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JaxBJJ Team UFC Party
Tuesday, September 28, 2010

JaxBJJ-MMA-Muay Thai-Kid-Jitsu is having a UFC Party on October 23 at Angies Subs in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.  Come join “Team JaxBJJ” and watch some of the best MMA fighters in the world on the big screen.  Enjoy food and beverages, play MMA trivia, and enjoy your team mates and training partners for a very fun evening.

All JaxBJJ, MMA, Muay Thai, and Kid-Jitsu Parent Members are invited.  As this is a “Team JaxBJJ” event, Angies will be closed to the general public.

There will be a small door cover, and food and drinks will be available from Jacksonville’s best Sub Shop….....Angies.  I’m quite certain that the superstar owner himself , Ed Malin, will be on hand offering the best sweet tea in the world, and offering “free advice”.  His manager, and JaxBJJ Blue Belt,  Joe Joe Clark should be on hand as well.

Guys, JaxBJJ is a tight knit group.  Like a very big, awesome, dysfunctional family!!  Make it a point to mark your calandar for October 23 and invite a minimum of 3 friends to the UFC event.  We will get started around 7pm and we’ll stick with it until the Lesnar vs. Velasquez fight is over.

For your friends to get in they must do one very important thing:  They MUST have a completed VIP card, that you have given them.  They will present this VIP card at the door for entry.  NO VIP CARD, NO ENTRY!  With that said, it is the JaxBJJ Member’s responsibility to have this handled prior to the event on the 23rd.

If you have any questions, or need VIP Entry Cards, please see Professor Larry or Kru Brain.


HUGE NEWS FOR KID-JITSU!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Kid-Jitsu Founder, Professor Larry Shealy announced today that he is in development of THREE very exciting virtual study programs.  One is a virtual study program for his current licensees, another is a HOME STUDY Certification Program for new licensees, and the third is a Master Mind Group.

CURRENT LICENSEE VIRTUAL STUDY PROGRAM

Some of the benefits of the new system for current licensees will be as follows:

* The new delivery system we are developing will allow current members access to trouble shooting of techniques we have worked on over the past few years, as well as the ability to add newer techniques that build on your current curriculum.
* We will have the capacity to deliver specific information that is delivered via video format with school owners, ie: video of some of my classes, specific details on various techniques, skills and drills for children and adults.
* We will provide coaching on the mats, as well as implementing the business end of the equation
* We will provide weekly lesson plans that can accessed by each Licensee.
* We will provide testing criteria per belt: White Belt testing for White-Yellow will test on the following drills, techniques and applications: techniques 1-10, etc..

NEW PROGRAM FOR HOME STUDY:

* The home study program will be rolled out very similar to our Standard Certification Program that we have conducted for the past 3.5 years.
* This virtual study program will be video based, along with self study and essay testing, and video demonstration back to our database will allow for additional Instruction, Technique and Critique.
* Homework will be given on a weekly basis. (details will be forth coming)
* Your Certification will be self paced, and upon completion you will have access to the Licensee’s Virtual Study Program

PREMIUM MEMBERS

In addition to the above benefits, Premium Members will also have access to the following Webinars

* Professor Shealy will provide ongoing “mentoring” for Premium Members via a “Go to Meeting”  Webinar Format.  This will allow members to have one-on-one ‘real time’ with Professor Shealy on topics important to their school.  This will be 1 hour per week.
* Premium Members will also form a MasterMind Group, led by Professor Shealy.  This group will “meet” on a Webinar once per month for 2 hours.  Our MasterMind Group will be strictly business and finance driven, and will work similar to Graduate School with Group work, and Case Studies.

We are anticipating a September start date.  If you have questions about any of our new programs, start dates, licensing details or pricing, please email Professor Shealy at jaxbjj@yahoo.com


Professor Larry Shealy elected to the Board of USAJJ
Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Professor Larry Shealy was recently voted to the Board of Directors of USAJJ, a non profit organization out of Washington DC.  The primary focus of USAJJ is growing the art of Jiu-Jitsu across the United States, and the World, pushing to have Jiu-Jitsu accepted into the Olympic Games in Rio de Janiero in 2016.  Professor Larry is extremely humbled as he joins some very heavy hitters in the industry to assist in achieving the above listed group goals:  Master Rigan Machado, Johnny Ramirez, Robert Drysdale, Papa John Gorman, Matt Larson…...and many, many more.

USAJJ is not run by a school preference, or a team, it is a not for profit, governing body that will work with all teams trying to make BJJ a bigger and better sport than it currently is.  Check the website http://www.usajj.com and get involved!


