Promotions Done - Progress Continues! - E17 BJJ Weekly Newsletter 08/12/25

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Hey team,

A huge congratulations again to everyone who was promoted last week! It was amazing to see so many of you level up — every belt and stripe was well earned. The progress across the room has been incredible, and it’s a pleasure to see the team growing in confidence, skill, and spirit.

This Week’s Focus

Gi — Passing the Guard - This week we’ll be focusing on passing the guard, starting with how to safely open closed guard and then how to deal with your partner’s frames as you begin to pass. We’ll look at posture, pressure, and creating the right angles to make your passing smoother and more effective.

No-Gi — Turtle Attacks & Crucifix (Tue + Thu) - We’ll be working on how to break down the turtle position, expose openings, and enter the crucifix for strong finishing options.

Saturday No-Gi with Mehmet — Wrestling - Mehmet will continue to build your wrestling

fundamentals this Saturday — movement, entries, and takedown mechanics for No-Gi.

Judo — Ko Soto Gari - We’ll be working on Ko Soto Gari, a clean and reliable foot sweep that relies on timing and shifting your partner’s weight off their base. A great throw to link straight into top control.

Schedule Note

I will be away from this Saturday, and Emmanuel will be covering all Gi classes until I return.

Chris will continue teaching No-Gi, and Mehmet will take over the Saturday No-Gi sessions.

Make sure to show up, ask questions, and make the most of the team covering this week!

🎄 Christmas & New Year Timetable (Reminder)

Monday 22nd — Normal classes

Tuesday 23rd — Normal classes

Wednesday 24th — No classes

Thursday 25th — No classes

Friday 26th — No classes

Saturday 27th — Normal classes

Monday 29th — Normal classes

Tuesday 30th — Normal classes

Wednesday 31st — No classes

Thursday 1st — No classes

Normal classes resume from Friday 2nd January.

E17 BJJ Jumpers

We still have some of our E17 BJJ jumpers available — super warm, super soft, and perfect for the winter months. Let me know if you’d like one!

🌊Rip & Roll Camp 2026 — April 15–19th, Anza, Morocco

Excited to announce that Rip & Roll 2026 is officially open!

Five days of BJJ, surf, sunshine, great food, and community in Anza, Morocco in April, 15th-19th— a chance to train, unwind, and connect with people from all over the world.

As E17 BJJ members, you get exclusive access to a special discount with 20% off before the public sale opens.

Full details & booking: https://ripandrollcamp.com

Or message or talk to me if you have any other questions!

If you’ve ever wanted a training holiday that mixes rolls, waves, and good vibes — this is the one

Tip of the Week -If you get stuck, ask the person who stuck you.

One of the fastest ways to improve is to ask questions. If someone sweeps you, submits you, or controls you consistently, don’t leave puzzled — ask them how they did it. Most teammates are more than happy to share the detail you’re missing. Curiosity accelerates progress more than anything else.

See you on the mats!

-Mouncif

E17 BJJ