10th Planet Watch – 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Van Nuys Blog

Congrats to Vinny on winning the bronze in his division and in the absolute!

Denny won first place at Jiu Jitsu No Gi nationals at brown belt Featherweight 149lbs this past weekend. He won my first match by advantage and the second by injury default, the guy didn’t want to fight me. This is Denny’s Third Major title and was awarded the most prestigious award possible, the first official 10th Planet Black Belt.

Yo Everyone!

I hope ya’ll are having a great day!

We will be moving back to the Legends starting next Monday, the address is
5176 Santa Monica. It’s about a half mile east of the 101 freeway. There are
about 20 parking spots in back of the building so if it’s packed you’re
gonna have to hunt for spots on the street. There is a JONS market about a
block west which has A LOT of parking but there are JONS PARKING ONLY signs
posted, so I’m not too sure how risky it is. Chris Reilly has parked there a
couple times with no problems. There is no security guard monitoring the
parking lot so I’m assuming it is safe. A tow truck can’t just pull up and
tow cars without someone calling so we’ll have to see how that all plays
out. Maybe grab a gatorade at JONS first??

The new Legends building is HUGE and I am fully stoked to get the show on
the road. All of my jiu jitsu student’s accounts will remain under my
control, so if you have any questions about your membership please email me
directly.

Hope to see you all next Monday! 🙂

Eddie Bravo

Mike Swick vs. Dan Hardy to determine No. 1 contender for Georges St. Pierre
by MMAjunkie.com Staff on Sep 28, 2009 at 8:10 am ET
On Sunday UFC welterweight contender Mike Swick (14-2 MMA, 9-1 UFC) took to Twitter and announced neither Matt Hughes nor Georges St. Pierre would likely be his next opponent.

That’s because he’ll next fight Dan Hardy (22-6 MMA, 3-0 UFC) to determine the next opponent for current 170-pound champion Georges St. Pierre.

That’s the word from Mike Chiappetta of AOL FanHouse, who confirmed the plans with UFC president Dana White via text message.

White didn’t confirm a specific date for the proposed matchup, but since Hardy had been announced as part of the UFC 105 main card with opponent Dong Hyun Kim, the Swick vs. Hardy fight will likely replace that bout on that Nov. 14 card.

However, as of Monday morning, the Hardy vs. Kim fight remained listed on UFC.com.

UFC 105 takes place at the MEN Arena in Manchester, England, and airs via same-day delay on Spike TV.

Swick had been scheduled to fight Martin Kampmann earlier this month at UFC 103 in a No. 1 contender’s bout. However, the former top middleweight contender suffered a concussion a few weeks before the fight and was forced to pull out. (UFC newcomer Paul Daley took his spot instead and pulled off the upset victory over Kampmann.)

Swick is 4-0 since dropping to welterweight in early 2008 with decision wins over Josh Burkman and Marcus Davis and TKO victories over Jonathan Goulet and Ben Saunders.

Hardy, a British fighter, first joined the UFC in 2008 and has become one of the organization’s top U.K. stars. He’s currently riding a six-fight win streak, which includes a 3-0 mark in the UFC with a split-decision win over Akihiro Gono, a KO win over Rory Markham, and a split-decision victory over Davis.

For the latest on UFC 105, stay tuned to the UFC Rumors section of MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com).

Glover came in to our school the beginning of last year and showed us a few deep half things. It was an immediate addition to my lockdown/half guard game. Me and a couple other guys started going bananas with it. This dvd was exactly what I was looking for. It goes over how to get to deep half from all kinds of positions. Once in deep half he shows a ton of different sweep options and variations. I was able to tune up my deep half and picked up a bunch of new tricks. There’s some great details!

The overall production value of this 2 disc set is good, It’s shot and edited well. The cover looks like Napoleon Dynamite. Glover keeps its interesting with some gag techniques and light humor. There’s a whole section on using the stability ball that I can’t tell if he’s joking or serious about using it. Could be a stab at Gymnasica Natural. The fact that I can’t tell is pretty funny.

Run, don’t walk to your local martial arts supply store and cop this DVD. My advice is to buy 2 copies so you can give one to your sister, rock doubles, or have a great wedding gift for your cat. Jeff Glover’s “Deep Half” can replace that empty hole the “Fade To Black” DVD left in your 5 disc changer, and in your heart.

