Sensei Will Martinez, from our Philadelphia school; Semper Fi, has a little boy he teaches Jiu-Jitsu to who is fighting for his life.  His parents signed him up for Jiu-Jitsu only becuase it was a dream of his to ever do this martial art.  Achieving dreams for this 8 year old means a lot to him and his parents right now because, AJ Richter, has been diagnosed with a cancerous tumor in his brain stem which is inoperable. He started radiation at St Christopher’s Academy the beginning of June followed by 6 months of chemotherapy at Penn University Hospital which doctors say is his only hope.

We are now calling out for all martial artists and humanity to come together for this little boy and his family.  We are doing a bjj seminar on Sept 11th to raise money for AJ and his family during this hard time.  Please come out and support this event. 

CLICK ON PICTURE FOR “PRAYERS FOR AJ” FACEBOOK ACCOUNT

The seminar will be held at Ott’s Tae Kwon Do
7410 Frankford Ave. in Philadelphia PA 19136

 215-332-4653

 Please make donations or simply come by and show your support

Team Guerrero Invites All

Saturday, August 28

BJ Penn vs Franke Edgar

Hoboken Bar and Grill

230 Washington Ave

Hoboken, NJ

Special Exclusive room for Team Guerrero

Cost:$30 per person includes food and beverage

Any questions please contact our headquarters at 973-239-3866

Guerrero Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy, the only martial arts school in Verona, NJ competed in NAGA’s (North American Grappling Association) “Battle at the Beach” Tournament.  NAGA is one of the World’s largest tournaments for grappling.  Schools from all over the world come to compete.  Verona, NJ was represented at the last competition by Guerrero BJJ Team.  Team Guerrero as a whole did remarkably well with 10 first place winners, 8 second place winners and 4 third place winners.

This is a tough tournament to compete in and all competitors should be proud of their work well done.

Results:

  1^st Places

• Sempai Fabian Rosario Jr – 1 Gold (Guerrero Headquarters)
• Albert Estevez – 2 Gold (Guerrero headquarters)
• Coach Ives Viola – 2 Gold (Guerrero Headquarters)
• Jensen Herder – 1 Gold (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Brandon M. Santiago – 1 Gold (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Michael C. Rubino – 1 Gold (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Dario Fiorelli – 1 Gold (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Ives Viola Jr – 1 Gold (Guerrero Headquarters)

  2^nd Places

• Robert Ridlen – 1 Silver (Guerrero Headquarters)
• Danielle Kelly – 2 Silver (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Nathaniel Bibeault – 1 Silver (Guerrero/EMA)
• Zack Merschen – 1 Silver (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Mathew Tomczak – 1 Silver (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Colton Parsons – 1 Silver (Guerrero/Semper Fi)

  3^rd Place

• Zack Merschen – 1 Bronze (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Colton Parsons – 1 Bronze (Guerrero/Semper Fi)
• Robert Ridlen – 1 Bronze (Guerrero headquarters)
• Charles Wallace – 1 Bronze (Guerrero/Semper Fi)

For more information about this event, visit KneeOnBelly.com or

call 973-239-3866

Our very own Sensei Julio Rosario from Semper Fi MMA Academy is at it again.  This is another Pro Fight that he was asked to compete in. 

This is a real interesting fight on a couple levels. Both fighters are young and hungry, but BVA comes out of a more established camp in DFC. Daddis’ team has pushed guys like Matt Makowski and Wilson Reis up into nationally televised events, and maintains a strong and visible presence on the local scene with pro fighters like Brylan and Jeff Cressman while developing amateurs like Joe DiFranco and Danny Matala. Rosario on the other hand, is head trainer at Semper Fi, a smaller gym with some outstanding young talent in its own right. Both guys are submission fighters who aren’t afraid to let the hands go, so I am fully expecting an outstanding fight.

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At Ridgewood Avenue School, the halls are alive with the sound of music, as 106 participants of the Gas Lamp Players’ summer program rehearse for “Gas Lamp Lights Browadway,” an original production scheduled for Aug. 5 at 7p.m and Aug. 6 at 2pm.

In those is our own Colin Wehr.  We are really proud of Colin and wish him much luck and success in this and all projects.

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                                  We welcome All Affiliate Students and Instructors to Train

Headquarters Team Training Classes are FREE of charge for all visiting affiliate students and instructors. 

Lindsay Stein, a writer at youth1.com,  futures Jordan Warner. Jordan is a great example that girls can do anything boys can!

It all started when she enrolled in the Guerrero Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Mixed Martial Arts School in Verona, New Jersey at four years old. Jon says that Jordan is, and always has been, the type of person who needs to do something physical almost every day. Susan and Jon decided to put Jordan in Jiu Jitsu to help her release energy and develop defensive skills. Before long, Jordan couldn’t get enough of the sport—she wanted to practice it more and more. Four years later, Jordan attends two Jiu Jitsu classes in a row three days a week. In the first class, Jordan helps instruct kids who are younger than her, and in the following session, she trains with 8 to 12 year olds.

To read more check out the link: http://www.youth1.com/football-latest-features/jordan-warner-a-little-athlete-with-a-lot-of-talent.html

Everyone should come out and support our fighters Sempai Fabian Rosario Jr andSempai Rick Ruiz at the BattleGrounds Kickboxing Fight!

It will be on August 14th doors open at 4:30 pm. It is located at the KRU Muay Thai Headquartes School located at 112 S Washington Ave Bergenfield, NJ.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 10 and under. Seats are limited …so please arrive early.

