

See you on the mat!

-Team Excel Jiu Jitsu

Congratulations Ray Sloan, new BJJ Black Belt Oceanside

Professor Chris Haueter taught a special class last night at Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA Oceanside and in a Co-Promotion between Chris Haueter & Michio Grubbs, Ray Sloan receives the coveted Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and Nathan Murphy was awarded the Brown Belt.  Congrats!

 Strive for excellence

What a great night last night as Professor Haueter  and crew came down and trained at Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA Oceanside.  In a Co-Promotion, Ray Sloan is awarded the BJJ Black Belt, and Nathan Murphy the BJJ Brown Belt.

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA Oceanside Team

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Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood

Camaraderie and friendship is the hallmark of a great Jiu Jitsu team!

"A Black Belt is a White Belt who never quit."

 

Conor Drury, Ray Sloan, Chris Haueter, Michio Grubbs, Nathan Murphy

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A HUGE Congratulations to Ray Sloan on receiving the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt!

Ray Sloan Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt

This man works hard, extremely focused and has put the time in on and off the mats.  Ray exemplifies what it takes to work to chase your dreams.

Ray Sloan, Michio Grubbs = a decade of friendship and training

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 The time, effort and dedication necessary to reach the level of Black Belt in BJJ is indeed, considered a journey.  There will be ups and downs, good times and bad.  But the key is to never give up.

Ray Sloan training with Michio Grubbs Jiu Jitsu mat time

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The BJJ Black Belt

Along with the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt comes along responsibility, leadership, and compassion.

Ray Sloan training with Chris Haueter, Jiu Jitsu workout session

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Professor Chris Haueter

Thank you Prof. Chris Haueter for making the trip down to Oceanside, Ca to train with Excel Jiu Jitsu team.  It is always a pleasure to learn from such an incredible Coach.

Professor Chris Haueter teaching as guest instructor at Excel Jiu Jitsu Oceanside

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"Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm."  -Ralph Waldo Emerson

See you on the mat!

-Team Excel Jiu Jitsu

 

 

Chris Haueter BJJ seminar Oceanside

Fun Jiu Jitsu training with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Professor Chris Haueter at Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA & Fitness Oceanside

We had a blast training Jiu Jitsu on Wednesday night, February 18, 2015.

Chris Haueter Jiu-Jitsu

Professor Haueter taught the BJJ class going over concepts and principles to help bring to life, the Jiu Jitsu techniques and strategy, as it applies to self defense. 

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes Oceanside, Ca

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Students had a great time learning, training, and having fun!

Chris Haueter teaching Jiu Jitsu

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Professor Haueter inter-acted with students and everyone had a blast.

He treats each Jiu-Jitsu student as if they have been friends forever.

Chris Haueter BJJ Combat Base Association

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 Never stop learning

It is awesome to listen to the stories and anecdotes that Professor Haueter shares. 

With Professor Haueter being in the game for so long, training with Rickson Gracie, in his garage and training with Jiu Jitsu legends, Rorian Gracie, Royce Gracie is incredible to hear.

Professor Chris Haueter passing on Jiu Jitsu knowledge

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I am honored to recieve my 2nd Degree Jiu Jitsu Black Belt from Professor Haueter on this night!

Michio Grubbs, 2nd Degree BJJ Black Belt Promotion

This year marks the 16th year in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and 6 years as a BJJ Black Belt.

I am enjoying the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle, the BJJ Benefits, and the camaraderie that comes along with this awesome Martial Art!

 

Jiu Jitsu Black Belts Charlie Grant, Michio Grubbs, Chris Haueter and MikoMay!

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BJJ Dirty Dozen

Professor Chris Haueter is one of the original American / Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Pioneers, being the 8th American to be awarded the BJJ Black Belt in 1996, from Master Rigan Machado, in the United States.

BJJ Black Belt Instructor Chris Haueter, Combat Base Association

"Never stop learning"

See you on the mat!

-Team Excel Jiu Jitsu

Congrats Kidd on your Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt Promotion!

Congratulations Kidd Herrera on your well deserved BJJ Purple Belt Promotion.  You represent women's Jiu Jitsu in a very positive way!

Kidd has been training Jiu Jitsu for 6 years, 5 years as BJJ Blue Belt.  Hard working, passionate, and Awesome skills!