Budo didn’t pay me for this endorsement, but if they’d like to, they know where to reach me.

Click here to buy Jeff Glover’s Deep Half Guard

Congratulations to everybody from 10th Planet/10th Planet Burbank that competed this weekend. Lots of vids on the way.

Thanks to Kim for the post!

’10th Planet rocked the US OPEN! 30 competitors, 9 Golds, and a total of 19 medals!(Plus Fusion had some fighters repping 10th Planet:) I think it is safe to say THE biggest turn out of 10th Planet at one tournament EVA!
Thanks everyone for the support. Esp. Eddie for all the great classes, teaching and coaching on Sunday too. Scott Esptein for the great coaching and teaching, Alder Hampel for the same. Steve at the Melee booth for letting us dump our stuff, and all the others who came out to cheer, coach, video and just generally support the team.
Thanks again to all who competed in Kids, Adults, Women and Pankration divisions! Way to go people!
Next up Naga, then GQ Long Beach Oct. 10th!

Hey if you are not on this list let us know:
-GOLD-
Nate
Amir
Kim
Matt
Karen
Richard
Adan
Kevin
Anthony
Dave (Lo Pan)
-SILVER-
Ryan
Jose
Rob
Blaylock
Mel
Chris
Ian (the real Ian from 10th Planet burbank) 😉
-BRONZE-
Juli
Rachel
Mel

Hundreds of these flyers were put up at a texas tourney last weekend promoting Brandon’s seminar. A friend of Eddie’s in Texas sent over the pic. For those who don’t know, Brandon Was relieved of his 10th Planet association when it came to light he was in fact a fraudulent brown belt and a liar.

Congratulations to Sean Bollinger on his second amateur MMA win. After submitting his opponent with an armbar from the mount, he now moves to a record of 2-0. The event took place in Las Vegas at Tuff-N-Uff this past weekend. I see big things in this young man’s future.

The Fight Network presents a special news update with the founder of 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu, Eddie Bravo.

For more, please visit http://www.thefightnetwork….

Link to George Sotiropoulos vs. George Roop. Check out the shorts!

Many of the guys and girls at 10th Planet, including myself are going to be competing at the US Open August 29th and 30th at the convention Center in downtown. I’ve been getting a ton of question in regards the the rules, price, date, location etc. Well folks, here it is.

Click here for registration

Fees:
*(Must Pre-Register on or before August 25th at Register Now or by mail for these prices)
*U.S. Open of Submission Grappling – Saturday Augsut 29th – Men, Women & Juniors – $60
**BOTH events for ONLY $80**
*1 day Spectator ticket: $10 (must purchase online or $20 a day) 2 day spectator ticket: $15

Pre-Registration Enrollment (3 options):
1) Mail a signed Registration Form along with a money order or check made payable to:
GTA Tournaments – Mail to: World Grappling Games – 15833 Chemical Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92649

Note: domestic mailed registration must be postmarked no later than Friday August 21st).

2) Register online: www.GrapplingTournaments.com

(Note: Online Registration must be completed by Wednesday, August 26th) or at OTM Fight Shop (Pre-Registration must be completed by Wednesday, August 26th).

3) Night before or day of Registration: $20 late fee will apply.
Show up to either weigh-in time to register.

Weigh-Ins (2 options):
Either OTM Fight Shop or Tournament Location. Note: There will be no weight allowance. If an athlete is within 3 pounds of their weigh class they will have until an hour and a half before their scheduled division to make weight.

Option 1: Day before Weigh-ins will be Friday, August 28, 2009 between 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at OTM Fight Shop:
17424 Beach Blvd. Huntington Beach, CA 92647 – (714) 847-6786

REDONDO BEACH – 2414 Artesia Blvd., Redondo Beach, CA 90278 – (310) 376-3586

RIVERSIDE -2410 Wardlow Rd. Corona, CA 92880 – (951) 340-3311

SACRAMENTO – 3223 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95816 – (916) 457-4686

SAN JOSE – 1020 The Alameda, San Jose, CA – (408) 280-0200

SAN FRANCISCO – 2800 Leavenworth St. Bld. B Ste. 123, San Francisco, CA 94101 – (415) 447-4132

LAS VEGAS – 3775 Spring Mountain Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89102 – (702) 383-0002

