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The Easiest Submission in BJJ

bcourt — Fri, 18 May 2012 18:21:20 +0000

There are many high-percentage submission holds in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), like the triangle, armlock, mata leao choke, and more. But none are as easy to apply as the wrist lock. At Team Lloyd Irvin, our students have been on a wristlock kick lately. Check out these two videos, the first is Paramount BJJ head instructor...

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Omoplata Set-up and Sweep

bcourt — Tue, 01 May 2012 19:33:35 +0000

We have very specific curriculums for our beginner and advanced classes at Paramount BJJ. It’s one of the reasons why our students have so much fun learning, excel at a rapid pace, and perform well in tournaments. This month our advanced curriculum is focused on the “omoplata,” a sneaky and devastating move from guard that...

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Paramount BJJ Women Shine at NY Open

bcourt — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:44:08 +0000

Last weekend’s IBJJF New York Open featured stand-out performances from several of the Team Lloyd Irvin/Paramount BJJ team. None more impressive than those of Krista Carpenter and Courtney Caporizzo. Both women were competing for the first time at an International event, and both medaled! Krista dominated her division and won Gold, defeating two very tough...

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2012 IBJJF NY Open Results

bcourt — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 22:44:31 +0000

The 2012 IBJJF NY Open is in the books, and once again Team Lloyd Irvin had a phenomenal showing. Still the ONLY American team to consistently place at the IBJJF tournaments, Team Lloyd Irvin showed up this time missing many of the top competitors. Jonathan “JT” Torres, Jimmy Harbison, DJ Jackson, Frank Camacho, Nyjah Easton, Sijara Eubanks,...

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New Instructor | Boxing Hall of Famer

bcourt — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 03:47:43 +0000

Former IBF and USBA champion and PA Boxing Hall of Famer Calvin Grove is the newest addition to the coaching staff at Team Paramount in Downingtown, PA. After winning the Golden Glove title and compiling an amateur record of 36-4 Grove turned pro. He fought all over the world, including Australia and France, and faced...

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MMA in Downingtown PA

bcourt — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 23:36:29 +0000

Watch this classic fight featuring Paramount BJJ Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Standley Eugene. If you’re looking to train MMA click HERE to train for a Whole Month FREE.

Paramount BJJ at the 2012 IBJJF Pan (Video)

bcourt — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:25:51 +0000

Check out this video of Paramount BJJ blue belt Eric Desmarais in his second match at the 2012 IBJJF Pan American tournament in Irvine, California. At Paramount BJJ our students are competing and winning at the highest levels, evidence of the superior quality of instruction at our academy in Downingtown, PA. Call 610-383-4686 to train...

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2012 Pan Results | Brad Court Returns to Competition

bcourt — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:24 +0000

Lloyd Irvin black belt and Paramount BJJ head instructor Brad Court made his return to competition this past weekend after almost 2 years off. The event was the IBJJF Pan American Jiu-Jitsu Tournament in Irvine, California- the largest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament in the world. This year’s event had 3,228 competitors! Brad won his first match...

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Ed Westermark and Son Win the Pro Trials in NY

bcourt — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 17:56:42 +0000

This past weekend the Abu Dhabi Professional Jiu-Jitsu League held it’s East Coast trials in New York City. Among the competitors from Paramount BJJ/Team Lloyd Irvin were the father and son team of Ed and Erik Westermark. Both Ed and Erik took home Gold in their respective divisions. In his first round match Ed landed his...

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Mike Thomas Promoted to BJJ Blue Belt

bcourt — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 01:32:14 +0000

On Monday night Paramount Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) head instructor Brad Court promoted Mike Thomas to the rank of blue belt. Mike is an amateur MMA fighter (2-1) and a Gold medallist at the IBJJF New York Open, a Bronze medallist at the IBJJF Boston Open, and a multiple time Grapplers Quest Champion. We’re all looking forward to...

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