Laurita Martial Arts Academy, Litchfield Park, Avondale, Buckeye, Surprise, Glendale, Tolleson, Arizona's #1 Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, MMA, Haidong Gumdo School for Kids and Adults
Discover Why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is Considered Such an Effective
Martial Art for Self Defense!
Dear Friend,
Did you know that 95% of all self-defense situations end up in a clinch or on the ground, YET grappling remains the most neglected form of self-defense in most martial art systems.
If you can't defend yourself on the ground then you DON'T know how to truly defend yourself.
That's where we come in.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a complete training system that will teach you how to apply angles, positioning and leverage to control an opponent's movement. A person that has a superior position is in a better position to apply their weight and end the conflict effectively. This style allows a smaller person to immobilize and defeat a stronger larger attacker.
There IS a reason that all of the Elite Professional MMA Fighters have trained in BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU...BECAUSE IT WORKS AND IT IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST FOR SELF-DEFENSE, AND PROFESSIONAL FIGHTING!
Our system works for ANYONE - in shape, out-of-shape, overweight, tall, thin, old, young... Men, women, and kids have excelled in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Our instructors will teach you and develop a style that works best for your body type.
Too old to start training?
Our adult program has students of all ages, from high-school students to several students well into their 40's and 50's. Yes, you heard right- we have students over the age of 50 practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! Absolutely no experience is required to begin your training. In fact, most of our students join our program with ZERO experience!
You Have never done a day of exercise in your life?
No Problem! You do not have to be in shape to begin training at our academy - most people who begin are not. Our BJJ Basics class was designed for students just like you. Not to mention as a certified personal trainer, head Instructor Brad Court has had years of specialized training in physical fitness, along with his extensive martial arts expertise, and can develop a conditioning program specifically designed for you.
You have the opportunity to train with the best...why settle for second best?
What makes our training system so successful is we show you how to train, how to peak for events, what to eat, the importance of recovery, the best exercises to use, and more! If you are looking for a professional resource to help you improve, to help you reach the next level of competition; to help you perform optimally, to improve your quality of life, Laurita Martial Arts Academy is the place to go. In order to outlast the competition, we will make sure you are the last one standing when the smoke clears.
One thing's for sure: You will see results from our program, provided you come on a regular basis. If you are committed to training at your best, then we are committed to helping bring you to the top of your fight game.
Remember...Consistency is Your Key to Success
Almost any workout will give you some kind of results, if you do it consistently. Most of you however, find that when "doing it consistently" even a twently minute workout can seem like an eternity. We provide a fun, safe and exciting environment that makes consistency not seem like a chore all the while getting you into the best shape of your life!
But that's not all...
We have created The Ultimate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program for the Pure Beginner!
Most Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools just throw beginner students to the wolves the first week they start training and just let you get your butt kicked by the more advanced students. You better be in shape before you attend most schools or else you're going to be in for a rough night!
On top of that, one dirty little secret that no one at these schools tells you is that you're going to learn whatever the instructor feels like teaching on that particular day. In all forms of education, educators have very detailed finely-tuned curriculums to guarantee that a student learns the required material.
Could you imagine a college professor teaching whatever popped into his mind that day? Unfortunately, this is the way most Jiu Jitsu academies operate.
Fortunately for you, I have the solution and it's one of the reasons our students are so happy.
We have developed a Core Curriculum for our BJJ Basics classes.
These sessions are 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.
I've set up The BJJ Basics classes like this for a couple of reasons. I know for a fact that there are students that just want to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as an art form and don't want to get involved in any sparring of any sort. Many people begin training out-of-shape and they wouldn't be able to complete a full blown competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class. In the very beginning, I firmly believe that students need to focus heavily on learning their technique instead of trying to learn how to survive in heated sparring matches. I've set up our Jiu-Jitsu and Grappling programs into different levels so that our students can progress at a comfortable and efficient rate. Of course we have our advanced and competition classes that are extremely demanding and competitive. This is for the students that are interested in taking it to this level.
Then we have our "BJJ BASICS" classes for the new student just starting out, for the student that is really out of shape, for the student not interested in sparring or competitions, and the new student that will appreciate being able to learn Jiu Jitsu in a non competitive environment.
