Happy New Year! After a well-deserved holiday break, we’re excited to announce that all classes are back on our regular schedule starting today, January 2nd. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just starting your martial arts journey, now is the perfect time to hit the mats and kick off 2025 with focus, growth, and energy.
What to Expect
We’re diving right back into training with a full lineup of classes for all ages and levels:
• Peewee (Ages 4-7): Building coordination, focus, and foundational skills in a fun environment.
• Kids & Juniors (Ages 7-17): Strengthening techniques and life skills while having a blast.
• Adult Classes: From beginner fundamentals to advanced sessions, we’ve got you covered.
• Morning and Evening Options: Whether you’re an early riser or prefer evening classes, our schedule has flexibility for everyone.
Why Start the Year on the Mats?
Training Jiu Jitsu is more than just a workout—it’s a chance to challenge yourself mentally and physically, build discipline, and be part of a supportive community. Whether your goal is to improve your fitness, compete, or simply have fun, our team is here to help you succeed.
Upcoming Highlights
Keep an eye out for exciting events and seminars in the coming months, including special guest instructors, in-house competitions, and community gatherings. Make sure you’re subscribed to our newsletter for updates!
Ready to Roll?
Let’s make 2025 your best year yet. Grab your gi, tie your belt, and join us today!
As the new year approaches, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the past and setting goals for the future. At El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu, we believe that growth requires more than just resolutions—it requires bold action and stepping into the unknown. To illustrate this, let’s explore an analogy we often use in training: the dark alley.
Imagine you’re walking down a familiar street. It’s well-lit, comfortable, and predictable. You know exactly where it leads because you’ve walked it a hundred times before. But this year, let’s consider something different. What if you chose to turn down a dark alley?
This alley is unknown. It’s intimidating. It’s filled with challenges you can’t yet see. But it’s also where transformation happens.
The Comfort of the Well-Lit Path
Most people stick to what’s comfortable: routines, habits, and behaviors that feel safe. There’s nothing wrong with that—it’s human nature to avoid unnecessary risks. But in Jiu Jitsu, as in life, growth comes from embracing discomfort and doing things differently.
Repetition may refine your skills, but innovation pushes boundaries. If you want to be different—whether as a martial artist, a professional, or a person—you have to do things that others won’t.
The Challenge of the Dark Alley
Walking down that dark alley means trying what feels uncertain. It’s the beginner who steps onto the mat for the first time, unsure of what to expect. It’s the seasoned practitioner learning a new technique that feels awkward and clunky at first. It’s competing in your first tournament, not knowing how it will turn out.
In 2025, we challenge you to take those steps into the unknown. Whether it’s committing to early morning classes, focusing on a weak area of your game, or simply showing up when life feels overwhelming, the dark alley is where you’ll find your edge.
Choosing to Be Different
At El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu, we’re proud of our community’s drive to continually improve. This year, let’s all commit to doing something different to be different. Here’s how:
Set Uncomfortable Goals: What scares you? What feels just out of reach? Write it down and take the first step.
Seek Out Challenges: Roll with higher belts. Drill the techniques that frustrate you. Embrace failure as part of the process.
Stay Consistent: The dark alley doesn’t get easier overnight, but showing up consistently will build your confidence and strength.
Growth Beyond the Mats
The lessons learned on the mats translate directly into life. Maybe your dark alley is starting a new career, having a difficult conversation, or pursuing a passion you’ve set aside. The mindset of doing different to be different isn’t limited to Jiu Jitsu—it’s a philosophy that can redefine your year.
Join Us in 2025
This year, we invite everyone in the El Dorado Hills community to step into their own version of the dark alley. Whether you’re new to Jiu Jitsu or a longtime practitioner, our mats are a place to grow, adapt, and thrive.
Let’s make 2025 the year of doing different to be different. The well-lit path may be safe, but the dark alley is where greatness is forged.
Are you ready to take the turn?
El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu offers classes for all ages and experience levels. Join us to start your journey of transformation today.
