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Precision Coach Karl Nemeth Earns First Degree Black Belt
In a special ceremony at Precision’s sister school Pure Mixed Martial Arts in Denville, NJ Precision Boxing and MMA coach Karl Nemeth was awarded his first degree black belt under Jamie Cruz. Jamie is a staple of the northeast jiu-jitsu scene and a long time coach of Precision head instructor Brian McLaughlin. Coach Karl is…
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A Look Inside Precision Mixed Martial Arts – Precision MMA
Sam Rivera gives unique look at Precision Mixed Martial Arts in LaGrange, NY. This video is narrated by Precision’s head coach Brian McLaughlin and looks at what motivated him to open Precision as well as what drives students and coaches alike to keep coming back on the mat day after day. If you live in…
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Poughkeepsie BJJ program at Precision MMA produces NAGA Champs!
Congratulations to Precision MMA grapplers Andrew Geisler and Mike Russo who took first place at this past weekend’s North American Grappling Association tournament. Mike showed the composure of a veteran despite this being his very first time competing. He used skillful guillotine chokes and top positioning to cruise to victory. Andrew stole the show by…
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Jiu-jitsu and humility
Precision MMA’s head coach Brian McLaughlin discusses how training Brazilian Jiu-jitsu can lead both to a healthy sense of humility and a realistic sense of confidence. Start your jiu-jitsu journey at Precision Mixed Martial Arts near Poughkeepsie, New York by calling 845-392-8495 or visit http://www.poughkeepsiebrazilianjiu-jitsu.com
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Self Defense jiu-jitsu vs Modern BJJ – Both Shine at Precision MMA
In most schools students are forced to make a difficult choice. Do they want to learn techniques that will keep them safe against a street fight or the cutting edge modern sport jiu-jitsu moves. The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world is embroiled in a heated debate with each side insisting they are more worthy. At Precision MMA…
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Hassan wins! Poughkeepsie BJJ
This past weekend Precision MMA’s Hassan Khan took part in a the charity Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu event “Tap out Cancer”. Hassan trained very hard for this event and took home multiple medals, earning first place in no-gi and third place in gi (losing on the horrible rule “knee reaping DQ”). Way to go Hassan! To find…
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Poughkeepsie Martial Arts – The Gentle Art of Jiu-Jitsu: From Ancient Japan to Modern Day Poughkeepsie, New York
From its earliest origins in 17th century Japan to its 21st century application at Precision MMA in Poughkeepsie, New York, the martial art of “Jiu-Jitsu” has been a way for smaller opponents to overcome their larger adversaries. Translated from Japanese, “Jiu” literally means “gentle” and “Jitsu”, “art”. Akiyama Shirobei Yoshitoki created the first style of…
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I think the kid with the pony tail just killed that bald dude… (Poughkeepsie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu)
Poughkeepsie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Looks can be deceiving, when one sees someone just shy of 6 feet weighing 140 pounds soaking wet they typically aren’t intimidated; especially when he has a pony tail and bears a striking resemblance to the lead singer of Alice in Chains. Karl is an exception to the rule. In…
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Poughkeepsie jiu-jitsu team among best in NY State
Poughkeepsie Jiu-Jitsu Precision MMA‘s Poughkeepsie jiu-jitsu team recently competed at the New York State Grappling Championship in Albany, NY. Precision MMA has long been known as one of the best Poughkeepsie jiu-jitsu teams on the local circuit, but this was a big step up in competition. Competitors traveled close to 100 miles and did not…