Troy Holton's Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu

ABOUT US

Established in 2005, Black Dragon Jiu-Jitsu offers a unique training experience. We SPECIALIZE in the martial art of Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. It is what we believe makes us better all around Martial Artist.

The head instructor is Si-Jo Troy Holton who has over 25 years of martial art experience behind his belt. Our facility is open 6 days a week and offers over 1500 sq ft of fully matted space which is centrally located in downtown Harrison, Arkansas. Our average class size is about 15 people so there is LOTS of one on one instruction.

TROY HOLTON'S MARTIAL ARTS LINEAGE

Troy began Martial Arts in 1985 in the style of Tae Kwon Do under the Instruction of Randy Edwards a Student of Troy Burleson whom Troy also studied under. Troy earned the Rank of Red Belt before going into the Military. While in the Military Troy studied Kickboxing under Ivan Kravits of New York, who was a Shotokan Karate Martial Artist. After the Military Troy studied Shotokan Karate and Kickboxing under C.L. Bergeron. Mr. Bergeron was a former PKA Kickboxer who was ranked 5th in the world when he retired. He also held the Middle Weight Championship at one time during his career. Troy earned his first Black Belt in Shotokan Karate from Mr. Bergeron.

Troy eventually earned the Rank of 6th Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate. Troy also studied Bok Fu Kenpo Ju Jitsu under Grand Master Rhuel Luttrell earning a Purple Belt in that style. Troy also studied Kou Sho San Shou Kung Fu under Grand Master Luttrell earning his highest rank of 7th Degree in that style. Troy is still gaining and learning from Gran Master Luttrell to this day.

Troy also studied Kodokan Judo under Grand Master Rick Scott earning his 2nd Degree Black Belt under Grand Master Scott, Grand Master Rhuel Luttrell and O’Sensei Porter, the highest ranking Kodokan Judo Black Belt in America. Troy has been inducted into the Black Belt Martial Arts Hall of Fame three times as Master Instructor of the Year. In 2005 Troy founded his own style of Martial Arts, Black Dragon San Shou Jiu-Jitsu. Troy founded his art based on his experience and knowledge wanting a direction of practicality and ease of learning. This style was recognized by O’Sensei Porter in 2010.

Troy is currently a student under Ryron and Rener Gracie and holds a Blue Belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu from the World Famous Gracie Academy in Torrance, California. Troy is a recognized Affiliate Leader of a Gracie Garage known as Razorback Jiu-Jitsu.

Troy continues to teach out of Grand Master Rhuel Luttrell’s Dojo, The Academy of Self Defense and Karate, where he is the Senior Instructor.

WHAT IS JIU JITSU?

Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that originated in Japan over 1000 years ago and has many sub styles that focus on different aspects of the art. However, all styles of jiu jitsu have these qualities in common: joint locking, throws, takedowns, submissions, chokes and grappling. Some focus on self defense while others focus on ground grappling and sport. We are happy to provide all of the above!

WHY STUDY BLACK DRAGON JIU JITSU AND JUDO?

If you are taking the time to read this article it is because you want to make an informed decision about your future martial arts journey. The reason I am such an advocate for Black Dragon jiu jitsu and Judo is because it truly is a complete package. It is a combat art that can be applied to many different mediums. It offers self defense application from kicks, punches, head locks, grabs, throws, joint locks, the mount and just about any possible 'attack situation.' It also has a sport aspect to it that is the best work out on earth!

Did you know that aspects of jiu jitsu have been incorporated into the other martial arts? From Aikido to Krav Maga to Sytema to Judo to the tactical response of police departments and the special forces! In real combat, versus any other fighting style, it is virtually unmatched.

BUT DON'T ALL MARTIAL ARTS PROVIDE A COMPLETE PACKAGE?

No, they don't. The majority of arts are 'specific' to a certain philosophical boundaries. Judo is primarily a sport throwing art. Tae Kwon Do is primarily a kicking art. Escrima is primarily a knife and stick fighting art. Aikido is primarily a defensive art with no major strikes or ground defense. Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that involves all ranges, from kicking and punching to infighting, clinching and grappling. By using positional dominance, strikes, joint locks, chokes, pressure points, leverage, evasion, and unbalancing, Black Dragon jiu jitsu practitioners learn the easiest ways to protect themselves.

By applying leverage in the right amounts and at the right places, the Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu practitioner is able to generate tremendous force without using strength. He/She uses the weight and power of his entire body to create leverage. This leverage is then directed towards the weakest areas of his opponent's body. Unlike other arts, Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu teaches you techniques that involve close quarter, grappling, and GROUND fighting.

Jiu Jitsu is an art that has been tested and PASSED on the Japanese battlefield, in the ring of the MMA Pro leagues and street fighting defense tactics. No other art can claim this. It simply works.

I spent the early years of my martial art career looking for an art that I felt would do the best in the real world. I did not find Jiu-Jitsu or Judo until after years and years of training in other styles. I asked the same questions as you are and I was lucky enough to find Jiu Jitsu. I also wanted an art that was an intense work out.

There are so many instructors from other arts, like karate, Tae Kwon Do, Judo that cross train in Jiu Jitsu . The reason for this is because they understand the importance of grappling and ground fighting. If they don't espouse this to their students, they are doing a great disservice to them.