A Word of Advice!
As I stated just a bit earlier, if you're new to Jiu-Jitsu I must warn you of a few things- You should know that not all schools are created equal and it is very important that you make an educated decision before choosing a school.
Due to the overwhelming popularity of the UFC and other Mixed Martial Arts events, everyone and their brother is re-labeling their schools as "MMA" or "Grappling" schools. An alarming number of these schools dress their academy up with shiny new mats and a fancy cage or ring to hide behind the fact that their Instructors are inexperienced or even worse unqualified.
As an experiment, go into last year's phone book and see how many Karate schools are now calling themselves "Mixed Martial Arts" schools. My point is: you have to be selective when choosing a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school.
In fact, you should NEVER join a school or a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program unless it meets all of the following FIVE Criteria:
1. Their instructors are qualified. What are the instructors credentials? Have they competed? What is the reputation of the organization that they represent? Remember, if you want to be the best you have to learn from the best.
2. The school MUST have a written curriculum. Is there a method to the madness? You'd be shocked to discover how many schools don't follow a step-by-step program so neither the teacher nor the student knows where they're going and how far along they are. Surprising but true.
3. The school must produce winners. Ask yourself, has this school produced any national champs or winning teams? No matter the credentials of the instructor, it does you no good if he can't pass along that expertise.
4. The school should adapt itself to the clients needs. Whether you want to be physically fit, learn how to defend yourself, or train for the World Championships, the school should allow you to set your own goals then help you achieve them. You shouldn't be forced into sparring if you don't want to.
5. The prices are NOT unbelievably low. Remember that you usually get what you pay for. Would you trust a jeweler who offers you a Rolex at Timex prices? Most of these "bargain" schools usually have dirty facilities, unqualified instructors, or instructors who don't speak English, or they don't offer an Advanced program.
Did you know that 95% of all self-defense situations end up in a clinch or on the ground, YET grappling remains the most neglected form of self-defense in most martial art systems.
If you can't defend yourself on the ground then you DON'T know how to truly defend yourself.
That's where we come in.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a complete training system that will teach you how to apply angles, positioning and leverage to control an opponent's movement. A person that has a superior position is in a better position to apply their weight and end the conflict effectively. This style allows a smaller person to immobilize and defeat a stronger larger attacker.
There IS a reason that all of the Elite Professional MMA Fighters have trained in BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU...BECAUSE IT WORKS AND IT IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST FOR SELF-DEFENSE, AND PROFESSIONAL FIGHTING!
Our system works for ANYONE - in shape, out-of-shape, overweight, tall, thin, old, young... Men, women, and kids have excelled in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Our instructors will teach you and develop a style that works best for your body type.
Too old to start training?
Our adult program has students of all ages, from high-school students to several students well into their 40's and 50's. Yes, you heard right- we have students over the age of 50 practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! Absolutely no experience is required to begin your training. In fact, most of our students join our program with ZERO experience!
You Have never done a day of exercise in your life?
No Problem! You do not have to be in shape to begin training at our academy - most people who begin are not. Our BJJ Basics class was designed for students just like you. Not to mention as a certified personal trainer, head Instructor Brad Court has had years of specialized training in physical fitness, along with his extensive martial arts expertise, and can develop a conditioning program specifically designed for you.
You have the opportunity to train with the best...why settle for second best?
What makes our training system so successful is we show you how to train, how to peak for events, what to eat, the importance of recovery, the best exercises to use, and more! If you are looking for a professional resource to help you improve, to help you reach the next level of competition; to help you perform optimally, to improve your quality of life, Laurita Martial Arts Academy is the place to go. In order to outlast the competition, we will make sure you are the last one standing when the smoke clears.
One thing's for sure: You will see results from our program, provided you come on a regular basis. If you are committed to training at your best, then we are committed to helping bring you to the top of your fight game.
Remember...Consistency is Your Key to Success
Almost any workout will give you some kind of results, if you do it consistently. Most of you however, find that when "doing it consistently" even a twently minute workout can seem like an eternity. We provide a fun, safe and exciting environment that makes consistency not seem like a chore all the while getting you into the best shape of your life!
