Happy Thanksgiving!!!

 Leg Lock 2 hour, mini seminar this Saturday, Nov 30, 1:30-3:30 at the Excel Academy.

First half will cover the basic Straight ankle lock, going over grips, positioning, mechanics, and entries.

Second half will cover defenses and escapes from a variety of leg locks including the heel hook, knee bar, toe holds, and knee compressions.

Open to members $25, and non-members $40.

Lot's of information, lot's of fun!

Michio Grubbs Seminar San Diego, California

 Closing out November training...great year of training and having fun!

Dan Hoopes and Christie Philips Spar!  Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Oceanside

 Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Michio Grubbs and Everet Gonzalez Spar!  Oceanside BJJ

 Follow up intense training with plenty of water and lot's of rest.  The combative sports are very demanding on the body and it's imperative to take care of yourself, otherwise you won't last!

Andre Galvao and Keenen Cornelius Spar!  Photo courtesy of BJJPix.com

 Love this pic!  Seeing Jiu Jitsu everywhere!  Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the most powerful martial arts in the world.

Don't forget to tap!  Oceanside Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Otavio Sousa in competition, photo courtesy of BJJPix.com

Have a wonderful day and great weekend!



-Team Excel

“Challenges are what make life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.” - Joshua J. Marine

 September is here!  Increase the intensity and make that jump in your game!

Joey Beltran and Ray Sloan Brazilian Jiu Jitsu San Diego

Excel Jiu Jitsu San Diego, Ca

Let's train!


-Team EXCEL

San Diego Jiu Jitsu fight team

 Our desire to excel helps us to exceed our expectations

Dan Hoopes receives his first stripe Purple promotion

Congratulations to hard working Dan Hoopes on his first stripe Purple Promotion!  Super nice guy and if you were to ever look up the word dedication in the dictionary...you'll see his picture next to the word!  Great Guy!


-Team EXCEL

Bubba Pugh MMA Fight Oceanside

Congratulations to Bubba Pugh for putting it on the line against a very tough opponent and game competitor.  Unfortunately, Bubba lost by split decision in a very close fight that could have gone either way.   This fight will continue to toughen Bubba up into a Super Champion!  Good Job Bubba!

Bubba Pugh warming up with Sio Makihele before he enters the cage

 Bubba Pugh vs. Chad Klingensmith in a very tough Title Fight

Bubba Pugh MMA Oceanside

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Mat time in Oceanside, Ca

 Excel Grapplers Retreat = Awesome Experience!

Excel Grapplers Retreat Oceanside, Ca

Glenn Riviera and Joey Beltran get some mat time in

 Great training with friends that many consider extended family!

Jiu Jitsu Lifestyle Oceanside, Ca

Ryan Murphy with coaches Gabe Gonzalez and Charlie Grant

 Congrats to Ryan Murphy on his 3 stripe Blue Promotion!  This guy is a stud.



-Team EXCEL