What does UFC Fighter Alan Belcher say about Kid-Jitsu?
Thursday, June 24, 2010

Kid-Jitsu Founder Larry Shealy and Chip Coffey traveled to Biloxi, MS early this week to work a few days with Alan Belcher and his staff on rolling out the Kid-Jitsu Program in his school: Remix MMA in Biloxi, MS.  Check out what Alan had to say about the program:

“The Kid-Jitsu program is what we needed to take our school to the next level.  The kids love it and the parents love the structure and safety.

This program will grow your school and will retain the students you already have.  I feel confident that my staff is trained to run the Kid-Jitsu Program like a machine.”

Alan Belcher
Remix MMA
Biloxi, MS


Regional Training Site opens outside of Atlanta
Friday, June 18, 2010

Kid-Jitsu’s new regional licensing and certification center opened in Cartersville, GA (outside of Atlanta) this week.  It is a 4000 square foot, state of the art training center with BJJ, Kid-Jitsu, Kickboxing and more.  As Atlanta is an easy place to get direct flights in to, we will also be using this location for Training our new Affiliates/Licensees.  We will also use this site for many of our members on-going training. (in addition to seminars at the individual schools)  Stay tuned for more information on our newest corporate location.


UFC Fighter Alan Belcher and Kid-Jitsu
Wednesday, May 26, 2010

UFC fighter Alan Belcher is bringing the Kid-Jitsu program to his school in Mississippi.  If you haven’t noticed…...he’s a “bad man!”  During his last fight with Patrick Cote, his endorsement of Kid-Jitsu was on his banner.  Another nice step for Kid-Jitsu and the coordinated, structured approach to teaching kids.  Welcome to the team Alan!!


Congrats to Chip Coffey
Friday, May 21, 2010

Chip Coffey has assumed the position of Vice President & Technical Advisor in the Kid-Jitsu Program.  In his new capacity Chip will be responsible for maintaining positive licensee relations, continuous updating of Kid-Jitsu & Adult BJJ Program Curriculum, and representing/marketing Kid-Jitsu at local and national BJJ tournaments.

Chip has trained BJJ for approximately 10 years.  He trained at JaxBJJ from 2004 until 2007, and instructed at JaxBJJ full time for a year and then part time ever since. In addition to opening his own Academy in Cartersville, GA, (http://www.coffeybjj.com), he trains full time under Master Roberto “Spider” Traven.  Chip will be competing in the World Championships in June, as a 2-stripe Brown Belt.

Please join me in welcoming Chip to the Kid-Jitsu Team, and also wish him well in the World Championships!


Kid-Jitsu Update
Friday, May 21, 2010

Kid-Jitsu Licensing….a great bunch!!

After a flat Q1, Kid-Jitsu is rebounding in spite of the economy with 2 new schools and 7 new Instructors this week.  Today’s Licensing Certification was exceptional….great job guys.  Congrats to:  Chris, Steven, Billy Joe, Justin, Homero, DeShawn, and Tom.  Thanks also to some of the alumni who assited Chip and I with the Instruction: Craig, George, and the Thunder Brothers!! 


BJJ Legend Endorses Kid-Jitsu!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010

“I believe that Kid-Jitsu is an excellent way to share BJJ with children around the world!”.

Roberto “Spider” Traven,
6th Degree BJJ Black Belt
Abu Dhabi Open Champion
2x Mundial Champion
UFC Veteran
http://www.robertotravenbjj.com

Master Roberto Traven is pictured on our home page with Kid-Jitsu Instructor Chip Coffey


Welcome Chip Coffey to Kid-Jitsu
Thursday, April 15, 2010

With the growth of Kid-Jitsu and Team Wolfpack across the country, we have hired another Instructor to assist in the phenomenal growth we have experienced.  Roberto Traven Brown Belt two stripes, Chip Coffey has joined Professors Larry Shealy and Charles dos Anjos as a Kid-Jitsu/Team Wolfpack Instructor.  Chip is a world class grappler and has been training BJJ for close to ten years.  He is the submission wrestling Instructor at JaxBJJ and also is an Instructor under Master Roberto Traven.  Please welcome Chip and check out his personal website at http://www.coffeybjj.com.


Follow Kid-Jitsu on Social Media at…...
Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Keep up with Kid-Jitsu and Team Wolfpack at http://www.whywebpr.com/kidjitsu


Old School BJJ
Wednesday, December 09, 2009

A note about Kid-Jitsu and Team Wolfpack….We are old school BJJ.  We train hard, we train smart, we insist on Fundamental perfection. We are not flashy.  We do not pass out belts like candy.  Our program is in high demand, but we WILL NOT relax our standards.  We will not affiliate with anyone who wants to push us to “promote, promote, promote”.  We would rather lose some business before we relax our standards.  We say train hard, train smart…....and the belts will take care of themselves.  THE MAT DOES NOT LIE.  Professors Dos Anjos and Shealy.


