Guys, Don't panic if you see yourself listed under the school name Alliance.  We are part of the same team, so just make sure your weight class is correct.  Over and out.   Read the rest of the entry...

Hey guys, Coach is hosting the first annual California State Grappling Championships this year.  It's going to be an awesome tournament right here in our own backyard, with official state medals on May 9th.  The schedule is TBA, but here's what we know so far: What:  2010 CA State Grappling Championships Where: DP High School When: May 9th, 2010 Cost: $10, plus a one time registration fee of $40, which allows you to compete at any of the USA Grappling tournaments for the 2010 season. The rules are a little different, so I'll be reviewing them and posting the main differences later this week. I'll be getting more info soon, so stay tuned!   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...

Prepay for your sweatshirt today as supply is very limited! The cost is 40.00 and Greg Bangs will take your information down.   Read the rest of the entry...

2009 American National No Gi - Glenn Gorss HL This was my first No Gi tournament, and I just was a little rusty from a year layoff, but it went well. Two Gold medals. Not to exciting to watch, but I will improve. Thanks to all my Paragon Family.   Read the rest of the entry...

Hey guys, This past weekend was the American National Championships at Cal State Dominguez Hills in Los Angeles.  Great Job to all the first time competitors you guys are well on your way  towards being champions in the future.  Big congrats to John Sandoval who was the stand out of the weekend winning all 3 of his matches without a point being scored on him!  Ricardo Franjinha Miller and Tyrone Glover both took the gold medals in the black belt divisions winning by either submission or dominating by points.  Dave Khol took first in the super heavy weight purple belt division controlling both of his matches easily.  Great Job guys!   Read the rest of the entry...

Come check out the National Jiu Jitsu tournament at Cal State Dominguez Hills next weekend and support the team.  For tournament details check out ibjjf.org .  For all you guys thinking about competing, its a great idea to first watch a tournament so you know what to expect.  They're a blast and we always have a big group of guys to bring down so carpooling is easy.   Read the rest of the entry...

Jerome Basilio OTM Championship Finals 2009Finals/Fourth Round 2009 Mens Blue Belt 135-147lbs Hope you guys enjoy the video.   Read the rest of the entry...

I'm sure most of you have heard but every Mon and Wed the competition team is training outdoors from 7-8ish.  Bring workout clothes and running shoes if you have interest in the training.  Its a beast of a workout but this training will really help out with the upcoming tournaments.  The season is nearing end so train hard for these last couple of events!]   Read the rest of the entry...