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...

Guys, I just want everybody remind, everybody remember that the 2010 California State Grappling Championships will be held at DOS PUEBLOS HIGH this May 9TH!  It has been brought to my attention that this tournament will be a DOUBLE ELIMINATION, which means you will be guaranteed two matches.  A lot of you have been training no-gi and this is a great chance to try YOUR FIRST TOURNAMENT.  No excuses, or you will all answer to John Sandoval. But seriously, this is a great opportunity to gain some tournament experience.  Double elimination means two matches, Dos Pueblos means you don't have to drive all the way to LA, and the price is right.  Check your weight, check the blog, get your card and COMPETE!  Even if you don't compete, be sure to mark the date and SHOW UP, MAN.  We'll need plenty of helping hands.  Some of you guys have been asking me about tournaments: Here's your chance.  I'm serious.  John will call you out, probably in front of Franjinha.   Read the rest of the entry...

Hey Guys, The Brazil trip is in the works!  The dates will be around July 17th-31st, with the tournament being the 22nd-25th.  This will be a great opportunity to travel, compete, and see the birth-place of our great sport!  The cost depends on the amount of people we get, but it should be around 1,500 or 2,000 dollars for airfare, cars, apartments and everything.  For info on the tournament, go here.  We need to get a list going, so make sure to tell Franjinha, Sean or myself if you are interested and we'll put your name down!   Read the rest of the entry...

Ok, everyone.  Here are the details for the California State Grappling Championships.  If you have any questions, contact me or Coach (antcalsb@yahoo.com). Date: May 9th, 2010 Location: DP High School, 7266 Alameda Ave., Goleta, CA 93117 Pre-registration at trackwrestling.com, fee is $10. All competitors must have USA card (themat.com) and proof of age. Schedule:  Weigh-ins at 9 AM, Rules Clinic 10 AM, Competition 11 AM Weight classes and divisions: Cadets (16-17) Men: 39-42,46, 50, 54, 58, 63, 69, 76, 85, 85-100kg Women: 36-38, 40, 43, 46, 49, 52, 56, 60, 65, 65-70kg Juniors (18-19 years old) Men: 50, 55, 60, 66, 74, 84, 96, 120kg Women: 44, 48, 51, 55, 59, 63, 67, 72kg Seniors (20 and older) Men: 60, 66, 74, 84, 96, 120kg Women: 50, 55, 59, 63, 67kg Match: Time: 5 minutes Points: Side Mount (2 points) Full Mount (3 points) Back Mount (4 points) Takedown (1 point) Escape (1 point) Sweep (1 point) Jumping into guard (1 point for defensive grappler)   Read the rest of the entry...

As many of you now know, Tyrone Glover injured his hand and will no longer be here for the seminar.  We wish him a speedy recovery and hopefully he'll be back here to teach and train soon!   Read the rest of the entry...

Thank you, everyone, for showing up to support Jacob Sandoval and Team Paragon at the BBQ on Sunday!  It was a great success, and we raised enough money to cover his flight and then some!  The food was great, big thanks to Jim Torgeson of Torgy's BBQ for the awesome meal!  This is a huge opportunity for Jacob and for our school as a whole, and it was cool to see the Paragon family mobilize for one of its own!  If anyone has photos of the event, feel free to post them.  Now let's train hard for the Pan Ams!   Read the rest of the entry...

Alright everyone, as you may or may not know, our very own Jacob Sandoval qualified for the Abu Dhabi Pro Cup by smashing his weight at the West Coast trials!  As you also may or may not know, Dubai is in the United Arab Emirates, on the Arabian Peninsula, over 8,000 miles away.  This is a huge opportunity for both Jacob and the Paragon family.  So come one, come all to the First Annual Help Send Jacob to Dubai BBQ and Training Sesh!  Don't forget your donation of $20! What:  A good, old fashioned training session followed by a good, old fashion BBQ.  Meat, Music, Gis, Friends and Family! When:  Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 2 pm Where:  Paragon Santa Barbara (That's 617 N Salsipuedes, numbnuts.) Tickets can be purchased at the front desk or at the door!   Read the rest of the entry...

Alright, everyone, I'm excited to announce a couple additions to our schedule.  The following classes are in effect as of now! New kickboxing class:  Sundays at 5 pm.  Description:  This class will be taught by Aaron's son, Aaron.  It will focus on fundamentals, with an emphasis on kicks.  For more info, talk to either Aaron! New Jiu Jitsu open mat: Sundays at 6 pm.  Description:  An open mat for higher belts who want a roll on the day of rest.  An opportunity for our new belts to drill and ask questions about the previous week's lessons from Joe Castillo and yours truly (Q&A w/Greg and Joe).  For more info, show up man!   Read the rest of the entry...

Check out our flyer for this upcoming event on April 12, 2010 from 6-9pm!   Read the rest of the entry...

Once again, ask, children, and you shall receive.  Paragon yoga classes are starting Saturday, March 6th at 11 am!  This isn't going to be soft-serve yoga, guys.  Jen Green, an Ashtanga and power yoga instructor, visited the academy to watch us roll, and she created a lesson plan tailored to jiu jitsu!  I tried out her class and it's awesome.  Make it on opening day to check out our yoga program and welcome our new instructor!   Read the rest of the entry...