Congrats on your Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt!

Girl Power!

Jiu Jitsu for women.  Martial Arts training for everyone, Oceanside, CA

Congrats to Eric Rivard on his 3rd Stripe Purple Jiu Jitsu Promotion!

Eric loves Martial Arts and we are very proud, here at Excel Jiu Jitsu, to have his knowledge and presence as he is an incredible role model for everyone!

check out Excel Jiu Jitsu new Promo on You-Tube 

 Click link here:

Excel Jiu Jitsu Promo

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA & Fitness Oceanside, CA

Oceasnside BJJ classes

Professor Chris Haueter will be teaching at Excel Jiu Jitsu Oceanside on Wed, Feb 18th @ 7pm.

 

Come Train!

Professor Chris Haueter seminars, clinics and workshops

 Martial Arts Jiu Jitsu classes in Oceanside

"Success is dependent on effort"

 Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for everyone Oceanside

Always reach for new heights! 

Martial Arts is a vehicle for self improvement and self development

See you on the mat!

-Team Excel Jiu Jitsu

Excel Jiu Jitsu Team Get Together featuring BJJ Black Belt Chris Haueter

We had our annual Team Get Together on October 25, 2014 with special Guest instruction from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Chris Haueter

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA & Fitness Oceanside, CA

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA & Fitness Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school in Oceanside, Ca

Special guest instruction from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Chris Haueter  

For full picture gallery and video click link: 

Michio Grubbs Jiu Jitsu .com

BJJ Black Belt Chris Haueter

Professor Haueter taught a very technical Jiu Jitsu class.

Everyone had a great time learning and training.

BJJ Black Belt Chris Haueter teaching technical Jiu Jitsu

Getting the warm up going!

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu = Ultimate Workout

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu BJJ  at Excel Jiu Jitsu Oceanside

Kids Martial Arts Jiu Jitsu school in Oceanside, Ca

Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for children of all ages Oceanside, Ca

Kids Love Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Martial Arts techniques for kids

We finished the day off with an awesome BBQ catered by Breakwater Brewing Co and Enzo's BBQ in Oceanside!

Excel Jiu Jitsu Team Get Together

For full Gallery of pics and Video please check out following link:

Michio Grubbs Jiu Jitsu .com

See you at the next event!

-Team Excel Jiu Jitsu

IBJJF Brazilian Jiu Jitsu BJJ tournament competition

Congrats to Gio Rossi and Pablo Pantaleon on their performance at this past weekend's IBJJF Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournaments

Little man Big Heart!

Congrats Gio Rossi on your 3rd place finish at the IBJJF American Nationals Kids Jiu Jitsu championships

Gio Rossi Kids Jiu Jitsu medal winner at IBJJF American Nationals Kids Jiu Jitsu Championships

 Also, Pablo Pantaleon on your performance at the Long Beach Open International IBJJF Championships...didn't get the win but showed amazing heart.

Pablo Pantaleon and Jiu Jitsu coach Michio Grubbs

He had one match, score was 2-2 with 2-2 advantage = tie.  The loss came from referees decision that could have gone either way because both fighters were super aggressive, back and forth the whole match.

Single elimination but Pablo will be back, stronger than ever! 

IBJJF Jiu Jitsu competition tournament fighting

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and American Jiu Jitsu Pioneer, Chris Haueter will be here this upcoming Saturday!!

Make sure to reserve your spot with Pre-Pay!  

BJJ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Instruction Oceanside, Ca

Kids MMA Oceanside Program is doing great!

Kids class sizes range from 8 - 15 students per class and boys and girls learn Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Kick Boxing, Western Boxing in a fast paced, action packed class!

Boys and Girls kids Mixed Martial Arts MMA Classes lessons in Oceanside

MikoMay getting her Mixed Martial Arts training in!

MikoMay Grubbs training Kids MMA Oceanside!

Good Job everyone!

See you on the mat!

-Team Excel Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Chris Haueter teaching in Oceanside

Professors Chris and Melissa Haueter will be teaching a special Jiu Jitsu class in Oceanside, Ca

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA will be hosting BJJ Black Belts Chris & Melissa Haueter teaching a special class on  Saturday October 25, 2014

Hope to see you there!

