Pacific Martial Arts

**Coach Highlight- Nikko Reyes**
Nikko Reyes is a phenomenal wrestling and Brazilian jiujitsu athlete and coach to our kids and adults. Nikko was a very successful high school and college wrestler with many accomplishments. His transition from the wrestling world to BJJ has been very seamless and impressive. In 2023 he won 1st in Nogi Worlds. He currently teaches the Nogi Fundamentals class at PMA. We are proud to have him as part of our PMA family.

-What got you into BJJ?
Matt Smith got me into BJJ kind of involuntary, but I’m so glad he did. I was coaching wrestling at PMA and we had an in house tournament that he signed me up for. I could never thank him enough.

-How many years have you been training?
5 years of training in BJJ, but trained 20 years in wrestling prior.

-What do you like most about coaching?
I like coaching because I’m able to give back to the students. It’s really cool to see the techniques shown be used in live goes/competition.

-What is your favorite bjj move?
My favorite BJJ move is an arm bar.

-What is the one thing about your bjj journey that stands out or is the most memorable?
Winning nogi worlds.

-If you could give advice to your younger self what would it be?
Advice to my younger self would be to have fun. It’s just a game.

-How do you become sufficient at a new move?
At first try to figure out the similarities of the new move you’re learning to other techniques you have mastered. Second you have to drill it. Drillers are killers.

-What advice would you give to new students?
Advice to new students is to just keep coming. I always say “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” It takes a long time to be proficient in anything. Don’t be discouraged.

-What advice would you give to students who have been doing bjj but are feeling stuck?
My advice would be to maybe try another martial art that we offer to supplement your BJJ training.

** Wrestling Clinic Alert!**
Olympic silver medalist Stephen Abas will be doing a wrestling clinic at Pacific Martial Arts Tuesday September 17th!! Come check it out. $75 for 4 hours of action packed wrestling. Please call us for more details at 559-436-4641.

**Coach Highlight- Krystal Alexander**
Krystal is not only a great jiujitsu practitioner and the Women’s Jiujitsu Coach, but also an all around amazing athlete and serves our country in the military. We are fortunate to have her as part of our PMA family.

-What got you into bjj?
Right before my deployment I was listening to the Jocko Podcast and he spoke very highly of Jiu Jitsu. I had to wait until I returned, but it was worth the wait!

-How many years have you been training?
6 years

-What do you like most about coaching?
Continually learning how to say the right things to convey what my brain and body knows and seeing the light bulb moment of someone grasping the move and applying it.

-What is your favorite bjj move?
Guillotine

-What is the one thing about your bjj journey that stands out or is the most memorable?
Teaching women’s class is one of my favorite things and also getting to share the journey with Meredith.

-If you could give advice to your younger self what would it be?
Stay patient and consistent and all of the hard work will pay off.

-How do you become sufficient at a new move?
Keep practicing it as much as possible.

-What advice would you give to new students?
Don’t worry if you feel overwhelmed for a while, I think we all still have those days. Also showing up to class doesn’t mean you have to go hard every single time. Listen to your body. Sometimes just drilling is the best thing.

-What advice would you give to students who have been doing bjj but are feeling stuck?
Try different coaches, classes, or rolling with new people. Sometimes seeing someone else play or teach a different game from yours could spark interest in learning a whole new system. Also, give yourself plenty of grace! Jiu Jitsu is hard!

** Coach Highlight- Eduardo Crema**
Coach Ed has been with PMA as a student and coach for many years. He has been a pivotal part in the success of PMA and a huge influence in many students BJJ journeys. 🥋

-What got you into BJJ?
I wrestled in high school so looked fun

-How many years have you been training? 16 years

-What do you like most about coaching?
Gym members usually become good friends; some I would call family.

-What is your favorite bjj move?
Omoplata the world

-What is the one thing about your bjj journey that stands out or is the most memorable?
Getting my blue belt, it was a surprise and something I never thought I could achieve.

-If you could give advice to your younger self what would it be?
Don’t overtrain

-How do you become sufficient at a new move?
Take drilling seriously, start doing it on people less skilled than you then work your way up.

-What advice would you give to new students?
Hard things like BJJ make your life better. Don’t quit because it’s too hard.

