MSDC Students

Downloadable Articles

• MSDC Student Handbook - coming soon!
• How to Wear a Gi and Tie your Belt
• The BJJ Wheel:  6 Major Areas of Training and More
• Blue Belt Exam Requirements
• Roy Harris' Outstanding Article: Progression in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Links to Online Articles

These two articles (along with "Progression in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu") have influenced my training more than any others.  I re-read them regularly!

• The Expert Mind, by Philip E. Ross (Scientific American)
• How to Grow a Super-Athlete, by Daniel Coyle (New York Times)

This online guide offers translations and explanations of many terms from Boxe Francaise Savate

• Savate Glossary

MSDC's Youtube Channel

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Wesleyan Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club Resources

• The Wesleyan Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club meets in the Freeman Athletic Center's Multi-Use Room 2 (the Wrestling Room) on Tuesdays from 8-9pm (coached practice with Chris), and on Sundays from 1-3pm.  Contact Justin Pena at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.  

Recommended Suppliers for Training Equipment

• Budovideos - We recommend that students shop here for their first BJJ uniform (called a "kimono", or "gi" for short).  We highly recommend Budovideos as a supplier for all supplies related to your training.  We have had nothing but fantastic experiences with their customer service.
  
  

• Dragondoor - The home of Russian Hard Style Kettlebell Training.  Pavel Tsatsouline and his organization are THE place to go for events, articles, resources, and of course--to order kettlebells of your own!

• Perform Better - Find training equipment and supplies designed for elite athletes and training centers
  
  

• Gymboss Interval Timer - Gymboss offers an inexpensive, reliable timer that can be used for solo or group training. 
  
  

Books We Recommend