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SUMMARY:Sarasota Living Mechanics Jiu-Jitsu Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar with Professor Alan Baker\nJuly 11\, 2026 • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nMartin Academy of Martial Arts • Sarasota\, Florida \n\nJoin Professor Alan Baker for a focused\, high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar built around the principles of Living Mechanics Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.\n \n\nA 4th Degree Black Belt under Master Pedro Sauer and Full Instructor under Erik Paulson in Combat Submission Wrestling\, Alan brings decades of experience teaching practical\, pressure-tested Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense\, personal development\, and long-term performance.\n \n\nThis seminar is designed to help students improve structure\, timing\, pressure\, transitions\, and overall understanding of how Jiu-Jitsu works under resistance.\n \n\n\nCLICK HERE TO CONTACT THE ACADEMY AND REGISTER\n\n \n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\nOver three hours\, Professor Baker will focus on concepts that immediately improve your ability to apply Jiu-Jitsu under pressure.\n \n\nStructure & Alignment – Learn how to use body mechanics and positioning to control larger\, stronger opponents.\nPressure & Control – Apply pressure intelligently to limit movement and create predictable reactions.\nTransitions That Work – Connect positions together through functional movement chains rather than isolated techniques.\nLiving Mechanics Concepts – Build your game from the inside out through posture\, frames\, structure\, and movement.\n\n\nExpect a strong emphasis on practical application\, connection between positions\, and concepts you can immediately use in your own training.\n \n\nWho This Seminar Is For\nThis event is ideal for: \n\nWhite to Black Belts who want a deeper understanding of Jiu-Jitsu rather than simply collecting techniques.\nInstructors looking to improve how they teach mechanics\, pressure\, and self-defense based Jiu-Jitsu.\nStudents From Any Affiliation interested in experiencing the Living Mechanics approach firsthand.\n\n\nYou do not need to be part of the Living Mechanics team to attend. All affiliations are welcome.\n \n\nWhy Train With Professor Baker?\n\nProfessor Alan Baker brings over four decades of martial arts experience and instructor credentials across more than 25 systems.\n \n\nSelf-Defense Driven – Built for real-world application\, not just sport performance.\nConcept Based – Easier to understand\, remember\, and apply under pressure.\nBattle Tested – Influenced by work with law enforcement\, executive protection\, and defensive tactics programs throughout the United States.\n\n\nYou are not simply learning techniques. You are learning how to think about Jiu-Jitsu in a way that makes your training more effective for the long term.\n \n\nEvent Details\n\nLocation:\nMartin Academy of Martial Arts\nSarasota\, Florida\n \n\nDate:\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026\n \n\nTime:\n9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n \n\nRegistration:\nContact Martin Academy of Martial Arts\n \n\nReserve Your Spot\n\nSpace is limited to keep the training hands-on\, detailed\, and interactive.\n \n\nIf you are serious about refining your Jiu-Jitsu and want to train with Professor Baker in person\, reserve your spot early.\n \n\nFor registration details and questions\, please contact the host academy directly.\n \n\n\n \n\nAdditional Study Options\n\n\nIf you would like to get more out of this seminar\, you can begin studying Professor Alan Baker’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu methods before the event.\n \n\nThe Living Mechanics approach focuses on body mechanics\, pressure\, timing\, structure\, and the concepts that make techniques work consistently against resistance.\n \n\nLearn more here:\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\nSchedule An Event With Professor Alan Baker\n\n\nWe are currently booking seminars\, workshops\, and training camps.\n \n\nIf you are an academy owner\, program director\, or training coordinator interested in hosting Professor Alan Baker\, contact our Operations Director\, Jennifer Wood.\n \n\nJennifer handles scheduling\, travel logistics\, and event coordination and can help you secure dates and begin the planning process.\n \n\nContact Jennifer through our team page:\n\n \nOur Team
URL:https://sifualanbaker.com/event/sarasota-living-mechanics-jiu-jitsu-seminar/
