In this issue of FaMA Weekly Ashley wins Gold in Taipei, we have a few Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) belt promotions, Kru Yo shows us how to land a Muay Thai kick without getting counter punched and Coach Kirstie talks about the importance of managing a healthy weight and lifestyle.
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ASJJF Taiwan International Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Congratulations to FaMA member, Ashley, for taking gold at the ASJJF Taiwan International Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Taipei last Saturday.
While mostly working with a grappling dummy to stay sharp, she also kept in touch with Professor Robyn for competition advice which really paid off.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Belt Promotions
Congratulations to our members for being promoted this past week.
Jaden - Grey/White Belt
Phang Yok - Grey/White Belt
Kayden - Grey/White Belt
Shin Ee - Blue Belt
Kru Yo's Weekly Muay Thai Combo
This week Kru Yo shows us the correct footwork when parrying punches to land a counter kick or knee.
1. jab
2. cross
3. lead switch kick
4. rear hand parry and step lead leg back
5. rear high kick and reset
6. lead hand parry and step rear leg back
7. rear knee
8. lead leg block/check
9. lead switch kick
10. lead leg block/check
11. rear kick x2
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Kru Yo's Muay Thai Combo Outtakes
In this Muay Thai outtake, Kru Yo demonstrates why you need to move your head off line when kicking as well as some tips on how to hold the kicking shield against Zoro.
Saturday Night Breakdown Clips
In this week’s clip Coach Kirstie talks about the importance of managing a healthy weight and lifestyle as a competitor and her experiences competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) for the first time.
From episode #5 (18 May, 2020).
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FaMA - Fitness and Martial Arts
Established in 2016, FaMA is a world-class martial arts academy located in the heart of the Central Business District in Singapore. Walking distance from Clarke Quay and Fort Canning MRT stations, FaMA’s main goal is to help people improve their lives through martial arts regardless of age or athletic capability. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai Kickboxing, Kids Martial Arts and Fitness programs are led by experts in their respective fields. So, whether it is weight loss, a fun workout, camaraderie, competition training, or just to break a sweat, FaMA has something for the whole family.