SAN DIEGO – 1020 Grand Ave. Pacific Beach, CA 92109 – (858) 270-5425

Option 2: Day of Weigh-ins you can also weigh-in the day you compete 1 hour 30 minutes before your scheduled cut off time at the tournament location. Complete information is available at www.GrapplingTournaments.com

U.S. Open of Submission Grappling – Divisions run on Saturday
Kids all divisions (5-12): 10am
Juniors all divisions (15-17): 11am
Advanced Executive (30-39) & Master’s (40+) Divisions: 10am
Advanced Men’s Divisions: 11am
Novice Men’s Divisions: 11:30am
Beginner Executive (30-39) & Master’s (40+) Divisions: 1:00pm
Beginner Men’s Divisions: 2:30pm
Women’s Divisions: 3:00pm
Men’s Intermediate: 4:00pm
Note: Open Divisions are held at the conclusion of all weight classes in that division. The Novice and Beginner open division is combined.

Coaches:
Coaches will be required to check-in online or by phone and provide a list of registered students to receive credentials. STRICTLY ENFORCED!

E-mail director@grapplingtournaments.com or call (310) 367-5678 for credentials or further info.

Schedule :

Weigh-ins will close and you will be disqualified if you are not present by the below listed times.

Note: This is the earliest a division will be called. It does not necessarily reflect the actual fight time.

U.S. Open of Submission Grappling – Divisions & Rules • Saturday, August 29th (Must be weighed in and ready to compete by listed weigh-in times.)

Kids all divisions (5-12): 10am
Juniors all divisions (15-17): 11am
Advanced Executive (30-39) & Master’s (40+) Divisions: 10am
Advanced Men’s Divisions: 11am
Novice Men’s Divisions: 11:30am
Beginner Executive (30-39) & Master’s (40+) Divisions: 1:00pm
Beginner Men’s Divisions: 2:30pm
Women’s Divisions: 3:00pm
Men’s Intermediate: 4:00pm
Note: Open Divisions are held at the conclusion of all weight classes in that division. The Novice and Beginner open division is combined.

U.S. Open of Submission Grappling Divisions & Rules • Saturday August 29th

Skill Levels: Novice: Less than 9 months
Beginner: Nine months to 2 years
Intermediate: 2 years to 4 years
Advanced: More than 4 years
Juniors: Beginner = Less than 18 months • Advanced = 18 months or greater
Women: Beginner – Less than 18 months • Advanced – 18 months or greater
Executive: 30-39 years – Beginner = Less than 18 months • Advanced = 18 months or greater
Masters: Over 40 years – Beginner = Less than 18 months • Advanced = 18 months or greater

Length of No-Gi Matches: Novice: 4 minutes
Beginner: 4 minutes
Intermediate: 5 minutes
Advanced: 6 minutes
Teens: 4 minutes
Women: Beginner = 4 minutes • Advanced = 6 minutes
Executive/Masters: Beginner = 4 minutes • Advanced = 5 minutes

Men’s No-Gi Weight Classes:
Flyweight: 139.9 lbs. and below
Featherweight: 140-149.9 lbs.
Lightweight: 150-159.9 lbs.
Welterweight: 160-169.9 lbs.
Middleweight: 170-179.9 lbs.
Cruiserweight: 180-189.9 lbs.
Light-Heavyweight: 190-199.9 lbs.
Heavyweight: 200-209.9 lbs.
Superweight: 210 lbs. and over

Juniors No-Gi Weight Classes:
Lightweight: 114.9 lbs. and below
Welterweight: 115-129.9 lbs.
Middleweight: 130-149.9 lbs.
Cruiserweight: 150-169.9 lbs.
Heavyweight: 170 lbs. and over

Women’s No-Gi Weight Classes:
Class A: 119.9 lbs and below
Class B: 120-134.9 lbs.
Class C: 135-149.9 lbs.
Class D: 150 lbs. and over
Women’s Absolute: Open Weight, Open Skill

Executive & Masters No-Gi Weight Classes:
Lightweight: 159.9 lbs and below
Middleweight: 160-179.9 lbs.
Cruiserweight: 180-199.9 lbs.
Heavyweight: 200 lbs. and over