Kid-Jitsu Forum
Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Instructors: our Forum is currently being reconstructed. I will let you know when it’s up again.  Thanks.


Thought for the week:  Honesty and Integrity
Sunday, November 08, 2009

As Martial Arts Instructors, we are constantly talking about honesty, integrity and a myriad of other values with our students; children and adults.  Let’s make sure we demonstrate these values in every action that we take, each and every day..


Special Instructor Certification at NAPMA meeting
Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Professors Charles dos Anjos and Larry Shealy will be conducting a special certification for NAPMA members at the upcoming meeting in San Antonio, TX in October.  Call Larry Shealy at 904-612-6076 for more details and SAVE big bucks!!!


Kid-Jitsu Certification at YOUR SCHOOL!
Sunday, September 28, 2008

Due to the tremendous demand for the Kid-Jitsu Program, we have added another Kid-Jitsu Instructor Certification option where we travel to your school to Certify you, and your Instructors, in the Kid-Jitsu Program.  E-mail Professor Shealy at larry@graciejax.com for additional information on our 12-Hour Certification Seminar at your school.


BJJ Concepts to be featured in Gracie Magazine
Wednesday, August 13, 2008

BJJ Concepts, the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Consulting Company created by Professor Shealy will be featured in the upcoming Gracie Magazine.  There is currently a small article on Graciemag.com discussing BJJ Concepts.


BJJ Concepts—Grow your BJJ schools!!
Monday, August 04, 2008

Now you can grow the gross income and profitability of your school with BJJ Concepts.

BJJ Concepts is the innovation of Professor Larry Shealy, the creator of Kid-Jitsu and successful BJJ school owner.  Professor Shealy has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing from Florida State University and a Masters Degree in Business (MBA) from Jacksonville University.  He is also a Black Belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Professor Shealy has combined his education and business experience to assist others in achieving their goals as successful Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school owners.

BJJ Concepts is a consulting company that will assist Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu School owners in defining their market, grow their student base, and retain their current students…...all while maintaining the integrity of the technical aspects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.  BJJ schools CAN indeed be as large and as profitable as the traditional Martial Arts Schools with the correct mission, management and business plan. If you would like to set an appointment with Professor Shealy, please email him with your contact information at Larry@graciejax.com.  Good Training!!


August 8-10 Seminar News
Saturday, July 12, 2008

The August 8-10 Certification Seminar has almost reached capacity.  If you wish to attend either of these seminars, please forward your deposit ASAP.  We only accept 20 Instructors per seminar at our HeadQuarters in Jacksonville, FL…...... so act now.  Call Professor Larry Shealy at 904-612-6076 to reserve your spot on the mat.  Good Training!!!


Kid-Jitsu at MA Supershow
Sunday, July 06, 2008

Please stop by the Kid-Jitsu booth at the MA Supershow and discuss our Kid-Jitsu BJJ program for children and our Wolfpack BJJ program for Adults.  We currently have approximately 150 licensed schools in the United States and Europe!  Don’t miss out.


August 8-10 Kid-Jitsu/Wolfpack Certification selling out!!!
Thursday, June 26, 2008

There are only a few spaces left for the August 8-10 Kid-Jitsu Certification.  If you have a desire to participate in this boot camp, please contact Professor Shealy at lshealy@graciejax.com.  A deposit is required to reserve one of these spots.


Kid-Jitsu/Wolfpack…..largest seminar in their brief history!!!
Thursday, April 24, 2008

Professors Charles dos Anjos and Larry Shealy held the largest seminar in their history with over 400 participants on April 23, 2008 in Mobile, Alabama.  The 5 hour seminar was held at the Mobile Convention Center and was conducted for students and Instructors within the International Taekwondo Alliance at their spring festival.  Grandmaster Bert Kollars said: “The I.T.A. is very pleased with our relationship with Professors Charles and Larry.  Their technical and user friendly curriculum and approach to BJJ makes learning BJJ fun, and safe.”


