Altitude's Pride, The Little Monsters!

Thankful to report continued growth of the kids MMA program! The kids are developing and in the spirit of the program are definitely morphing into MONSTERS!!!  In the recent months we've restructured the format to include dedicated days for Wrestling, Kickboxing, Jiu Jitsu and MMA (mixed martial arts). We also further organized how the classes are instructed having specific instructors in charge of the specific disciplines.

The new structure has definitely brought about a whole new level of quality and in turn excitement. The classes are running more efficiently with a defined curriculum and as a result the children's skills are advancing at a far more rapid pace. The harmony of one discipline flowing into the next, day after day is leading to better information retention and less instruction needing to be reiterated.  An equilibrium of sorts is being established where the skill set of the children individually is very similar to that of the rest of the team and through that balance the team is able to develop quicker.  Their understanding of the techniques is growing firm and their martial arts foundation strong.

Altitudes pride!

It's so awesome to see a program go from an idea to what has evolved into a strong team of capable students. To see them develop as martial artists has been amazing. To get the feedback regarding improved grades, social interactions, newly established goals, sleep patterns and overall health is beyond what we once expected from the campaign but will fuel us to continue to proudly develop the program.

Our instructors who are all competitive athletes are fully committed to the constant improvement of the team and are now organizing various events such as wrestling tournaments, amateur boxing competitions and even clinics offering the team expanded resources encouraging continued growth.

The leadership team is more motivated than ever and entirely looking forward to the future of the Little Monsters Kids Class with an increasing dedication and optimism. The catalyst to everything was our supportive parents and their positive children. These elements have come together in a high energy environment to create what we believe is an incredible option for children seeking martial arts training.  Training that develops them as athletes but also as positive productive humans.

To all involved, a sincere thank you on behalf of Altitude MMA for the role you've played. We are undoubtedly building something awesome and we're certain the future holds continued success of both the program and most importantly the children.

Altitude MMA signing off... To continued success.. :)

Remembered the password baby! We're back!!!!!

YO YO!!! Heck to the yeah!!! We're back on blogspot!  Man o'live where to begin? Altitude MMA has been cruising along at a crazy pace. Huge fights, personale upgrades, growing team... The whole nine.. we've been cruisin.

The craziest things that have happened as of late include some insane coaching additions. 5 weeks ago Professor Marcelo Motta blessed Altitude MMA with his contributions on the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu side and Muay Thai Khru Pat Cross has added an unreal flavor to our striking. 

Marcelo is an absolute monster having nothing but the highest levels of success in his wake. He represented the Brazilian Nation Jiu Jitsu team before being recruited by the United Arab Emerites where he and partner Carlos Santos grew jiu jitsu into the National Sport.  Marcelo's wisdom and and understanding of jiu jitsu is truly unique but his spirit and approach to teaching is what gives those under his guidance the most significant advantage. An absolute jiu jitsu genius but more than that he's an incredible person that positively impacts everyone so fortunate to connect with him.

Pat is a striking coach like nothing I've ever seen. His understanding of the discipline and ability to articulate it to those under his influence is difficult to describe. His commitment to the sport, high energy approach and thorough teaching methodology is why he is frequently named as one of the premier striking coaches in this region. 

Man I don't even know what to say other than I couldn't be more motivated! Credentials, facility and what not is one thing... but when you're surrounded with great people a whole new realm of possibilities opens up and I am straight electrified with excitement as we enter it!  Stay tuned!

