Primeiro campeonato dos DEFICIENTES VISUAIS 
No dia 2 deste mês de Dezembro, colocamos 10 crianças para competir um campeonato aberto de Jiu-jitsu.

Ao contrario do Judô e outros esportes, no Jiu-jitsu não existem competições especificas para deficientes, portanto os que resolvem lutar têm que fazê-lo com atletas sem deficiências.

Nossos alunos tinham idade entre 12 e 20 anos. Dos 10, metade era 100% cega e a outra metade apresentava alguma deficiência, variando de 20% ate 80% .

Eu sabia que seria emocionante essa empreitada, mas nunca poderia imaginar que receberíamos tanta ajuda das pessoas envolvidas no campeonato. Desde a parte organizacional, passando por alguns patrocinadores, atletas presentes e do publico que aplaudiu e incentivou os alunos.

Só para exemplificar, a organização do evento ofereceu bolsa integral aos alunos que alem disso receberam camisa do campeonato. Outro nobre gesto foi de um atleta faixa preta que fez uma luta especial e doou metade da bolsa ganha para a festa de Natal das crianças. Os atletas deram palavras de apoio e todos aceitaram começar as disputas já segurando o kimono dos nossos atletas do Instituto Benjamim Constant. (única adaptação feita no inicio da luta, absolutamente todo resto da regra foi igual)

É claro que Michelle Matta, João Marcelo, Marreca, Matheus, Renata, eu e os outros voluntários que ensinamos o jiu-jitsu paras as crianças ficamos felizes com o fato de dois alunos terem sido campeões lutando contra "videntes" (como eles mesmo costumam nos definir).

Não há duvidas que ficamos radiantes de ver outros dois receberem a prata e outro conquistar o bronze.

Também não nos deixou menos orgulhosos, ver nos que não conseguiram uma melhor colocação, o sorriso e a satisfação estampada no rosto por terem tentado o maximo que podiam e constatar que tem condições de disputar de igual para igual.

Mas, o que realmente nos emocionou foi a certeza que neste Domingo 10 jovens tiveram uma experiência única, que 10 jovens irão, a partir dessa experiência, se tornar mais preparados para a vida. Que o fato de terem superado os altíssimos níveis de adrenalina e estresse pré-competicao (que segundo um grande amigo, 80% da população mundial não sente durante a vida toda nem metade dessa adrenalina que um lutador sente antes da competição) fara com que também consigam superar com mais facilidade os outros desafios que a vida já lhe impõem.

Foi um Domingo onde essas crianças receberam mais atenção dos familiares que vieram de longe só para apoiá-las.

E o mais importante de tudo, foi um Domingo onde eles foram tratados de igual para igual e viram que a vida é difícil sim, mas todo esforço será recompensado!

Fica aqui o nosso sincero agradecimento por todas as lições que essas crianças estão nos passando a cada contato.

Graças a Deus essa oportunidade surgiu e esse é apenas o começo. Como uma equipe que somos, iremos ate onde sonharmos!

Obrigado a todos, Felipe Costa (em nome de todos os professores e auxiliares do IBC)

The most famous and prestigious BJJ CAMP in the Worldwill have its2011 edition in GREECE.

Multiple time World Champions Rodrigo Comprido and Felipe Costa werepersonally in the location to assure it was up to the standard of the traditional Jiu Jitsu CAMP they have been leading for over 10 editions in Rio de Janeiro.

All details are set and they are expecting to full fill the space very fast.

“ What we loved the most is that we found a resort that is very similar to the house where we runthe CAMP in Rio, we are also steps away from the beach and yet only 30 min from Athens. Our students will have a blast.” Felipe Costa

“I’m fanatic about Greek history, being able to train in paradisiacal beach and besides all the activities the resort have to offer, still be able to visit the historic sights will blow the students mind.I’m honestly counting the days to this CAMP and my family will also join me” Rodrigo Comprido.

Here is all the info regards the CAMP:

Click on the link and check out some of the pictures from the location:

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=279465&id=185244628540&l=9c2d13d7ed

DATE:

September 10 to September 20, 2011

Make sure to schedule your arrival on September 10 (Saturday) and your departure September 20 (Tuesday)

LOCATION:

The resort is only 30 min. from Athens. Make sure to schedule your arrival to the only airport in Athens and we will take care of you from there.

INVESTMENT:

In our 10 days all inclusive package you get: Transfer from airport to the resort and back to

the airport, accommodation at the resort, all meals and two

classes a day with Black Belt World Champions, Rodrigo Comprido and Felipe Costa.

All this included on the price of only 1500 Euros.

RESERVATION:

In order to guarantee your reservation you need to make a non refundable payment of 20% and send us a copy of your ticket.

Are you an instructor on your academy?

We have a special deals for schools and BJJ instructor, email Felipe right now (felipepcs@hotmail.com ) with the subject: I’m an Instructor and want to join the CAMP in GREECE to have more info.

What will the schedule be like?

We will copy the successful formula we have been doing in our CAMP in Rio. Two classes a day, around the fifth day we take a day off, where we will visit the sightseeing on Athens.

“Its awesome, both Comprido and I have been there and I even took my wife, check out some pictures on my facebook profile” Felipe

What do I do when I arrive in the airport?

Look for Comprido or Felipe Costa, one of them will be there waiting for you.

What other activities we can do, besides the BJJ classes?

There are plenty activities that can be done during the free time:

water ski and wakeboard for both experienced and first timers*

parachute which can hold up to two people at the same time*

jet skies*

Visiting the famous sight sees from Athens (Acropolis etc)*

Swim with dolphins*

a large variety of towable water games

Tennis court

Basketball court

Volleyball court

Soccer field

2 pools with bar

* some activities are charge separately

I train under another affiliation, can I enter the CAMP?
YES, the CAMP is not made for any specific team. Everyone is welcome, despite the team or level of instruction.

Do I share room with someone else?

Yes, you will share room with up to 3 people. Unless if you come with your wife/girlfriend, on that case you will have your own room.

Arrangements can be made if you would like to stay by yourself at one room, but an extra charge will be applied in this case.

Can I bring my wife and kids?

Yes, and if they don’t train they will have a big discount, plus you will have your own room.

What are the students level?
As we teach the concepts (the way things work), the different levels of students is not a problem. We have had students from white belts to black belts and they were all pleased at the end. We have had martial arts lovers who had never put on a BJJ gi before, but at the end they were feeling quite comfortable with BJJ.
We will be giving FULL-TIME attention during the classes, not only teaching but also rolling while correcting the mistakes. This will allow us to address everyone´s BJJ needs with 100% satisfaction.
How much rolling will I get with Comprido and Felipe Costa?

Both Comprido and Felipe will roll everyday, so chances are that you will roll with him everyday or at least a lot.

If you have any other question, don’t hesitate on contact usfelipepcs@hotmail.com

and Felipe will answer you personally in less than 24hrs.

Strong Style MMA and Fitness Center Presents

7 times World Champion and 2 times Absolute Champion

Rodrigo “Comprido” Medeiros

ON: JUNE 25, 2011

6900 Granger Road, Independence, OH 44131

Time: 12pm-4pm

First session Gi: 12-2/Second session No-Gi: 2-4

Prices: $75.00 per session or both for $95.00

If you have any question or interested in attending please contact: Pablo Castro @ 216-870-4904/ nhbattorney@sbcglobal.net