LAST CALL for APRIL 18-20
Saturday, April 05, 2008

This is LAST CALL for signups for the April 18-20th Kid-Jitsu/Wolfpack Certification Seminar.  Please call 904-612-6076 to pay your deposit to reserve your place on the mat.  Thank you. Professor Larry Shealy


Kid-Jitsu in the news
Friday, March 14, 2008

To see the latest Kid-Jitsu news, please click on the following link:

http://www.graciemag.com/news/173/ARTICLE/9865/2008-03-14.html


Kid-Jitsu in Gracie Mag Cover Story
Saturday, March 08, 2008

The Kid-Jitsu Program was once again highlighted in Gracie Magazine.  In the March Cover Story,  “What Jiu-Jitsu can do for your kids.”,  Professor Shealy was quoted many times on the benefits of Jiu-Jitsu for kids (Kid-Jitsu), as well as the Kid-Jitsu Values Program.  Kid-Jitsu has proven to be an idea that is long overdue, and is being embraced in martial arts circles around the world.


T-shirts and Patches
Tuesday, March 04, 2008

T-Shirts and Patches for Kid-Jitsu and Wolfpack can be bought at http://www.shirts101.com.  Go to the online store and click on the Kid-Jitsu logo.


April 18-20 Kid-Jitsu/Wolfpack Certification
Monday, March 03, 2008

The next Kid-Jitsu/Wolfpack Instructor Certification is scheduled for April 18-20.  The certification will be held in Neptune Beach, FL.  If you have not already reserved your spot on the mat, you should do so ASAP, as space is limited.  Please email me at jaxbjj@yahoo.com to reserve a spot.  Good Training, LS


Kid-Jitsu Founder Awarded Black Belt
Saturday, February 09, 2008

Kid-Jitsu Founder/Instructor Larry Shealy was awarded his Black Belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu from Professor Flavio Almeida (Gracie Barra America/www.graciebarra.com)  Flavio is a
2nd degree black belt and he made the promotion on behalf of Master Carlos Gracie, Jr.  The promotion was awarded during a seminar at Jacksonville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on Feb. 9, 2008.  Professor Shealy began training in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in 1995, and has trained under two of the biggest names in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu: Master Carlos Gracie, Jr. and Master Royce Gracie.


Kid-Jitsu hits Gracie Magazine, November edition
Saturday, November 03, 2007

JaxBJJ’s trademark registered Kid-Jitsu made it’s way into one of the most popular Martial Arts Magazines in the World:  Gracie Magazine.  The November edition of the magazine, which is written in Portuguese and English, included a very favorable overview of the Kid-Jitsu Program that is being accepted and licensed into traditional martial arts schools all over the world. “Charles and I believe that to grow the sport, we must address the children” said founder Larry Shealy. 


Kid-Jitsu Testimonial: Actor, Multiple School Owner
Monday, October 29, 2007

I just want to provide this feedback on the KID-JITSU® Program that I attended last weekend.  All I can say is WOW!  This Certification Program was one of the BEST, and I mean BEST, that I have ever taken.  I was thoroughly impressed that Safety was the #1 Priority in this class and how the Instructors require us to instruct our students with Safety as our #1 Goal. I have NEVER taken any Ground or BJJ Instruction before, and what Larry and Charles showed me was GREAT!!!  I could not give a higher recommendation for this INCREDIBLE program.  My schools will benefit greatly from what I gained in this program.

Jason D. Frank
Multiple School Owner, Actor
http://www.risingsunkarate.com
http://www.nosubmit.com


Volume II Kid-Jitsu Books/DVD’s to be released to Licensee’s
Monday, October 29, 2007

Volume II of the Kid-Jitsu Curriculum will be released January 7, 2008.  If you are a Licensed Kid-Jitsu Training Facility make sure you pre-order your books and DVD’s.


New BJJ Program for Adults
Monday, October 29, 2007

The growth in and the enthusiasm for the Kid-Jitsu Licensing and Instructor Certification Program has created yet another opportunity within the traditional martial arts world.  Ask about our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program for Adults that is tailored to coincide with Kid-Jitsu and fit within existing traditional martial arts schools and curriculums.  Call 904-242-9343 for details.


Larry Shealy on graciemag.com
Monday, October 29, 2007

Larry Shealy, the founder of Kid- Jitsu, is featured on GRACIEMAG.COM. Kid-Jitsu has been making its presence known as the best youth Gracie Jiu-Jitsu teaching method all over the U.S. The IKJA is growing rapidly, and people are starting to take notice. Click Here to read the article!





  • Larry Shealy has developed a phenomenal program of Jui Jitsu geared for children. My son enrolled in the program about three years ago at the suggestion of his uncle, Marc Funari. It has truly been an awesome experience for my son, so much so that I now have taken the instructor course and attend classes… read more
    • Stephen Alexander, D.C.

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