But that's not all...
We have created The Ultimate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program for the Pure Beginner!
Most Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools just throw beginner students to the wolves the first week they start training and just let you get your butt kicked by the more advanced students. You better be in shape before you attend most schools or else you're going to be in for a rough night!
On top of that, one dirty little secret that no one at these schools tells you is that you're going to learn whatever the instructor feels like teaching on that particular day. In all forms of education, educators have very detailed finely-tuned curriculums to guarantee that a student learns the required material.
Could you imagine a college professor teaching whatever popped into his mind that day? Unfortunately, this is the way most Jiu Jitsu academies operate.
Fortunately for you, I have the solution and it's one of the reasons our students are so happy.
We have developed a Core Curriculum for our BJJ Basics classes.
These sessions are 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.
I've set up The BJJ Basics classes like this for a couple of reasons. I know for a fact that there are students that just want to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as an art form and don't want to get involved in any sparring of any sort. Many people begin training out-of-shape and they wouldn't be able to complete a full blown competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class. In the very beginning, I firmly believe that students need to focus heavily on learning their technique instead of trying to learn how to survive in heated sparring matches. I've set up our Jiu-Jitsu and Grappling programs into different levels so that our students can progress at a comfortable and efficient rate. Of course we have our advanced and competition classes that are extremely demanding and competitive. This is for the students that are interested in taking it to this level.
Then we have our "BJJ BASICS" classes for the new student just starting out, for the student that is really out of shape, for the student not interested in sparring or competitions, and the new student that will appreciate being able to learn Jiu Jitsu in a non competitive environment.
A Word of Advice!
As I stated just a bit earlier, if you're new to Jiu-Jitsu I must warn you of a few things- You should know that not all schools are created equal and it is very important that you make an educated decision before choosing a school.
Due to the overwhelming popularity of the UFC and other Mixed Martial Arts events, everyone and their brother is re-labeling their schools as "MMA" or "Grappling" schools. An alarming number of these schools dress their academy up with shiny new mats and a fancy cage or ring to hide behind the fact that their Instructors are inexperienced or even worse unqualified.
As an experiment, go into last year's phone book and see how many Karate schools are now calling themselves "Mixed Martial Arts" schools. My point is: you have to be selective when choosing a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school.
In fact, you should NEVER join a school or a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program unless it meets all of the following FIVE Criteria:
1. Their instructors are qualified. What are the instructors credentials? Have they competed? What is the reputation of the organization that they represent? Remember, if you want to be the best you have to learn from the best.
2. The school MUST have a written curriculum. Is there a method to the madness? You'd be shocked to discover how many schools don't follow a step-by-step program so neither the teacher nor the student knows where they're going and how far along they are. Surprising but true.
3. The school must produce winners. Ask yourself, has this school produced any national champs or winning teams? No matter the credentials of the instructor, it does you no good if he can't pass along that expertise.
4. The school should adapt itself to the clients needs. Whether you want to be physically fit, learn how to defend yourself, or train for the World Championships, the school should allow you to set your own goals then help you achieve them. You shouldn't be forced into sparring if you don't want to.
5. The prices are NOT unbelievably low. Remember that you usually get what you pay for. Would you trust a jeweler who offers you a Rolex at Timex prices? Most of these "bargain" schools usually have dirty facilities, unqualified instructors, or instructors who don't speak English, or they don't offer an Advanced program.
Try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Today!
So if you are looking for a fun and exciting workout that will get you in awesome shape and teach you how to defend yourself then our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program is for you. To try our Brazilain Jiu-Jitsu Program, Call Now! 623-935-5759 or click here. Space is limited and our classes are filling up fast.
So if you are looking for a fun and exciting workout that will get you in awesome shape and teach you how to defend yourself then our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program is for you. To try our Brazilain Jiu-Jitsu Program, Call Now! 623-935-5759 or click here. Space is limited and our classes are filling up fast.
Sincerely,
Master Jerry Laurita
Owner/Chief Instructor