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Hard work and determination = results

It's amazing sometimes when you lift your head up after a prolonged period of time with your nose to the grindstone to see your results and you realize the monumental progress that has been made.  Life is one of those things where we absolutely manifest our results.  I heard a quote one time "Success comes to those willing to pay its price." and that is the God to honest truth. Success or results often times are a moving target. If you're not on your game they most certainly will allude you.  You have to be a relentless predator willing to make the sacrifices that will put you in striking distance and of course have the courage to overcome any obstacle that may stand in your path so you can sink your teeth into sweet success.  The predator metaphor is a solid one as a result of our ever changing world. With each new challenge shaping what at times is a completely unfamiliar environment, the importance of being an instinctive, constant pursuer of goals is ever more a necessity.  The strong will survive you can be sure of that.  Each morning we all awake with the ability to shape our day in many ways.  We have the freewill to decide if we will invest the energy to facilitate progress toward a better life or watch the hours pass in the absence of productivity.  What decides our direction is the importance we place on change.  How important is it to us that we give life everything we have to bring about a better life? Are we willing to do everything within our power to manifest the life we see when we close our eyes and dream? Today feel the urgency. Feel the importance of living to your potential and letting nothing stand between you and a life of complete abundance. You can feel it can't you?... now step out there taking the action that will get you closer. Embrace that hunger in your belly, that hunger in your spirit that will consume any adversary on your journey to EPIC success! God Bless and Godspeed!

Whatup new year! It's good to see u!

The last few months have been electric! It's amazing what can happen when you're willing to weather any size storm to get to your goal.  Our objective here has always been achieving EPIC success in everything we do.  Whether that be a child building confidence, a soccer-mom getting her groove back or elite level athletes smashing their way to the top, we seek results on the most fruitful of levels. That culture has drawn into our team individuals that exemplify the pinnacle of success. Characters that produce it in every aspect of their lives and inspire those in their presence to do the same.  These leaders, our team, broadcast an energy, a sincere interest in those effected by their guidance that absolutely breeds positive productivity.  As we conclude this year and open up the next I can tell you if my confidence was any higher I'd probably light on fire! Our leaders, our athletes, the facility, most importantly our relentless, hardworking, hungry, positive culture is going to manifest experiences in 2012 that will blow minds! Get prepared cause it's going down! 2012 is ours!

All the pieces are in place.

Man it's been a minute since I've updated this... so much has happened.  Heard a great quote one day that sums up the experience of these last three months "Those who succeed have learned how to build castles with the bricks others have thrown at them."  I couldn't have imagined a year ago the experiences that have followed but now that the smoke is cleared I couldn't be more excited about the future.  Our team of instructors I believe is the best in the mma world no joke and I absolutely expect our team to rise to the top and remain there for a very long period of time.  Our crew now is either highly educated or exceptionally accomplished and most are both.  In addition to that the most important element is that each understands the concept of synergy knowing that by working with our teammates we as individuals become better.  The icing on the cake is that each has an exceptional ability to teach and instruct.  Our leadership team is there, the competitive team has never had so much promise and the facility is rounding third base and will soon be the nicest in the state without question.  We're one way flight to the top. Stay tuned.

Never been so excited!

Dang it's been a crazy few weeks!  Been out of the ordinary for sure but made way for some huge and welcomed changes.  This last year has no doubt been unpredictable! Had some big ups and some unanticipated lows... sometimes the quality of life comes down to ones ability to weather storms and bounce back.  Sometimes you gotta have the discipline even if uncomfortable to put the trash on the curb and make room for new possibilities.  You do this and although you may let go of some comfort and feel some uncertainty  it is an absolute necessity if you intend to grow without burden.  We gotta decide what we want and pursue it relentlessly. Nose to the grindstone!

A new wind!

Sometimes things happen so slowly issues slip through our awareness.  In the the hustle and bustle small things pass through our radar displaying relatively low risk or are undetected entirely.  We get distracted with what appears to be the most important issue of today until those small things have added up into something substantial and force our focus to be placed upon them.  When change arrives, opportunity has too.  Change offers us the ability to decide the direction of our future.  We can decide our circle of influence. We can re-evaluate our purpose and adjust accordingly to ensure we are on track to meet our objectives.  Change offers the purest form of opportunity.  We can design from the ground up on a clean slate and with discipline bring about whatever it is that we seek.