http://www.xfactormma.com Instruction in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:19:00 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I just wanted everyone to know that I will be starting a new "Women In Control" class next Saturday the 20th at 9am. If you're interested the class will run for four weeks (skipping the 4th of July weekend). You will learn a lot of practical self-defense against that can ... http://www.xfactormma.com/2009/06/women-in-control-june-20th-9am/ Parents and Students, I just wanted to remind everyone that class Monday will be at our new location. The new building is located at 5634 Hwy. 78 Suite 112, Sachse, TX 75048. If you know where the city buildings are in Sachse we are located in the second shoping center to ... http://www.xfactormma.com/2009/05/moving-to-sachse/ Dear Parents, A few parents were kind enough to send the pictures of the class promotions. Please check them out on the media page. Sincerely, XF http://www.xfactormma.com/2008/12/december-class-photos/ If you're interested in training MMA in a controlled environment then this is the class for you. Jason House is very knowledgeable in the art of MMA. He brings a wealth of knowledge in Muay Thai, Jiu-jitsu and wrestling and how they are applied in MMA. The class schedule has been updated ... http://www.xfactormma.com/2008/10/mma-class/ Just wanted everyone to know that we will not be having classes on Thursday the 30th due to the Fall Festival. We are going to try and set up a booth downtown if possible. If you go wear your X-Factor shirts so we will see you in the sea of ... http://www.xfactormma.com/2008/10/no-class-oct-30th/ Clinch to Guard Pull - Sometimes you will get the clinch on someone that is larger than you and may have some experience or is just too strong to control. If they are getting out of the clinch and you feel like they are too strong you need to pull ... http://www.xfactormma.com/2008/09/kids-curriculum-sept-2008/ Establishing the Clinch (Review) Measure distance to make sure nobody gets hurt. Step correctly. Block by combing hair with front arm/hand and covering the other side of face with arm/hand. Make contact with bad guys chest and wrap arms around. Front hand grabs wrist of arm that is wrapped around bad guy. Hips in and head ... http://www.xfactormma.com/2008/07/kids-techniques-july-2008/ The next "Women In Control" women's self-defense class will start September 6th. The class will take place on Saturdays from 9-10am. Early registration discounts are available. To learn more or to register visit the "women's class" page. Sincerely, X-Factor BJJ http://www.xfactormma.com/2008/07/next-wic-class/ Hello from Phoenix. Man it is hot out here. It's been around 116 every day since we've been here. It's a lot dryer heat, however, don't believe people when they say, "yeah, but it's a dry heat". Let me tell you 116 is 116 even if it's 3% humidity. This ... http://www.xfactormma.com/2008/06/hello-from-phoenix/ Establishing Clinch (Agressive Opponents) Step back when bad guy is stepping forward When you decide to close the distance, block with forearm (remember fingers combing hair). Block other side of head to prevent hook. Slide in until your arms hit their chest. Wrap and secure grip with front arm grabbing rear wrist. Hips in ... http://www.xfactormma.com/2008/06/kids-techniques-june-2008/