Sequim Summer Classes and Events at Solarte BJJ

Sequim Summer classes at Solarte BJJ are ongoing June through August. We also have a few special events and some days we’re closed. Sequim Summer Classes for Kids: A Lighter Schedule During the summer, we have a lighter schedule of kids classes. The Li’l Ones class (ages 4-8) is Wednesdays only for the summer. Starting Read more about Sequim Summer Classes and Events at Solarte BJJ[…]

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Solarte BJJ Competition Team Earns Medals!

Congratulations to the Solarte BJJ Competition Team!!! Four Solarte team members competed at the April 6th Revolution BJJ Tournament. The Rev is one of the biggest Brazilian Jiu-jitsu tournaments in our region, with competitors coming from as far away as Alaska and Montana. Our coaching staff decided that, since it was everyone’s first time competing Read more about Solarte BJJ Competition Team Earns Medals![…]

adult Brazilian Jiu-jitsu classes in Sequim

More Class Times for Adult Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

Solarte BJJ now offers more class times for adult Brazilian Jiu-jitsu students. If you’re completely new to the sport, don’t worry. All lessons welcome beginners since we tailor the instruction to suit students of all levels. You can choose among four morning classes and five evening classes to suit your schedule: Morning Adult Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Read more about More Class Times for Adult Brazilian Jiu-jitsu[…]

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A different kind of fitness training in Sequim

Since we’ve switched to mostly games-based training, students have been really excited about their progress AND the workout they’re getting. I hear it over and over again: “That was so fun! What a great workout!” (Often said as they mop off the sweat and chug down some water.) I almost feel like I’m tricking some Read more about A different kind of fitness training in Sequim[…]

BJJ Skills Development Training at Solarte

Every Saturday morning at 10:30am, we have BJJ Skills Development Training. [NOTE: We now have another session on Monday evenings at 6:30pm.] But what is BJJ Skills Development? It’s an opportunity to work on whatever you want at the pace you want! There’s always an instructor on hand to direct even the newest of newbies. Read more about BJJ Skills Development Training at Solarte[…]

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Nov 12 & 13 Rob Biernacki Back Control Seminar at Solarte BJJ

Rob Biernacki returns to teach a back control seminar at Solarte BJJ! I’m very excited to get the latest updates on this key skill set. I especially appreciate the fact that he’s always updating what’s considered “fundamental” instead of staying stuck on a set curriculum. Things do change after all. His seminars are always designed Read more about Nov 12 & 13 Rob Biernacki Back Control Seminar at Solarte BJJ[…]

Rob Biernacki Seminar at Solarte BJJ in Sequim

The Smartest Learners…How to learn more at a BJJ Seminar

Solarte BJJ just hosted another visit by Rob Biernacki and there was a great aside about how to learn more at a BJJ seminar. Check out this excerpt from Saturday’s session. To put it in context, Rob was about to add on another movement to a half guard series we’d started. But before he did, Read more about The Smartest Learners…How to learn more at a BJJ Seminar[…]

Rob Biernacki Sequim BJJ Seminar Oct 2019

October 25-26 Rob Biernacki Sequim BJJ Seminar

Rob Biernacki of Island Top Team will be back to teach a Sequim BJJ seminar! Both days will feature top notch instruction with a focus on the modern half guard. There’s far more to half guard than basic sweeps or clamping on to delay the pass. The concept-based style of teaching will help you remember Read more about October 25-26 Rob Biernacki Sequim BJJ Seminar[…]

Sequim BJJ Seminar with Rob Biernack Sept 14-15, 2018

September 14-15 Rob Biernacki-Island Top Team Sequim BJJ Seminar

Solarte BJJ is pleased to again host Rob Biernacki of Island Top Team to teach a Sequim BJJ Seminar on September 14-15. The focus will be guard passing. This is the toughest skill set to develop and a concept-based approach opens up a whole new way of looking at passing. Everyone is welcome to join us Read more about September 14-15 Rob Biernacki-Island Top Team Sequim BJJ Seminar[…]