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Chris Haueter teaching in Oceanside

The schedule for Saturday, Oct 25th is as follows:

 

11:15 - 12pm Kids training/Promotions

12:00 - 1:30 Adults training

1:30 - 2pm Adult Belt Promotions

2pm BBQ & Pizza

 

Call 760-726-2279 to reserve your spot

Excel Jiu Jitsu Oceanside Team get together BBQ & Pizza

Everyone is welcome!

Please bring friends and family for a great time next Saturday!

Get your tickets for Bellator MMA 131 Tito Ortiz vs. Stephan Bonner

Bellator MMA fighting Championships San Diego, Nov 15, 2014

Congrats to Josh Paetz on his 2nd stripe Jiu Jitsu White Belt promotion last Thursday!

Jiu Jitsu BJJ stripe Promotion Oceanside, Ca

Coach Jamarr Coleman with his beautiful baby!

Excel Jiu Jitsu Instructors are not only talented and skilled but have great rapport with students

Our Kids Jiu Jitsu team Oceanside is growing with Team Leaders learning sport BJJ and self defense!

Kids are working together in a Team Oriented environment, helping each other grow and improve and raising the level of the training room.

Oceanside Kids BJJ Jiu Jitsu program is great for boys and girls ages 4 - 12yrs

Awesome!

See you on the mat!

-Team Excel Jiu Jitsu

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA Team Get Together

Saturday, October 25, 2014, Excel Jiu Jitsu will be featuring Professors Chris & Melissa Haueter followed by BBQ & Pizza

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts Chris & Melissa Haueter will be teaching a special class 12-1:30pm.  Everyone is welcome!

BJJ Jiu Jitsu Kids training and promotions 11:15-12pm

BBQ & Pizza at 2pm!

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA & Fitness Oceanside Team Get Together

Tuesday, October 14, 2014 Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA will be featuring IBJJF 2014

No-Gi Brown Belt World Champion Marco Alvarado teaching a special No-Gi Jiu Jitsu class at 7pm.

Marco Alvarado receiving the Gold at the 2014 IBJJF No-Gi World Championships

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA & Fitness is more than just building Martial Arts Athletes, it's about TEAM, Camaraderie and Friendship

What 'TEAM' means to us, is that everyone takes care of each other and makes sure everyone continues to grow and improve.  We are a family oriented and beginner friendly Jiu Jitsu team training in an ego-less environment.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Martial Arts Lessons for men, women, and kids in Oceanside, Ca

Congratulations to hard working Johnny Bruno on his 4th stripe White Jiu Jitsu Promotion.  The man is an inspiration and we are so very lucky to have him on our team.

Johnny Bruno with Jiu Jitsu coach Michio Grubbs

Congratulations to Cassidy Rozanski on her 2nd stripe White Jiu Jitsu promotion.  She came into the sport not knowing any Jiu Jitsu but has improved with leaps and bounds!  

GIRL POWER!

Cassidy Rozanski with Jiu Jitsu coach Michio Grubbs

 No Group Classes on Monday, October 13, 2014 Columbus Day Holiday

We will have Open Mat from 6-8pm 

Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA celebrates Columbus Day Holiday

Everyone is Welcome to Excel Jiu Jitsu MMA team gathering on October 25th!  You do not need to be a member.  Bring Friends and Family and let's have a great time!

-Team Excel Jiu Jitsu

Congratulations Charlie Grant on receiving the BJJ Black Belt

Excel has another Black Belt!  

Congrats to Charlie Grant upon receiving his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt from Michio Grubbs and Chris Haueter.  The Belt Promotion was held at the Rigan Machado seminar in Los Angeles on Thursday, Jan 30, 2014!

 click picture below to see more pics and video of Charlie getting promoted!

from left to right:  Michio Grubbs, Rigan Machado, Charlie Grant, and Chris Haueter

 Also in attendance was Rigan Machado and Gabriel Vella.  It was a great ceremony for Charlie and this marks a new chapter in his Jiu Jitsu career!

from left to right:  Michio Grubbs, Charlie Grant, Kidd Herrera, Mat Liebovitz, and Christie Philips

Awesome!  Great Job Charlie!


-Team Excel