LOCATION:Martin Academy Of Martial Arts\, 6341 Porter Rd STE 5\, Sarasota\, FL 34240\, USA\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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SUMMARY:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Professor Alan Baker Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar\n\nJune 13\, 2026 from 9 am to 12 pm\nProfessor Alan Baker returns to Athens\, Georgia on June 13\, 2026 for another Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar. This session will explore everything from core fundamentals to advanced mechanical concepts\, with a strong focus on material from Alan’s specialized Living Mechanics Jiu-Jitsu program. The seminar is open to all practitioners\, regardless of rank or experience level. Everyone is welcome to join and train.\nRegister here\n\n  \nProfessor Alan Baker brings a rare and well-rounded perspective to the art of grappling. He holds a fourth-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Master Pedro Sauer\, a prestigious Full Instructorship under Master Erik Paulson\, and a second-degree black belt in Judo. In addition\, he holds instructor ranks in Filipino Dumog and Silat\, giving him deep experience across both Eastern and Western grappling systems. This diverse background allows him to teach with a highly specialized approach\, blending structure\, leverage\, and adaptability. Drawing from decades of cross-disciplinary study\, Professor Baker tailors his instruction to every student on the mat\, helping practitioners of all styles and levels develop a more complete and intelligent understanding of grappling. \nThis is the opportunity to experience high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu directly from Professor Alan Baker. This seminar is designed to refine fundamental mechanics\, expand understanding of leverage and control\, and expose students to unique methods drawn from Alan’s Living Mechanics Jiu-Jitsu program. Participants will leave with clearer structure\, improved efficiency\, and a deeper grasp of how to apply Jiu-Jitsu principles in real situations. \n  \n\n  \nWhat is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?\n \nBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art focused on leverage\, control\, and technique rather than size or strength.It teaches practitioners how to defend themselves by using positional control\, joint locks\, and chokeholds to neutralize an opponent. The art emphasizes ground fighting\, where most real altercations tend to end\, and it builds both physical skill and mental discipline through live\, hands-on practice. BJJ is often described as “human chess” because it challenges you to think strategically while applying precise mechanics. It’s one of the most effective self-defense systems in the world and a proven foundation for fitness\, confidence\, and personal growth. \nBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu was built on the principle that knowledge and leverage can overcome size and strength. Preserving that truth matters. This seminar exists to return to the art’s foundation\, efficiency\, structure\, and intelligent mechanics\, taught in a way that honors the lineage and advances the next generation of practitioners. Professor Baker’s mission is to help good people train smarter\, protect themselves\, and pass on authentic knowledge that strengthens the community. \n  \n\n  \nReserve Your Spot for the Athens BJJ Seminar\nDon’t miss this opportunity to train with one of the most well-rounded grappling instructors in the world. Space is limited to maintain hands-on instruction and individual feedback. \nJoin us on June 13\, 2026 in Athens\, Georgia. \nTrain smarter. Learn deeper. Experience Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu the way it was meant to be taught. \nClick Here & Register Now\nYou’ll leave with a clearer understanding of Jiu-Jitsu’s structure and how to make your techniques more efficient and effective. You’ll feel real improvement in your balance\, pressure\, and control. More importantly\, you’ll gain new perspective on how to train smarter\, not just harder\, and how to refine your personal game plan. Whether you’re a student or an instructor\, this experience will elevate your skill\, sharpen your awareness\, and reignite your motivation on the mat. \n  \n\n  \nLocation \n\nGracie Jiu Jitsu Athens (Georgia)\n165 Ben Burton Rd\, STE D.Bogart\, Ga 30622\n 706-549-1671\ngraciejiujitsuathens@gmail.com\nWEBSITE\n\n\nAditional Study Options\n \nIf you want to get more out of this seminar (or show up already speaking the same language)\, you can study Professor Alan Baker’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu methods ahead of time and access supporting material through his BJJ page here: https://sifualanbaker.com/alan-baker-brazilian-jiu-jitsu/ \nThis is where you can dig into Alan’s Living Mechanics approach to Jiu-Jitsu: the core principles that make positions work\, how to build timing and pressure without relying on size\, and how Alan connects tactics\, strategy\, and body mechanics into a functional game you can actually apply. If you want to sharpen your fundamentals and get familiar with the training concepts we’ll be using at the seminar\, start there and come in ready to train. \n\n  \nSchedule An Event With Professor Alan \nWe’re already booking seminars\, workshops\, and training camps for 2026. If you’re an academy owner\, program director\, or training coordinator and you’d like to host an event with Professor Alan Baker\, the best way to get the process started is to contact our Operations Director\, Jennifer Wood. Jennifer handles scheduling\, travel logistics\, and event coordination\, and she’ll help you lock in dates and get everything organized on your end.   \nYou can reach Jennifer through our Team page here: https://sifualanbaker.com/our-team/ \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://sifualanbaker.com/event/brazilian-jiu-jitsu-seminar/
