September 22, 2009 in News by Gumby

Gumby on Air!

On a Podcast that is, check him out:

ProMMA Podcast ADCC Preview Show

THE INFO brings you a special Abu Dhabi Combat Club 2009 preview show. It was a Ralph Gracie reunion of sorts as “Fast Eddie” Constantine was joined by On The Mat owner and Gracie black belt Alan “Gumby” Marques as well as AKA grappling coach and Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu guru, Dave Camarillo. These grappling experts broke down all of the weight classes (male and female) and broke down the Jacare versus Drysdale super fight. “Gumby” and Dave also spoke out on the state of grappling and where they see the sport in 10 years. Roger Gracie, Marcello Garcia and “Xande” Ribeiro were also hot topics during this grappler’s round table.

September 22, 2009 in News by Gumby

Modified Weekend Schedule: No class Saturday September 26

Please note we will have a modified schedule this weekend because of the OTM Nationals which are being held across the street at the San Jose Convention Center in conjunction with the US Open of Judo.

Friday, September 25 the school will be open but it will essentially be open mat all day.  Mike Strangis will be in the academy.

Saturday, September 26 the school will be closed.  Gumby is the tournament director for the OTM Nationals, and many Heroes have decided to compete in the tournament.  Come and watch the both Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo in action!

September 26 is also Gumby’s birthday!

September 3, 2009 in News by Gumby

Heroes open Labor Day

In case you were wondering, we are open this Labor Day, Monday, September 7th.  What else are you going to do other than come in and get your roll on?

September 2, 2009 in News by Gumby

T-shirts and patches available

Hanes Beefy cotton T-shirts now available with the Heroes Logo on front.

Large patches (perfect for the back of your gi) available with the Heroes Logo.

Get BOTH for the low, low price of just $20

August 25, 2009 in News by Gumby

Henry Akins Seminar September 12-13

Rickson Gracie black belt and very good friend of Gumby’s Henry Akins will be conducting a two day seminar at Heroes Martial Arts in San Jose on September 12-13.  More than simply showing a series of moves, Henry’s “advanced knowledge” of the very foundations of Ji Jitsu will give you a new perspective on the art.  Don’t pass up this opportunity to train with one of the most technical and thoughtful instructors around!

On September 12 from 12PM-3PM Henry will be working on the very core of classical Gi Jiu Jitsu, and his whole perspective on the art along with the attention to seemingly minute details and the invisible things and will simply blow your mind.  Nothing fancy here, but what will be shown here will drastically affect your perception of the art and will be of immediate benefit.  Time will be left for both Q & A and rolling.

September 13 from 12PM-3PM will be self defense and street Jiu Jitsu.  The sometimes under utilized self defense and street applications of Jiu Jitsu, often left out of the curriculum by instructors who simply don’t know it, Henry was passed the information and authorized to teach it by Rickson Gracie himself!  Uniform is more causal today, as the techniques shown will be for “real world” defenses.

Pre-registration price is just $60 per day, or $100 for both days.  At the door, the price will be $75 per day.

From Rickson.com:

Henry Akins is a Black Belt Instructor under the Rickson Gracie International Jiu-Jitsu Association.

Henry has trained under Rickson Gracie since the age of 20. He received his Black Belt in 2004 and has proven to be a strong member of the Association as well as the Rickson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Center. Henry Akins has been a model student, mentoring many new-comers to the sport over the years and now, as an Instructor, plans to continue spreading the art and traditions of Rickson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.

Gumby says:

“Outside of my own academy/team, the person with single biggest influence on my understanding of jiu jitsu has been Henry Akins.  His insights have guided me over the years and helped me tremendously.  He’s a fantastic teacher in his own right, knowledgeable, detailed and above all patient and generous.  I consider him a very close friend, and I’m extremely pleased to have the opportunity to bring him to Northern California so he can share with other what I found to be so valuable.

Heroes Martial Arts in downtown San Jose!  Dedicated to furthering your knowledge of the grappling martial arts including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and Wrestling!  Big, beautiful location at 460 South Market in downtown San Jose, call 408-288-8857 or visit us online at www.HeroesMartialArts.com

August 17, 2009 in News by Gumby

Fundamentals August 17-28

Fundamentals Schedule

Monday August 17 11:00 AM Introduction to the Guard
Tuesday August 18 6:00 PM Guillotine Choke and Defenses
Wednesday August 19 11:00 AM The Elbow Escape
Thursday August 20 6:00 PM Maintaining a Mount
Friday August 21 11:00 AM Side Control

Monday August 24 11:00 AM Introduction to the Back
Tuesday August 25 6:00 PM Counters to Standing Pass
Wednesday August 26 11:00 AM Posture Inside the Guard
Thursday August 27 6:00 PM Straight Ankle Lock
Friday August 28 11:00 AM Arm Bar from the Mount

August 11, 2009 in News by Gumby

Latest Promotions

White Belt 1st Stripe

Vincent Earle
Dan Murphy
Ed Solis
Rich Phillips
Robert Herrera

White Belt 2nd Stripe

David Balicki
Stefan Mendoza
Paul Telles
Gary Valencia
Ron

White Belt 3rd Stripe

Adrian Fuentes
Jeremy Portilla

White Belt 4th Stripe

Phil Canet
Bobby Vasquez

August 3, 2009 in News by Gumby

Gordo Seminar on August 15: “Beyond the Half Guard”

World famous instructor (and good friend) Roberto “Gordo” Correa will be having a seminar on August 15th hosted by Heroes Martial Arts! From 12:00 PM 3:00 PM don’t miss your chance to work with one of the top Jiu Jitsu instructors in the world. Gordo is known as the “father of the Half Guard”, and from his main academy in Rio has produced many champions and is also the head MMA coach for Gracie Fusion.

For those of you fortunate to attend Gordo’s last Bay Area seminar, know he will be showing different material!

The cost is just $50 ($60 at the door) and spots will fill up quickly for this as they always do for Gordo seminars so reserve your place now! Contact Gumby at HeroesMartialArts.com or call 408-288-8857