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Anibal Lobo Bio
Posted on 12. Jul, 2010 by SeanHaleyMuayThai in Blog
Anibal Lobo was born in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio De Janeiro. He was
introduced to Jiu-Jitsu when he was 15 years old by his childhood friends Rickson Gracie and Pedro Sauer. He began training with the legendary Helio Gracie at the Rio Branco Academy in 1977. The Academy later moved to the Humaita neighborhood where Anibal received his Blue Belt from Rickson Gracie in 1980. The Humaita Gracie Academy continues to be the one of Brazil’s leading Jiu-Jitsu centers.
In 1988 Anibal and Pedro Sauer moved to Los Angeles, following Rickson Gracie to the United States with their mutual commitment to help bring Gracie Jiu-Jitsu to America. He continued training with Rickson and later moved to Provo, Utah to teach with Pedro Sauer representing the Rickson Gracie Association. In 1998, at the first Rickson Gracie International Competition, Anibal was presented with a special award by Rickson Gracie at a ceremony honoring his important role in the development of Jiu-Jitsu. He began representing the Pedro Sauer Association in 2000 – teaching classes in Salinas, South Central Los Angeles and various other locations throughout California. He received his Black Belt from Pedro Sauer in 2007.
Anibal’s goal is to inspire his students to develop an exceptional grasp of the techniques and traditions of Jiu-Jitsu and achieve a higher level of skills and self-confidence that will enrich their lives both on and off the mat. His focus is not only on teaching his students the kinds of skills that will be important to them in Jiu-Jitsu competitions, but also to help them develop the practical self-defense skills that form a crucial foundation of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and are essential for everyday life. Anibal lives by his grandfather’s advice, “You can count the days of your life or you can make every day count.” He adds that Jiu-Jitsu teaches a person be humble, to appreciate the value of other human beings, and to be a better person.
He considers it his responsibility to help pass Jiu-Jitsu on to future generations. Anibal has known his wife, Hilda James, since they were both 14 years old. He fondly remembers their going to school together with Rickson Gracie and Pedro Sauer. Their first kiss was behind Helio Gracie’s piano.
June Newsletter
Posted on 11. Jun, 2010 by SeanHaleyMuayThai in Blog, Newsletters
Oregon Martial Arts Newsletter June 2010
In This Issue:
- Kids Total Defense Program News
- Academy News
- Muay Thai News
- Gracie Jiu-Jitsu News
Kids Total Defense Program News
Summer Raffle Ticket Program!
Summer is here!
We hope our Tiny Tigers, Junior Dragons, and Teen Tigers enjoy their time off from school, but we don’t want them to miss their martial art classes. So as an incentive to come to class this summer we are offering two raffle tickets to each student every time they come in to train. At the end of summer we will have a VIP Party, and we will pick out a raffle ticket to see who wins the grand prize. Whoever has the most tickets will have a higher chance of winning the prize.
New Referral Program!
We would like to take a moment to tell you about the Oregon Martial Arts Referral program. This program is designed to attract quality students like our current members. The program is a great way to let other children receive the benefits of martial arts that your child receives at Oregon Martial Arts. In addition, it is always fun for a child to have his or her friend in the same class and can also be useful for carpooling.
The program very simply works off a OMAC card which we have at the front desk. The recipient of the card receives a uniform and 3 introductory classes for $14.95, at this time a student will get 4extra raffell tickets. When they decide to become a member, the student that referred their friend will then receive $50 cash!
Feel free to give this card to anyone you like or someone your child may be interested in having in class with them. Thank you for your time and support.
Academy News
Black Belt Club (BBC)
Black Belt Club will be doing an exciting demonstration at 6:30 p.m. this Friday at the Tigard Cinemas. The premiere will start at 7:00 p.m.
Please Join us at Regal Tigard 11 Cinemas
11626 SW Pacific Hwy, Tigard, OR – (800) 326-3264 x332
Please click on the link below to order your tickets now!
http://www.fandango.com/thekaratekid2010_48651/movieoverview?date=6/11/2010
OREGON MARTIAL ARTS PRESENTS THE SIDE KICK FOUNDATION!
Need your car washed!? Please join us on 6/19th at 11am Charity Car wash for At risk Kids!
This event will be held at Firestone Complete Auto Care; 13500 Sw Pacific Hwy Tigard Or 97223.
Sidekick Foundation The Sidekick Foundation, Inc. is an IRS approved 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization.
Over 50 psychological and medical studies done over the past 35 years show that martial arts training can improve mental, physical and spiritual health. The Sidekick foundation has partnered up with Oregon Martial Arts to provide scholarships for at-risk children to take martial arts lessons thus building their mental, physical or spiritual strength to live a healthier, more value-oriented life.
For at-risk children this training can substantially improve their quality of life for the rest of their lives. Our “at risk” children’s program takes kids who are on the brink of getting into trouble and puts them on “the straight and narrow” by providing scholarships for them to take martial arts lessons. Martial arts training improves the ability to focus, to concentrate, self-discipline, self-confidence, self-esteem, and the ability to manage stress. Martial arts also provides positive peer influence, pro-social activity and positive leadership from the instructors.
