Monthly Archives: October 2015

BJJ Fighter Possibly Dies From A Rear Naked Choke

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Brian VanCise

As reported on BJJ Penn Blog: http://www.bjpenn.com/rip-bjj-fighter-dies-after-rear-naked-choke/ Tragic incident if true.  My advice to anyone grappling is when a choke is locked on and you will eventually be choked out please tap in advance! See You On The Mats! Brian R. … Continue reading →

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East Timor Bans Pencak Silat.

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Brian VanCise

East Timor has banned Pencak Silat training.  Read all about it here or on one of many other sites reporting it: http://thediplomat.com/2013/09/pencak-silat-violence-prompts-east-timor-to-ban-local-form-of-martial-arts/ See You On The Mats! Brian R. VanCise Note: This blog is opinion only and neither Instinctive Response Training … Continue reading →

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Silat Training In Bali, Indonesia

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Brian VanCise

Training opportunities abound in this world.  Watch the following clip of Guru Waranata Gusman teaching in Bali, Indonesia.  Enjoy!!! See You On The Mats! Brian R. VanCise Note: This blog is opinion only and neither Instinctive Response Training LLC or Brian … Continue reading →

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Just Back From Michigan……

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Brian VanCise

Okay, so I just got back from the great state of Michigan and I must say it was a fun filled, action packed weekend of teaching and training. Masters and Champions Intensive was a great group with a lot of … Continue reading →

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Kali: Was It The First Name Used For FMA?

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Brian VanCise

This get’s bandied about all the time. Kali, Arnis, Escrima, etc. What should the Filipino Martial Arts be called? Personally, I am fine with all of them. To many islands, to many dialects, to many different names through time. Call … Continue reading →

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IRT Melbourne, Australia Intensive Is Up On Our Video On Demand Page!

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Brian VanCise

    The video footage from our IRT Melbourne, Australia Intensive is up on the Video On Demand page.  Enjoy the trailer and purchase the videos! Video On Demand See You On The Mats! Brian R. VanCise Note: This blog is … Continue reading →

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