Cyborg Throws Star-Studded Charity Seminar
Cyborg Throws Star-Studded Charity Seminar
The vibe was one of a celebration- both of Cyborg's accomplishments and new facility, and that of the spirit of jiu-jitsu: training for health, community, and enrichment of all. Friends from different teams were welcomed with open arms, and the day was sp
Even during the worst of times, a day on the mats spent with friends can make life that much more bearable.
Which is why Cyborg decided to commemorate the opening of his new gym with a charity seminar- all proceeds going to help jiu-jitsu academies in Puerto Rico and the Florida Keys affected by recent hurricanes get back on their feet. (You can also contribute here).
Unsurprisingly, Renzo stole the show with great story-telling and brutal technique demos. Photo: Chase Smith
Those fortunate to be in attendance got to witness instruction from jiu-jitsu icons like Renzo Gracie, Tom Deblass, Professor Toco (Cyborg's original instructor), Mahamed Aly, and more. The vibe was one of a celebration- both of Cyborg's accomplishments and new facility, and that of the spirit of jiu-jitsu: training for health, community, and enrichment of all.
Tom DeBlass taught some no-so IBJJF legal leg locks. Photo Chase Smith
Marcel Goncalves- Cyborg's first ever student (!), in the middle of a nasty rolling loop choke. Photo: Chase Smith
Renzo Gracie in action. Photo: Chase Smith
Watch Excerpts From Guest Speakers
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Which is why Cyborg decided to commemorate the opening of his new gym with a charity seminar- all proceeds going to help jiu-jitsu academies in Puerto Rico and the Florida Keys affected by recent hurricanes get back on their feet. (You can also contribute here).
Unsurprisingly, Renzo stole the show with great story-telling and brutal technique demos. Photo: Chase Smith
Those fortunate to be in attendance got to witness instruction from jiu-jitsu icons like Renzo Gracie, Tom Deblass, Professor Toco (Cyborg's original instructor), Mahamed Aly, and more. The vibe was one of a celebration- both of Cyborg's accomplishments and new facility, and that of the spirit of jiu-jitsu: training for health, community, and enrichment of all.
Tom DeBlass taught some no-so IBJJF legal leg locks. Photo Chase Smith
Marcel Goncalves- Cyborg's first ever student (!), in the middle of a nasty rolling loop choke. Photo: Chase Smith
Renzo Gracie in action. Photo: Chase Smith
Watch Excerpts From Guest Speakers
Renzo Gracie: Ezekiel Variation
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Tom DeBlass: Leglock Sequence
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Mahamed Aly: Lapel Assisted Armbar
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BONUS: Marcel & Cyborg Talk Early Days Of Fightsports
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