If you would like to contribute to the foundation or know of at-risk youth that may benefit from our classes please come to the front desk to get more info or an application for a scholarship for child you know who could benefit from training at Oregon Martial Arts.
Oregon Martial Arts Students do you have a question about your membership?
Do you need to change an account number? Do you have questions about your EFT account? If so, please give Ahmed of the Educational Funding Company a call. He is a great guy and gets things done fast!Just call (301) 654-8677 & ask for Ahmed Ashfaque …Or Email- ahmed@efconline.com
June 17th, 2010 is Test Day!
Please check with front desk to see if you are testing this month.
Muay Thai News
Thanks to all the Oregon Martial Art Muay Thai students for supporting the Master Chai Sirisute seminar this last weekend.
Master Chai Sirisute, founder and president of the Thai Boxing Association (TBA) of the United States. Master Chai, known to his disciples as Ajarn Chai, is credited with bringing the art of Thai Boxing to the United States. For over 40 years now, he has defined the rhythm, technique, and form of Muay Thai.
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Gracie Jiu Jitsu News
We Have Added 2 New Class Times and 3 Open Mat Sessions!!
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu at Noon on Wednesday & Thursdays taught by Anibal Lobo
Open Mat will be open to students of the Oregon Martial Arts Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Program on 8pm on Tuesday & Thursday and also Sunday morning at 9 am
Super Secret Seminar!!!
Also,the new patch will be coming out soon, we will put it on our facebook page when it is finished:
Would you like to Volunteer for the next tournament at OMAC ?
We are looking for volunteers for the next Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Tournament at Oregon Martial Arts in the fall, please put your name on the list at the front desk. There are many different duties that we can use the help with!
See you on the mat,
Sensei Sean Haley
Oregon Martial Arts
March Newsletter
Posted on 05. Mar, 2010 by SeanHaleyMuayThai in Blog, Newsletters
Oregon Martial Arts Newsletter
March 15th, 2010
In This Issue
Kids Total Defense Program News
Academy News
Muay Thai News
Gracie Jiu Jitsu News
Quick Links…
Photo Day was Awesome!!
We want to say thank you to everyone who came out for photo day.We had a great turn out this year and now have the pictures available for pickup.
NO CLASSES SATURDAY MARCH 20, 2010
Due to our Gracie Jiu Jitsu Tournament. Kids and Adult Classes will be cancelled. Please call if you have any questions
Academy News
March 17th, 2010 is Test Day!
The third wednesday is almost here! Here are the students that are testing for thier next belt level! Remember there will be no regular class on this day.
ST. JUDES CHILDRESNS HOSPITAL KICK – A – THON!
We would like to invite you to join us for our first fundraiser for St. Judes Childrens Hospital!
We will be holding a kick -a- thon Saturday April 24th ,2010.
Kick – a – thon will start at 8:00am and will go until 8:00pm!
Students, parents and friends are welcome!
Please help us raise money by participating in this event!
More details will be coming soon!
DO YOU HAVE FACEBOOK?
Become a fan of Oregon Martial Arts Facebook page. We plan on posting videos, blog about school events, offer discounts, and help you stay in touch with the local martial arts community.
Click here to see OMA Facebook!
Muay Thai News
OUR SCHEDULE HAS BEEN MODIFIED!
Adult Muay Thai Classes will now be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, as well as at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and Saturday morning at 10:45 a.m.
Gracie Jiu Jitsu News
Upcoming Events
Oregon Martial Arts would like to welcome back Anibal Lobo!
He was teaching at Oregon Martial Arts in Janurary 2007 and we are happy to say that he has returned!
Anibal Lobo will teach classes on Tuesday, Thursday at 7p.m. as well as Saturday at 11:30 a.m.
Sean Haley will still teach the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Core Class on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 6:15 p.m.
March 20th -”FLOW WITH THE GO” Gracie Jiu Jitsu Tournament
Registrations begins at 9:00am at Oregon Martial Arts Club.
April 10th – James Gavsie Seminar in Stayton, OR
Join us for this opportunity to train in one of the most complete and proven ground fighting systems. Martial Arts Defense Systems and Oregon Martial Arts Club are hosting a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu seminar with James Gavsie on Saturday, April 10 from 12-3PM.
Price is $60
James Gavsie is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Professor Pedro Sauer. He is the founder and Chief Instructor of MAX IMPACT Martial Arts in Pacific Palisades, CA. MaxImpactMa.com
SPACE IS LIMITED! Register now!
No previous experience is required to attend the seminar.
Please contact the front desk to pre-register
The Seminar will be held at:
Stayton Self Defense
205 N. 1st Ave.
Stayton, OR 97383
503-767-4440
MAdefensesystems.com
See you on the mat,
Sensei Sean Haley
Oregon Martial Arts
