The age old debate about who would or could win in a boxing vs. kickboxing match is almost humorously depicted in this clip. It goes to show you that a boxer, conformed to their rules, are limited in effectiveness.
The less rules that are involved in a match, the more important it is for a martial artist to train in all the other variables. This match could be used as a metaphor for not just boxing vs. kickboxing, but for the overall training and development of a martial artist.
The Pit North will be hosting it’s first Nurf gun/ Parents night out event this Saturday, March 26th, starting at 5:00 P.M.
We will play games, eat pizza, and have a massive nurf gun war! All while the parents get a night off.
Cost: $20
When: Saturday, March 26th. @5:00 P.M.
Where: Pit North 3230 El Camino Real
Check out our video of our kids sparring on Friday night. The sparring class is an optional day for our kids to improve their martial art in a controlled, monitored setting. We like to keep them moving while having some fun.
We like to encourage all our kids to take advantage of sparring as it improves timing, technique, and overall skill.
Please note that we are arranging some class times around.
Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 Kickboxing class is canceled
and moved to Friday from 1-2 p.m.
Here are some variations for tying a belt. They are simple and easy to learn. A important skill while progressing through the martial arts…
WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE
Come learn practical and effective self defense.
You don’t need to be a black belt to learn and apply
these moves. They could just save your life.
-Sign up with a friend before February 1st and receive 2 for one registration.
When: February 19th. 12 p.m.-2p.m.
Where: Pit North.
What to bring: Workout clothes or whatever you feel comfortable in
How much: $20
Sunday, January 23rd. Some of our members competed in the Grappling X Competition.
The event featured kids, adults, gi, and nogi grappling. The divisions were divided between age, weight, and experience.
Our members did very well, winning 4 of the 6 divisions Pit North competed in. We are very proud our all competitors that went out to challenge their martial arts!
As our session is winding down, we would like you to notice our upcoming schedule. Please note the testing and ceremony dates. Good luck to our belters.
The schedule will also be in our quarterly newsletter.
-January 21st: Progress reports due -January 23rd: Grappling tournament in Fresno -January 31st-Feb 4th: Testing week. -February 4th: Belting ceremony, 6-7 P.M. -February 7th-12: No belting classes -February 11th: Session fees due. -February 19th: Women’s self defense course. 12-2P.M. -February 26th: Family crossfit day
Atascadero local, Trevor Porter, traveled to Hollister California this past weekend to participate in his first Mixed Martial Arts competition. Trevor has been training at The Pit North for about 2 years now, and was ready to put his skills to the test. Trevor fought local Hollister favorite Jacob Lomato. Trevor came out fast the first round, with a barrage of combination and some spinning back kicks to ahh the crowd. The second round saw more grappling as Trevor Porter pushed his opponent against the cage and looked for a takedown opportunity. Trevor finally got a single leg takedown, but his opponent immediately tried to choke him with a guillotine choke. Trevor escaped and the round ended with Trevor on top throwing punches. The third round both guys came out strong and fast! Trevor looked like a ninja as he threw in some clever spinning techniques. Despite Jacob being the crowd favorite, Trevor of Pit North won a unanimous and well earned decision. Congratulations to Trevor “The Ninja” Porter for a first fight win!
