Shaddock MMA Coach John Shaddock Earns Black Belt in Luta Livre! Shaddock MMA is proud to announce that Head Coach John Shaddock has been promoted to Black Belt in Luta Livre by Grand Master Hugo Duarte. This achievement represents years of dedication to the art of submission grappling and further
A New Era of Grappling is Coming to Shaddock MMA Something exciting is on the horizon at Shaddock MMA—and if you’re serious about evolving your ground game, you’ll want to pay attention. A brand-new discipline is making its way into the academy: Luta Livre. Known for its fast-paced, no-gi submission
MMA Terminology 101: A Beginner’s Guide Why MMA Has Its Own Language Walking into your first MMA class can feel like learning a new language. Between drills, techniques, and coaching cues, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed at first — especially for beginners and parents watching from the sidelines. Understanding common
Let’s Keep the Germs Off the Mats We truly appreciate the commitment our students and families show by coming to class consistently. That said, part of being a great teammate is knowing when it’s better to rest. Training while sick doesn’t just affect one person — it can quickly impact
The Advantages of Choosing a Local Jiu Jitsu Gym Over Larger Schools If you’ve been searching for “jiu jitsu near me” or “Eldersburg Jiu Jitsu”, you’ve probably noticed a few big-name martial arts schools with multiple locations. They might look polished — but that doesn’t always mean better. When it
The Advantages of Choosing a Local Jiu Jitsu Gym Over Larger Schools If you’ve been searching for “jiu jitsu near me” or “Eldersburg Jiu Jitsu”, you’ve probably noticed a few big-name martial arts schools with multiple locations. They might look polished — but that doesn’t always mean better. When it
