Big thanks again to Ben Askren for the awesome seminar!  Here's some photos![gallery link="file"]   Read the rest of the entry...

Alright, everyone, word has come down that the following promotions are going down on JULY 31ST at Paragon Headquarters in Santa Barbara, CA.  Following the ceremony, we will all be going to UNION ALE at 214 STATE STREET for the official Paragon Promotion Party (more info to follow).  Remember, there may be some additional names and/or surprises at the ceremony itself, so don't forget to SHOW UP, MAN!  We all train hard for this moment, so be sure to show your support and see first-hand where one day you might walk!  Without further ado, the list: Yellow: Rayan Hill (Ventura) Howie Jay Max JR Cam Bronson Keshan Blue: David Acosta Cory Cervantes Austin Casey Danny De La Guerra Anthony Gonzales Adam Guzman Gabriel Guzman Gerson Hernandez John Marine Megan Moore Nick Ponvert Nick Simon Shawn Trujillo Arthur Valdez Seanna Widjaja Garet Wokal Joey Gould Raymond Norte (SLO) Anthony Meduena (SLO) Bruce Cole (Ventura) Brian Hill (Ventuta) Daniel Lopes(Ventura) Carlos Lopes(Ventura) Carlos Mercado(Ventura) Roberto Homem (Ventura) Mike Recino(Ventura) Mario (Ventura) Purple: Adam Abrams Ryan Barnhill Eric Deguin Rick Mancilla Jerome Basillo Dustin Stollberg Andrew Lee Shoop Avina (SLO) Echo Resko (SLO) Albert Gonzales (SLO) Joe Stanley (SLO) Vince Giordano (Ventura) Brian “Red Ninja” (Ventura)   Read the rest of the entry...

Guys, we are fortunate to have Div 1 wrestler and 2008 US Nationals champion Ben Askren in town!  On Monday the 19th, Ben will be doing a wrestling workshop at 7 pm.  Ben is an incredible wrestler who is also an accomplished grappler and mixed martial artist.  Check out his page here.  For you numbskulls, here's the deal. What: Wrestling workshop. Who: Ben Askren, 2 time Dan Hodge award winner. Where: Paragon Headquarters in Santa Barbara! When: Monday, July 19th at 7 pm. Price: $25 This is a great opportunity for us to work on our wrestling with one of wrestling's big names.  Remember, wrestling is a big part of the jiu jitsu game, both gi and no-gi.  Its a chance to get your questions about single-legs, double-legs, wizzer fighting, AND MUCH MORE, answered!   Read the rest of the entry...

Guys, there are a lot of tournaments coming up in late summer, and our advanced classes have been empty!  We need to get back together and start training hard!  Stop slackin' and get back in here.  I want to see all our higher belts together, even if you don't plan on competing, get in here and help our guys!  Some of you white belts who have been here longer (one year or more) should be training double in the evening too.  Come to the beginner and stay for the advanced.  If you've been waiting for an invitation, here it is.  SHOW UP MAN. In other news, South Bay is coming up, and we want to take a big team down there to smash.  That means whites, blues and purples!  Registration ends on the 21st, register here.  If you are interested in competing, talk to me or any of the instructors!   Read the rest of the entry...

Our first camp this summer was a huge success, thanks to the great effort of both the students and the staff!  The Black team won the team points award, but our final tournament was split with three first place finishes by the Red team and three first places by the Black team.  This year we were able to use the pool at Ortega Park, which was a great break from the mats.  To check out pics from the week, visit our facebook page here. There is still time to register for our second camp, August 9-13, but spaces are filling quick!  The application is online at our website.   Read the rest of the entry...

As many of you know, Worlds has begun.  Mundials is the biggest tournament of our sport, so if you have the time, get down to Long Beach to check it out.  If you need info, go here. As such, we will be closed this Sunday the 6th.   Read the rest of the entry...

Hey guys, Henry Akins is one of Rickson Gracie's first American black belts and a very detailed instructor.  He is scheduled to give a 3 hour seminar at the Hollywood Paragon Saturday June 12th from 12-3pm.  After the seminar we are having a bbq at Sean Flanery's house in the Hollywood Hills.  This will be a great chance for you guys to experience great fundamental instruction from an outstanding teacher.  Also, every black belt has a unique style which we all can benefit from.  The cost of the seminar is 75.00.  If you are interested, please pre-register with us so we have a head count. Best, Sean   Read the rest of the entry...

Alright, everyone, we will be closed this Sunday 30th for Memorial Day weekend.  Monday will have only one open mat session at noon.  For those who don't like sentences, see below: Saturday 29th: Normal hours. Sunday 30th: Closed.  Don't show up, man! Monday 31st: Open mat at noon.  No other classes.   Read the rest of the entry...

Hey guys, Bill Cooper and Franjinha both promoted SOK to purple belt last Friday at the Thousand Oaks location.  It was a long time coming for you buddy well done sticking with it over all these years.  For those who dont know SOK, he commutes hours for BJJ training and has been with us for many years showing great dedication.  We are all proud of you keep up the great work. Appy   Read the rest of the entry...

Hey guys, Please make the trip out to the Hollywood Paragon this sunday at 12noon.  We are having a 2 hour training session followed by a BBQ  at SPF's house. If you want to carpool show up at Paragon SB at 10am sharp! This will be a fun event and a great chance to meet the team in Hollywood.   Read the rest of the entry...