Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)
is a martial art and combat sport that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting with the goal of gaining a dominant position and using joint-locks and chokeholds to force an opponent to submit . It promotes the principle that a smaller, weaker person by using leverage and proper technique can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition. Sparring (commonly referred to as 'rolling') and live drilling play a major role in training, and a premium is placed on performance, especially in competition.
Introductory BJJ class will cover all the basic positions, which include take-downs and take-down defense, as well as various submissions. The major difference between this class and the advanced BJJ class, is that there will not be as much "live training" or sparring. Focus will be placed on learning the foundation of BJJ and condtioning your body for this type of sport.
Advanced BJJ classes are only for students with prior grappling experince, or students who have moved up from the introductory class. In this class, conditioning, submissions, and movement are taken up a notch as the class gets longer, and more "rolling" is involved. Students in this class will learn the lastest techniques as well as tips from our Pros to prepare them for competitions however, competitions are not mandatory.
Muay Thai
is known as "King of the Ring" in kickboxing circles. This style of kickboxing features punches, kicks, elbows, knees, standing grappling and head-butts to wear down and knock out the opponent. Thai training methods develop devastating power, speed, and superb cardio-vascular endurance, as well as fighting spirit. Muay Thai training is quite safe thanks to sophisticated pad training that has been developed to keep fighters healthy between fights. Muay Thai has also proven to be very effective outside the ring. It has been embraced enthusiastically by practitioners of a variety of self-defense, sporting, military, and law enforcement activities.
Evolution’s Muay Thai program is designed to be used by everybody. Students who are looking for a great way to get in and stay in shape will find that our Muay Thai class is a perfect alternative to the same old gym routine. For the students who would like to fight MMA or competitive Thai boxing matches, you will not be disappointed either. Basic kicks, punches, elbow strikes, knee strikes, blocks and the clinch are all key elements of Muay Thai, and will be covered throughout the program. These classes are safe, fun, and informative. Conditioning also plays a large role in becoming a successful Thai fighter. Our classes are full of proven drills and cardio exercises to help challenge every type of athlete. Come check it out for youself, to find out why Muay Thai is one of the best work-outs offered.
Wrestling
is a sport that is based on controlling your opponent to gain a physical advantage. Strength, conditioning, agility, flexibility, balance, and technique, are essential aspects in the sport of wrestling. With the popularity and growth of mixed martial arts in recent years, wrestlers and wrestling techniques have played a major role in the success of this sport.
Under the guidance of some of the best wrestling coaches in the state, Evolution's wrestling program is extremely versitile. There will be takedown classes each week in which takedowns and counters will be learned. Wrestling will also be directly tied to the BJJ classes and MMA classes. An emphasis will be placed on several aspects of this sport including position, controlling the clinch, takedowns, and takedown defense. These techniques are required for a polished ground game, as well as transitioning from the stand up game to the gound.