Hope to see you there!

Looking for a fun and safe place to have your children spend their summer? Well look no further! Guerrero BJJ summer camp is the place. There will be trips, games and of course Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

We had a blast at the Academic Excellence Pizza Party on Friday, July 16. It was a huge success! We had over 30 kids attend. Congratulations to all those kids that got perfect report cards and thank you for bringing all your friends. It was a blast!

Pictures will be posted shortly!

Adam Levitt features two members of the Guerrero BJJ Team, Olga and Fabian Rosario. They are a great example that Martial Arts Can Strengthen More Than Muscle! This mother/son team give a new meaning to spending time together. 

To read  about this mother/son duo check out the link below.

http://youth1.com/martial-arts-latest-features/martial-arts-can-strengthen-more-than-muscle.html

 We will be closed Saturday, July 3 and Monday, July 5. We will reopen on July 6.

Have a great and safe weekend!

This is a No-Gi Tournament. Kids and adults are both welcome to participate from any affiliated school. This is a friendly tournament where we will be making new friends and meeting the rest of the teammates from other schools. It’s a great opportunity for everyone to compete against different people you are not accustomed to competing against. Medals will be awarded to all winners. We look forward to having a great time.

Date: Sunday, September 19th

Time: 10 am-5 pm

Place: Guerrero BJJ Academy

Cost $40 Pre-reg. Deadline is Saturday, September 11

       $50 After pre-reg. ends

For details or to sign up….See Clara at Guerrero BJJ Headquarters 973*239*3866 or email her directly clara@kneeonbelly.com 

We are really proud of the Semper Fi Instructors on their intense and exciting fights.  They proved tonight that it takes dedication, hard work and professionalism to go out there and do what they love to do.

The first one to fight was Sensei Will Martinez.  He dominated the entire fight but unfortunately was caught at the end.  But this is not the last you will see of him as he put on his Facebook after the fight.  He is a fighter and will be back.

The second fight was Sensei Julio Rosario.  Sensei Julio also dominated his opponent and won in the first round by guillotine choke putting his opponent to sleep.

The third fight was Jesus “Chavo” Martinez.  His fight was the quickest fight of the night.  Only seconds into the first round Chavo tapped out his opponent by guillotine choke.  

We would like to thank all the 170+ students, family and friends who came out to support our fighters.  It means a lot to them to have so many (almost the whole room) cheer for them!

Pictures and video coming soon!

Time: 9:30am until you want to leave

Guerrero BJJ Academy will be participating in the annual “Verona Memorial Day Parade”.  This is our second year participating in this parade and we had a blast last year.  We are meeting across the street from the school at the little league field at 9:30am.  The parade will begin at 10am sharp and we will be walking up Bloomfield Ave. to Verona Community Center where there will be fun activities for kids to participate in as well as BBQ Feast.  We would love for ALL students and parents to participate in this event.  Its a really good time to do something fun with eachother and spend time outside of the academy.  Please wear an academy T-shirt with gi pants and belt….No gi top…its going to be HOT!!!!

Please bring enough of one dish to cover 15 people. If you cannot make food you can purchase it just the same or give money to Mrs. Guerrero or Clara & food will be purchased in your honor (approx. $15 per person). If you find that you are running out of time or cannot make your dish please call the school so we can make arrangements for the change in schedule.

SIGN UP SHEETS LOCATED ON THE FRONT DESK!!!

EXAMPLES:

SALADS: green toss, potato macaroni, cole slaw, pasta, corn and black bean

ENTREES: lasagna, mac & cheese, black beans and rice, veggie dish, bread, cold cuts, rice dish, fried chicken

DESSERTS: brownies, cupcakes, cookies, fruit salad, donuts, cake, pie

DRINKS: Water bottles, juice boxes, diet soda, reg. soda, juice, ice (NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ALLOWED AT THE PARK)

ACTIVITIES: We will have belt promotions, demos, professional photographers and games.  The park is also equipped with tennis courts, playgrounds, bathrooms, deck by the lake.  Paddle boats are also available for an extra charge.

Thank you for participating in the Guerrero BJJ Academy 1^st Annual Picnic and showing school spirit!!! Verona Park

973-239-3866         KneeOnBelly.com

Please see a staff member   sign up for the Academy Picnic at the Park.  We are doing belt promotion at the park.  The day will be filled with food, fun and games.  We will be doing a Jiu-Jitsu demonstration and will have a professional photographer available to take great pictures.  Please make a note that for this and all activities a Team T-shirt should be worn.

We have the great honor of having Master Rigan Machado back in our academy.  For those of you that have never met Master Machado he is known to be the best at the game.  He is a legend and you now have to opportunity to meet him.  

The promotion ceremony will be a little different this year.  We will have our festivities at Verona Park.  We have rented their facilities to not only do the celebration but to also have a great summer day with family, friends and your teammates.  Its a great and fun opportunity to get to know everyone outside the academy and you get to hang out with Master Machado.  Only few people can say they have ever done that.

Make plans now to be free for this time.  Its going to be awesome!!!!

Through our association with Master Ace Ramirez, KRU Muay Thai training will now be available the academy. We can now offer the combination of training in BJJ, wrestling skills and KRU Muay Thai to either reach individual goals or to marry them into a powerful Mixed Martial Arts system. For those interested, please call the academy at 973-239-3866 or email info@kneeonbelly.com!