LOCATION:Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Athens Georgia\, 165 Ben Burton Rd\, STE D.Bogart\, Ga 30622\, Athens\, GA\, 306622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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SUMMARY:PSBJJ / Baker Team Affiliate Training Day
DESCRIPTION:PSBJJ / Baker Team Affiliate Training Days\n\nREGISTER WITH THIS LINK: \nhttps://buy.stripe.com/bJe9ATbTR05nbUu9Fj7EQ0N \n  \nIn 2026 I will be hosting PSBJJ / Baker Team Affiliate Training Days. These are full-day training events designed to bring our regional Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association community together. \nThese days will focus primarily on the official curriculum of the Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association. The format is inspired by the affiliate training days I ran years ago at my academy\, which were always a fantastic way for members from across the region to connect\, share knowledge\, and train as one team. \nEach training day will feature sessions taught by myself as well as senior leaders and black belts from our region who are willing to share their expertise. These events will also provide an opportunity for PSBJJ / Baker Team affiliates to test for rank. \nWe will be holding one of these affiliate training days immediately following each of my two major annual events: \n\n\nMy annual Jiu-Jitsu Conference \n\n\nMy annual Jiu-Jitsu Training Camp \n\n\nIf you are already attending one of the above events\, you are more than welcome to add on this extra day with the registration link below. \n  \n\n\nCOST: $25\nCost: Attendance is just $25 per person\, which is an incredible value for a full day of training with multiple experienced instructors. \nYou do not have to be a member of the Pedro Sauer Association to attend. If you are not currently a member but would like to participate\, contact me directly through the website and I will provide you with all the information you need. \nThese training days are about more than just techniques. They are about building relationships\, sharpening skills\, and strengthening our Jiu-Jitsu community. \n\n  \nREGISTER WITH THIS LINK: \nhttps://buy.stripe.com/bJe9ATbTR05nbUu9Fj7EQ0N \n  \n  \n 
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LOCATION:Atlanta Martial Arts Center\, 180 Parkway 575\, Suite 110\, Woodstock\, GA 30188\, Woodstock\, GA\, 30188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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SUMMARY:Alan Baker's Jiu-Jitsu Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Alan ‘Dedão‘ Baker’s Jiu-Jitsu Conference 2026\nApril 17\, 2026 – April 18\, 2026\nTimes: 9-12 and 1-4 Each Day\nA Two-Day Immersion in Jiu-Jitsu In Woodstock Georgia\nJoin us in 2026 for an intensive three-day Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu event designed to expand your skills\, sharpen your timing\, and deepen your understanding of the art. This conference is built around my unique mechanical approach to grappling and Jiu-Jitsu\, developed over decades of training in multiple martial arts systems. \nOver the course of the event\, you will train in a progressive format that covers mechanics\, positional control\, transitions\, and submissions\, along with the integration of self-defense tactics for both armed and unarmed environments. Each session builds on the last\, moving from structured drills to fluid application\, ensuring you leave with both new techniques and the ability to apply them under pressure. \nThis is not a sport-only event. While the principles you will learn can enhance competitive performance\, the focus is on functional Jiu-Jitsu for all environments\, whether you are on the mats\, teaching students\, or handling a self-defense situation. \nWhether you are a dedicated student\, an instructor looking to refine your teaching\, or a practitioner seeking a deeper and more adaptable approach to Jiu-Jitsu\, this conference will challenge\, inspire\, and elevate your game. \nWhat We’ll Cover\nExact content will be adjusted to the skill level in the room\, but the training will revolve around: \n\nThe science of position: alignment\, posture\, base\, and pressure\nMovement that creates advantage: angles\, wedges\, frames\, and timing\nEscapes and recoveries that keep you from getting stuck underneath\nControl and transitions that lead to dominant positions\nHigh-percentage attacks that come from control\nSimple tactical decision-making you can use in rolling immediately\n\nWho This Seminar Is For\n\nBeginners who want a faster learning curve and