BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU / CSW / SILAT


The Minnesota Kali Group grappling program combines ground fighting techniques and training methods from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Erik Paulson's Combat Submission Wrestling, Kali, Silat and the Jun Fan martial arts. Each of the arts adds an integral piece to the grappling puzzle. Brazilian jiu-jitsu develops a sense for proper positioning and technique over strength, CSW provides the seamless transitioning between striking, clinching and a rapid-fire ground game, while Kali-Silat provides the principles and tactics when the situation requires a more serious response than just a "submission."

 
Classes are drill based to promote ease of motion and proper technique. Other benefits of these classes include:
  • Classes are fun and appropriate for people of all levels.
  • A great workout that is totally different than kickboxing.
  • One of the few classes where students can "compete" with a low risk of injury. 　
CSW / MMA - COMBAT SUBMISSION WRESTLING

The MMA curriculum of Shoot Wrestling great & UFC coach and competitor, Erik Paulson. A blend of Shoot Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Catch as Catch Can and Freestyle Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai, Sambo and JKD this art covers the spectrum of elements necessary for any enthusiast or competitor in the MMA game today. The teaching and training progressions combined with the drill based training method can develop any level of student. Great for fitness as well as functionalizing your MMA skills. 　

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU - BJJ

Unlike western wrestling where the objective is to "pin" your opponent or gain points, the goal to BJJ is to gain positional advantage and apply a joint lock or choke and force your opponent into submission. BJJ endorses the concept that a smaller, weaker person using leverage and good technique can defend themselves on the ground against a larger, stronger opponent.

An outstanding aspect of BJJ is that, unlike many other martial arts, you can practice at 100% speed and power- meaning you don't have to "pull punches" so to speak. That might sound like a scary proposition but, as effective as BJJ is, it is still a very gentle art and you can practice all day long and not suffer injuries.

Our BJJ program has a specific affiliation with the Machado Jiu-Jitsu lineage through Brian Johnson of Northwest Jiu-Jitsu Academy.
　
SILAT

Throughout Southeast Asia, Silat describes a whole host of martial concepts and systems. From Silat we concentrate on an exact understanding of leverage, body positioning and brutal finishing. The Minnesota Kali Group's Silat classes feature Guro Inosanto's Maphilindo Silat, Kali Silat, Serak and the training taught by the late Pa Herman Suwanda's Mande Muda Silat system. The classes featuring this great art are the Silat, Kali and upper level Phase classes (Phase 2 and above).