No-Gi Point System: Takedown landing in Half or Full Guard: 2 points
Takedown to Side Control or Mount: 3 points
Sweep or Reversal w/ legs: 2 points
Passing Opponent’s Guard: 3 points
Mounted Position: 4 points
Back Control w/ Hooks: 4 points
(All positions must be held for minimum 3 seconds)

No-Gi Illegal Techniques: Beginner, Novice, Executive & Masters Divisions: No Leg Locks EXCEPT Straight Ankle Lock. No Neck or Cervical Cranks, Wrist Locks, Slamming or Slicers.
Intermediate: No Twisting Leg locks EXCEPT Inside Toe Hold, No Neck or Cervical Cranks, Wrist Locks, Slamming or Slicers.
Advanced: No Slamming

Detailed Rules: The object of the competition is to control and submit your opponent.

Ways to win: 1) Causing your opponent to physically or verbally Tapout or quit by using a technique within the guidelines of the rules in each set division. (All competitors must be aware of dangerous techniques and know how to Tapout.)
2) Highest score at end of regulation time period or overtime.
3) Referee Stoppage

1. Hygiene: At weigh-ins all competitors will be checked for communicable diseases, not limited to but including ring-worm, staph, herpes and impetigo

2. Tie Breakers: There will be a one minute overtime in the event of a draw. At the end of the 1 minute overtime if the were no points scored it will immediately turn to sudden death in which the first point scored gets the victory. The stalling rule will be enforced with ZERO tolerance in overtime. The referee will give 2 warnings and you will be deducted -1 point and given the loss if you do not go after the victory.

3. No Stalling : The referee will issue warning for the 1st offense of stalling (i.e. backing out of the guard without engaging, butt scooting, fleeing the ring to avoid takedown/submission attempts). The 2nd offense will result in a 2 point deduction. A 3rd offense will result in a 3 point deduction. A 4th offense will result in a DQ.

4. Leg Locks: Leg Locks are ILLEGAL in all kids, masters, executive, and novice divisions. Straight ankle locks are legal for Beginner. Straight ankle, inside figure four toe holds, straight knee bars and calf slicers are legal for Intermediate. , All leg locks are legal in the Advanced Men’s division. Note: Reaping (crossing you leg across your opponents body while attacking a foot) is illegal in all divisions except Intermediate and advanced adult.

5. Illegal Techniques in all divisions: No strikes, biting, eye gouging (includes chin to eye), head butting, small join manipulation (finger and toe locks), hair pulling, or ear pulling, neck cranks.

6. Slamming: ZERO tolerance on slamming. This is to avoid slamming to escape the guard and various submissions from the guard. A competitor will be immediately disqualified NOTE – Takedowns are not considered slamming, unless intent to injure is determined by the referee.

7. Neck Cranks and Twister: Neck cranks and Twister (wrestling guillotine) are only legal in the advanced division. Intermediate division may use the Twister setup to execute the banana split or calf slicer.

8. Takedowns and control: Any position must be held for a MINUMUM of 3 full seconds before points will be awarded. If you take your opponent down and Mount him you would receive 3 points for the take down AFTER 3 seconds AND then 3 more seconds for the 4 point mount. Therefore you must maintain the position for 3 seconds per set of points. Guard pass points are established when the opponent’s shoulders are flat on the ground and your legs are completely clear of their legs. If you go from standing to a guys back with BOTH his knees on the ground for 3 full seconds you receive 2 points for reversal.

9. Sweeps/Reversals: Reversal of position points are given when one opponent reverses from the bottom to the top position and maintained for a full three seconds. The reversal has to be used from your guard or in the immediate transition of someone passing your guard. For example if your passing my guard and I IMMEDIATELY put you on your back I receive reversal points. Note: Rolling someone over when you are mounted or in side control is an escape not a reversal.

10. No-Gi Attire:, boardshorts, fight shorts, singlets, or Gi pants are required. Rashguards, t-shirts, tank tops, Wrestling shoes, knee pads (non-medal braces), headgear, cups and mouth pieces are optional.

*Code of Conduct: We will be enforcing a zero tolerance rule on disrespecting, threatening with physical violence, or verbally abusing referees or staff at any time before, during or after the event. If any spectator, coach or competitor threatens or abuses the referee in any shape or form, they will be escorted out of the building. www.MySpace.com/WorldGrapplingGames

Eddie Talks about Sean Bollinger’s, the double bagger, and the 5-0 sweep