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  • Mad Science New Schedule Starting 5 Feb 2024

    Mad Science New Schedule Starting 5 Feb 2024

    Team, Starting Monday February 5th we are starting the new schedule. Here are the highlights: 1) No changes to the youth program or times 2) Mat 1 is the main Jiujitsu/Judo floor on the top floor 3) Mat 2 is the kickboxing room on the lower floor. 4) "Open" means that the space is available for drilling and training but is not a dedicated instructional class 5) The weight room is available for se anytime the gym is open for anyone high school age and up. 6) Adult Jiu-Jitsu Monday through Friday will start at 7:15 (Mat 1) 7) Combatives classes have been added to Mondays and Saturdays (Mat 1) 8) Sambo class has been added to Wednesdays (6:15 ....

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  • Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 3: Growth through Failure)

    Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 3: Growth through Failure)

    Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 3: Growth through Failure) By Ted Chittenden 2/24/2022 www.madsciencejudoandjiujitsu.com Growth through failure Failure is just part of life, but it is critical for our growth and development both in Jiu-Jitsu and in our personal lives. The most important element of failure is that you first had to have tried. Just trying, especially something new, is a victory in and of itself. It is a demonstration of your courage and desire to grow. This should be something we celebrate, not used as a deterrent from trying again and trying other things. The second benefit of failing, is that we can learn something, ask the question – why did this ....

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  • Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 2: Beyond Fighting)
    8 Feb 2022

    Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 2: Beyond Fighting)

    Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 2: Beyond Fighting) By Ted Chittenden 2/8/2022 www.madsciencejudoandjiujitsu.com This part of “Why Jiu-Jitsu” will focus on benefits that Jiu-Jitsu can bring into your life that go beyond the ability to fight and defend yourself against other human beings. Typically, people come into my academy for either the ability to defend themselves or to get into better shape. Without question, our Jiu-Jitsu can provide the individual both of those things, but I really do not think that is what keeps people around year after year. It is all the other benefits that yield from Jiu-Jitsu that keep people coming back. In reality, I am in the business ....

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  • Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 1: Self-Defense Perspective)
    27 Jan 2022

    Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 1: Self-Defense Perspective)

    Why Jiu-Jitsu? (Part 1: Self-Defense Perspective) By Ted Chittenden 1/27/2022 I have practiced martial arts for most of my life. I have studied various types of martial arts over the decades, and one question I often receive is why Jiu-Jitsu? The short answer is because it works. However, the term “works” can be a bit more complex and it extends far beyond human combat. Part 1: Self-defense perspectives. From a combative/self-defense perspective, I am more inclined to favor arts that have more emphasis on grappling versus striking, especially regarding self-defense. Those that know me, might think this to be hypocritical on my part; questions ....

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  • Mad Science November 2024 Raffle

    Team, As noted in this week’s Mad Science Lesson plan and notes, below are more details on the November raffle. Key dates: The event starts on 01 November. The even will end on 30 November. On Monday December 2 nd we will have the youngest attending Youth member draw the tickets for the winners. How to earn tickets: Share Mad Science FaceBook Page post (to your personal page) - 1 ticket Check in on FaceBook before/after classes you attend -1 ticket Tag Mad Science on a FaceBook post with a picture of you on the mats (or your family member) - 2 tickets Review Mad Science on Facebook - 5 tickets Write Mad Science a Google review - 10 tickets Bring a ....

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  • Mad Science notes and lesson plan for 28 Oct – 02 Nov 2024

    Team, Here is the Mad Science notes and lesson plan for 28 Oct – 02 Nov 2024. Jiu-Jitsu Focus: 1. Adults: Curriculum Review by Groups / Halloween Open Training 2. Youth: Game Skills applications 3. Women Only class: Foundations Development Judo Focus :Tsurokomi goshi and Ashi Waza Kickboxing Focus: Sparring concepts and mechanics Sambo Focus: Ashi Waza Combatives Focus : Skills Review Notes: Thursday (Halloween) we will not have youth classes. We will have an adult open rolling session starting at 6:30 – wear your favorite costume or regular clothes and see how it holds up to Jiu-Jitsu (like ....

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  • Mad Science notes and lesson plan for 21-26 Oct 2024

    Team, Here is the Mad Science notes and lesson plan for 21-26 Oct 2024. Jiu-Jitsu Focus: 1. Adults: Curriculum Review by Groups / Special Guest Instructor Thursday 2. Youth: Game Skills applications 3. Women Only class: Foundations Development Judo Focus :Combinations and Set-ups Kickboxing Focus: Sparring concepts and mechanics Sambo Focus: Combinations and Set-ups Combatives Focus : No Combative this week Notes: We have a guest instructor for adult Jiu-Jitsu on Thursday. My good friend Kirk will be presenting some neat Nort/South choke concepts. The Women’s only class will start at 5:00 ....

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  • Mad Science notes and lesson plan for 14-20 Oct 2024

    Team, Here is the Mad Science notes and lesson plan for 14-20 Oct 2024. Jiu-Jitsu Focus: 1. Adults: Bottom Side Control 2. Youth: Skills Review 3. Women Only class: Foundations Development Judo Focus :Renraku and Renzoku waza (combination techniques) Kickboxing Focus: Sparring concepts and mechanics Sambo Focus: Combinations and Set Ups Combatives Focus : No Combative this week Notes: Congratulations to Payden on his second stripe on his brown belt and Coach Ted on his second degree black belt promotion. Coach Ted will be conducting a seminar on Saturday, as a result no Judo or combatives class on ....

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  • Mad Science notes and lesson plan for 7-12 Oct 2024

    Team, Here is the Mad Science notes and lesson plan for 7-12 Oct 2024. Jiu-Jitsu Focus: 1. Adults: Top Side Control 2. Youth: Skills Review (No youth classes on THU) 3. Women Only class: Foundations Development Judo Focus :Seio Nage Deep Dive Kickboxing Focus: Sparring concepts and mechanics Sambo Focus: No Sambo this week Combatives Focus : No Combative this week Notes: Coach Ted (and some of the senior ranking members) will be at the Fall training camp this week. As a result there will be some schedule changes Thursday – Saturday: No youth ....

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Two Women In A BJJ Class near Oak Ridge

Garrett F.

I could not be happier with the quality of the instruction and the comfort level walking in the door.  Ted is an easy conversation and will defiantly keep things understandable regardless of the level you are on.  Not only do I train, but my kids train with him as well.  And, I have no reservations about recommending him to any adult or child wanting to learn.

Scott T.

BJJ is ton of fun and brings me back to wrestling around with my freinds and family.On top of that great atmosphere and instruction provided by coach ted.

Lane W.

I highly recommend trying mad science judo and Jiu-Jitsu. I am from out of town, but visit the area a couple times of year and have been looking for a go to gym to train at while in town. I showed up for a Friday open mat, and the training was great. Ted (the Black Belt Instructor) treated me like a valued member of his school, and by the end of the night I felt like I was a true member of the school. great people, great atmosphere, and great instruction. I highly recommend to anyone in the oak ridge/ Knoxville area to give this school a shot. I will definitely be back when I come back to town

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