August, 2008

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Aug 08

Move of the Week: The Doski Guard Pass

Right up there at the top of the list of favorite visitors to GB Marbella, British MMA fighter and guitar player, the one and only, Mr. Lee Doski has few peers. Nothing brightens our summer more than the appearance of his half-toothless smile gracing our gym.

Lee first came down last summer, and became an instant friend of all. He’s got the class, humor and martial arts skills that make him a true representative of today’s MMA sport.

We’ve really enjoyed Lee being around this summer, and have benefitted from having the opportunity to train, roll and spend time with him. As he’ll be heading back to the UK this weekend to continue preparing for his next fight, we invited him to give the Move of the Week. Thanks Lee, and all the best. Look forward to seeing you again next summer!

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Aug 08

Saying Goodbye to Carlos “Sapaõ” Ban

Friday night was kinda sad for us at GB Marbella, as it was the last night of instruction from our guest professor, Carlos Sapaõ Ban.

To close the month, Carlos gave a special workshop, beginning with some classic BJJ self defense techniques, and closing the night with a series (progression) of attacks and submissions beginning with a choke from the guard which, even though many of us had never seen it, turns out to also be a classic BJJ technique.

We want to wish Carlos all the very best in his career, and as a close friend of our teacher, Edson Sururu Jorge, we hope that Carlos will have a chance to return and continue supporting the group.

Carlos now leaves for a few weeks giving workshops in Poland, before returning to the United States. Have a safe trip, Carlos. It was great having you with us this summer!

We also want to say a big thanks and express our appreciation to professor Edson Jorge, for taking good care of us during his extended stay in Brazil. While away, Edson is helping to keep our jiu-jitsu sharp by organizing superb guest instruction from world class athletes like Carlos. Thanks, Edson! We’re all looking forward to your quick return to Spain!

Finally, we’ll close with a final interview from Carlos:

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Aug 08

Move of the Week: Reverse Triangle from Sweep Counter

Guest instructor Carlos “Sapaõ” Ban demonstrates a reverse triangle submission as a counter to a sweep attempt:

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Aug 08

Move of the Week: Spider Guard Sweep

Guest instructor Carlos “Sapaõ” Ban shows us a fantastic spider guard sweep: