Our next community open mat will be held at Lake Effect Martial Arts South (113 Elmview Ave. Hamburg, NY 14075). On Sunday, November 24th, from 10am-12p, in collaboration with We Defy Foundation and JockoFuel, we are the official hosts of the Veterans Day based GoRuck/Roll. We ask that each participant donate $20 which 100% of […]
Relocating to a new city brings many exciting opportunities. Still, it can also pose challenges—especially when maintaining important parts of your lifestyle, such as martial arts training. Finding new martial arts schools can be difficult if you’ve trained for years in one place. For those moving to a major city like New York, where the […]
Like any sport or martial art, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can come with injuries. Here are some tips to avoid them: Tap out early. One of the studies above mentioned that the main reason why arm bars caused so many injuries was because competitors resisted it and didn’t tap out early enough. Know high risk positions. This will […]
As the school year approaches, students and parents alike are gearing up for new routines and challenges. While academic success is often the primary focus, the importance of extracurricular activities that build character, discipline, and self-confidence cannot be overstated. At Lake Effect Martial Arts, we believe that learning Jiu Jitsu is an invaluable addition to […]
10 Essential Features To Have A Successful Jiu-Jitsu Academy Running a BJJ academy is not an easy task. The owner really needs to be passionate about their job in order for the academy to be a success. Here are my top 10 features for a BJJ academy to be deemed a success. They are in […]
BJJ Coaches, Instructors, And Professors before we explore the entertaining world of BJJ coaching let’s get a few nomenclature questions out of the way. Very often, in academies across the globe, you’ll encounter a few terms that refer to Jiu-Jitsu coaches. The most widespread are coaches, teachers, instructors, and professors. While they all might refer […]
1. What Exactly is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a fighting sport and self-defense discipline based on ground maneuvers, grappling, and submission techniques. BJJ concentrates on controlling the opponent by gaining a dominant position and employing various methods to force them into submission using chokeholds or joint locks. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu first came into existence and was […]
10 excellent physical benefits of BJJ 1. It’s great exercise BJJ sparring rounds (also called rolls) are generally five minutes in length, and include a variety of low and high intensity efforts with little rest. This makes BJJ sparring a great form of exercise. According to our estimation based on research carried out on BJJ […]
The Role of Discipline in Martial Arts Training: Building Character and Focus Discipline in martial arts training is like the sturdy foundation of a house—it holds everything together. It’s not just about learning kicks and punches. It’s about building character and focus beyond the dojo. From improving physical health to fostering mental resilience, martial arts […]
Every month at Lake Effect Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we have a topic or theme for the entire month. For February 2024, we are reviewing Half Guard. Half Guard: Moving Forward Half-guard is the next major position beginners must learn from top and bottom positions. The half-guard is technically a step towards superior position for the […]
Our Boxing program is growing leaps and bounds, contact us to schedule your free trial class today. When you’re feeling tense and frustrated, a good workout can help. Fitness boxing, which is a form of exercise that has roots in traditional boxing, offers a safe outlet for your emotions — not to mention an awesome […]
We have been proudly affiliated with Checkmat BJJ for many years. Let us tell you a little more about this long-standing relationship. In just 13 years since being founded, they have created numerous world champions within their affiliate academies. Here is what you need to know about Checkmat BJJ, including everything from their founding to […]
BJJ attracts more and more practitioners by the day. Different people have different reasons to start training, but each hopes to gain some benefits. But do you know what they can be? BJJ brings immense benefits, both physical and mental. Many people start because they want to learn self-defense skills. Still, you will see many […]
Developed over hundreds of years, the ancient martial art of Muay Thai is known for its tremendous power, maximum efficiency, and raw simplicity. Often referred to as the “Art of Eight Limbs”, Muay Thai utilizes a beautiful symphony of kicks, punches, knees, and elbows with fluidity and grace. Muay Thai is now one of the most well-known […]