-What advice would you give to students who have been doing bjj but are feeling stuck?
People figured out your game, plateaus are normal get proficient at something else. Learn to lose everyday.

Get ready to go back to school in style with our free gi promotion!

The best compliment is recommending us to your friends!

Dust has settled, we are very fortunate to have an amazing group of coaches and members.

Thank you to all PMA instructors for your passion to the craft and our members progress.

Thank you to our members that make a conscious decision to win. Competing is hard yet you have shown that you can be very proficient at it.

These are our trophies for last week.

🥇 Adults Gi Academy
🥇 Adult Gi Association- Guerrilla BJJ
🥈 Adult Gi - Elite 8

P M A VI - Set for October 7th
GI event - Kids and Adults
Black Belt Matches
Prizes
Vendors

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Thank you for sharing your knowledge! You are an excellent instructor and communicator. We feel blessed to have gotten to know you. 🙌

Congratulations to everyone who leveled up this evening. Jiujitsu is not easy, nothing is given, everything is earned.

After wrestling with mental health, Doane's Cristelle Rodriguez eyes world title This summer, the sophomore is training to bring back a title from the world championships in Poland. But the road to get there wasn’t easy.

🥋🌞 Calling all young warriors! 🌞🥋

🎉 Join our Kids Jiu-Jitsu Summer Camp! 🎉

📆 Dates: June 12-16
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM to 12:30 Noon

Are you ready for an action-packed summer adventure? Look no further! Our Kids Jiu-Jitsu Summer Camp is here to unleash your child's inner warrior while having a blast!

⭐️ What to Expect ⭐️

🔥 Fun and Engaging Classes: Our experienced instructors will guide your child through exciting Jiu-Jitsu techniques and games, making every session enjoyable and educational.

🌟 Confidence Building: Watch your child's confidence soar as they develop discipline, self-defense skills, and a positive mindset in a safe and supportive environment.

🤼 Teamwork and Friendships: Through group activities and partner drills, your child will learn the value of teamwork and forge new friendships with fellow campers.

🌟 Secure Your Child's Spot Today! 🌟

Spaces are limited, so don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Register your child for our Kids Jiu-Jitsu Summer Camp now!

📞 Call us at 559-436-4641 or visit our website at fresnopma.com/schedule to reserve your spot and make this summer an unforgettable experience for your little warrior!

🥋🌞 Enroll Now and Let the Summer Jiu-Jitsu Fun Begin! 🌞🥋

Nice job Team PMA Wrestling! 💪

Join us for an action-packed wrestling clinic featuring the talented Cristelle Rodriguez on July 7th from 1-3pm! This exciting event is not only a chance to improve your wrestling skills, but also an opportunity to support Cristelle in her journey to represent Team USA in Poland. For just $35 per wrestler, you'll receive top-notch coaching from Cristelle herself, as she shares her expertise and techniques. All proceeds from this fundraising clinic will go towards covering the expenses of Cristelle's international competition. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from a champion while contributing to a great cause. Secure your spot now and let's rally together to help Cristelle shine on the world stage!

Join us for an extraordinary wrestling clinic led by the renowned Penn State wrestler, Shakur Rasheed, on June 11th! This exclusive event offers three dynamic sessions to accommodate wrestlers of all levels. Session 1 runs from 9am-10:30am, Session 2 from 10:45am-11:45am, and Session 3 from 12:30pm-2pm. Early bird registration is available at just $80 per wrestler until June 2nd, after which it will be $90 per wrestler. Bring your team and take advantage of our group rates! Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to learn from one of the best in the sport. Sharpen your skills, gain invaluable insights, and elevate your wrestling game with Shakur Rasheed. Secure your spot today and get ready to unleash your potential!

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Doing some sales for help to cover expenses for me and my family related to representing Team USA this August World Championships.

$20 for a (18x12)poster, $25 signed.
$10 for a post card size, 15 signed.

Congrats to Cristelle Rodriguez!! Anthony Rodriguez

What are you waiting for?! Start training with us today!

Free Women’s Open Mat! May 20th 1-3pm.

**PRIVATE LESSON ALERT**

Do you want some extra practice to prepare for competition? Or do you just want to accelerate your progresss?
We can help you progress faster, have tailored training, and rise above your training plateaus! Call or message us to schedule a private lesson with one of our instructors!