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5 Rules for Cross-Training

Posted on December 13, 2021

The question is not necessarily whether cross-training in itself is good or bad, the question is moreso, how can I cross-train respectfully? There is nothing inherently wrong with cross-training. It Continue Reading »

Team Casarez Goes 4-0 at the Toro Cup

Posted on December 7, 2021

The Toro Cup is a Super Fight hosted by Cageside and Toro BJJ that invites competitors from blue to black belt to compete. The Super Fights are highly competitive and Continue Reading »

Advice to My White Belt Self

Posted on November 27, 2021

  It took me over 10 years to get my black belt in Jiu Jitsu. During that time, I learned a lot of lessons. In the hopes that it will Continue Reading »

Stop Trying to Fix Your Cardio & Do This Instead

Posted on November 17, 2021

The biggest misconception in the Jiu Jitsu community is that you need to improve your cardio in order to keep up with your opponent. The problem with this philosophy is: Continue Reading »

How to Create a Routine for Rest and Recovery in Jiu Jitsu

Posted on November 10, 2021

The truth is, most of us already know that we need to eat well after a training session, or that we need to make sure we are getting sufficient sleep Continue Reading »

FUJI Raleigh Tournament October 2021

Posted on November 1, 2021

The FUJI Raleigh Jiu Jitsu tournament was hosted on October 24, 2020, and we had 13 students that competed and represented Team Casarez. For many of the students, it was Continue Reading »

Jiu Jitsu Concepts: Gui Mendes Seminar

Posted on October 27, 2021

As Lucas Lepri affiliates, all of our students were invited to attend the seminar hosted by the Lepri Headquarters on October 16. The seminar featured Gui Mendes, a 4X World Continue Reading »

IBJJF Charlotte International Open 2021

Posted on October 26, 2021

Alliance Team takes 1st Place in Gi and No Gi As Lucas Lepri affiliates, Team Casarez students competed under the Alliance association for the IBJJF Charlotte competition on October 2. Continue Reading »

3 Takeaways from the Tap Cancer Out Tournament 2021

Posted on September 16, 2021

On September 11, we took 21 students to the Tap Cancer Out tournament. The event was full of exciting matches and team camaraderie. From the tournament, there are 3 clear Continue Reading »

Students Learn from 9X Adult World Champion Lucas Lepri at Annual Seminar

Posted on May 18, 2021

Lucas Lepri and his three students, Dante, Kleber, and Marcelo, visited Team Casarez on May 8, 2021 for the annual Lucas Lepri seminar. Each year, the school invites Lucas to Continue Reading »