fewer bad habits\nIntermediate students who want better efficiency and sharper mechanics\nAdvanced students who want higher-level problem solving and detail\nCoaches who want a structured way to teach mechanics and strategy\n\nWhat To Bring\n\nGi and belt & No-Gi (Both will be there)\nWater\nNotebook (optional)\nA readiness to train and learn\n\n  \nRegister Here: https://buy.stripe.com/eVq28r3nl3hzbUug3H7EQ0U\n  \n\n\nFeaturing Professor Alan Baker’s Living Mechanics Method\nThis year’s conference will feature special sessions taught by Professor Alan Baker\, who will present his unique method known as Living Mechanics. Developed over more than four decades of training in over 30 martial arts systems\, Living Mechanics is a principle-based approach to grappling and Jiu-Jitsu that goes far beyond memorizing techniques. \nThe method focuses on intelligent body alignment\, unitary motion\, and the ability to generate and control pressure with precision. It trains practitioners to read and respond to an opponent’s movements in real time\, adapt instantly to changes in position or resistance\, and apply these mechanics effectively in both sport and real-world self-defense situations\, including armed environments. \nLiving Mechanics offers a fluid\, adaptable\, and highly efficient approach to grappling that can elevate any practitioner’s game\, whether they are a competitor\, instructor\, or dedicated student of the art. \n\n\nAbout Professor Alan Baker\nAlan Baker is a globally recognized martial arts and self-defense instructor\, author\, and speaker. Known as the “Agent of Change\,” he has trained for over four decades and has taught professionally since 1990\, working with thousands of students over the past 30+ years. \nProfessor Baker is a 4th Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Pedro Sauer\, a Full Instructor under Erik Paulson\, and a 2nd Degree Judo Black Belt under Master Bob Byrd. His approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is built on a broad base of study across multiple martial arts\, giving him a wider lens than many single-system instructors. That depth translates into a stronger understanding of the “human machine” and how to teach positioning and movement so the art works under pressure\, especially against bigger\, more vigorous opponents. \nIn addition\, Alan’s background working with law enforcement and the military\, along with 18 years as a bodyguard\, gives him a serious self-defense lens. This seminar will stay rooted in solid jiu-jitsu\, but it will be taught with the realism and accountability that comes from real-world experience. \n  \n\n\nAditional Study Options\n \nIf you want to get more out of this seminar (or show up already speaking the same language)\, you can study Professor Alan Baker’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu methods ahead of time and access supporting material through his BJJ page here: https://sifualanbaker.com/alan-baker-brazilian-jiu-jitsu/ \nThis is where you can dig into Alan’s Living Mechanics approach to Jiu-Jitsu: the core principles that make positions work\, how to build timing and pressure without relying on size\, and how Alan connects tactics\, strategy\, and body mechanics into a functional game you can actually apply. If you want to sharpen your fundamentals and get familiar with the training concepts we’ll be using at the seminar\, start there and come in ready to train. \n  \n\n  \nSchedule An Event With Professor Alan \nWe’re already booking seminars\, workshops\, and training camps for 2026. If you’re an academy owner\, program director\, or training coordinator and you’d like to host an event with Professor Alan Baker\, the best way to get the process started is to contact our Operations Director\, Jennifer Wood. Jennifer handles scheduling\, travel logistics\, and event coordination\, and she’ll help you lock in dates and get everything organized on your end.   \nYou can reach Jennifer through our Team page here: https://sifualanbaker.com/our-team/ \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n  \nLocation \nAtlanta Martial Arts Center. \n180 Parkway 575\, Suite 110\nWoodstock\, GA 30188 \nPhone: 678-310-7207 \nhttps://atlantamartialartscenter.com/ \nWith over 20 years of experience\, we are proud to be one of the longest-established Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in the area. Led by 2nd Degree Black Belt Coach Iris Rousseau\, our academy blends expert instruction with a strong commitment to your personal growth. Our team of highly-trained instructors bring a wealth of knowledge in various martial arts and self-defense tactics. We prioritize creating a safe\, supportive environment where every student can thrive.
URL:https://sifualanbaker.com/event/alan-dedao-bakers-jiu-jitsu-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Atlanta Martial Arts Center\, 180 Parkway 575\, Suite 110\, Woodstock\, GA 30188\, Woodstock\, GA\, 30188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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