While we encourage the majority of self defense situations to remain on your feet, statistics show that most street fights (90%) end up with the combatants in a clinch (holds or headlocks) and eventually falling to the ground, either deliberately or by accident. Knowing how to fight while on the ground, be it on your back or in a mounted position, is of utmost importance. Instead of simply flailing about, you will learn sweeps, locks, chokes, and positional dominance and control, even over someone stronger and heavier.

Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu is one of the self-defense systems that effectively addresses the intricacies of ground fighting and close quarter fighting. Simplicity rules in combat and jujitsu does not advocate fancy or flamboyant kicks or punches.

The study of Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu let's one reap the benefits of self defense, self perfection, and body enhancement. If you are looking for a change in your life pattern or want to continue on your path for a fit life, we welcome you. The exercise benefits alone could be reason enough to study Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu. It is a high intensity anaerobic/aerobic work out which keeps the mind sharp and alert.

We look forward to hearing from you!


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	ABOUT US Established in 2005, Black Dragon Jiu-Jitsu offers a unique training experience. We SPECIALIZE in the martial art of Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. It is what we believe makes us better all around Martial Artist. The head instructor is Si-Jo Troy Holton who has over 25 years of martial art experience behind his belt. Our facility is open 6 days a week and offers over 1500 sq ft of fully matted space which is centrally located in downtown Harrison, Arkansas. Our average class size is about 15 people so there is LOTS of one on one instruction. TROY HOLTON'S MARTIAL ARTS LINEAGE Troy began Martial Arts in 1985 in the style of Tae Kwon Do under the Instruction of Randy Edwards a Student of Troy Burleson whom Troy also studied under. Troy earned the Rank of Red Belt before going into the Military. While in the Military Troy studied Kickboxing under Ivan Kravits of New York, who was a Shotokan Karate Martial Artist. After the Military Troy studied Shotokan Karate and Kickboxing under C.L. Bergeron. Mr. Bergeron was a former PKA Kickboxer who was ranked 5th in the world when he retired. He also held the Middle Weight Championship at one time during his career. Troy earned his first Black Belt in Shotokan Karate from Mr. Bergeron. Troy eventually earned the Rank of 6th Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate. Troy also studied Bok Fu Kenpo Ju Jitsu under Grand Master Rhuel Luttrell earning a Purple Belt in that style. Troy also studied Kou Sho San Shou Kung Fu under Grand Master Luttrell earning his highest rank of 7th Degree in that style. Troy is still gaining and learning from Gran Master Luttrell to this day. Troy also studied Kodokan Judo under Grand Master Rick Scott earning his 2nd Degree Black Belt under Grand Master Scott, Grand Master Rhuel Luttrell and O’Sensei Porter, the highest ranking Kodokan Judo Black Belt in America. Troy has been inducted into the Black Belt Martial Arts Hall of Fame three times as Master Instructor of the Year. In 2005 Troy founded his own style of Martial Arts, Black Dragon San Shou Jiu-Jitsu. Troy founded his art based on his experience and knowledge wanting a direction of practicality and ease of learning. This style was recognized by O’Sensei Porter in 2010. Troy is currently a student under Ryron and Rener Gracie and holds a Blue Belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu from the World Famous Gracie Academy in Torrance, California. Troy is a recognized Affiliate Leader of a Gracie Garage known as Razorback Jiu-Jitsu. Troy continues to teach out of Grand Master Rhuel Luttrell’s Dojo, The Academy of Self Defense and Karate, where he is the Senior Instructor. WHAT IS JIU JITSU? Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that originated in Japan over 1000 years ago and has many sub styles that focus on different aspects of the art. However, all styles of jiu jitsu have these qualities in common: joint locking, throws, takedowns, submissions, chokes and grappling. Some focus on self defense while others focus on ground grappling and sport. We are happy to provide all of the above! WHY STUDY BLACK DRAGON JIU JITSU AND JUDO? If you are taking the time to read this article it is because you want to make an informed decision about your future martial arts journey. The reason I am such an advocate for Black Dragon jiu jitsu and Judo is because it truly is a complete package. It is a combat art that can be applied to many different mediums. It offers self defense application from kicks, punches, head locks, grabs, throws, joint locks, the mount and just about any possible 'attack situation.' It also has a sport aspect to it that is the best work out on earth! Did you know that aspects of jiu jitsu have been incorporated into the other martial arts? From Aikido to Krav Maga to Sytema to Judo to the tactical response of police departments and the special forces! In real combat, versus any other fighting style, it is virtually unmatched. BUT DON'T ALL MARTIAL ARTS PROVIDE A COMPLETE PACKAGE? No, they don't. The majority of arts are 'specific' to a certain philosophical boundaries. Judo is primarily a sport throwing art. Tae Kwon Do is primarily a kicking art. Escrima is primarily a knife and stick fighting art. Aikido is primarily a defensive art with no major strikes or ground defense. Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that involves all ranges, from kicking and punching to infighting, clinching and grappling. By using positional dominance, strikes, joint locks, chokes, pressure points, leverage, evasion, and unbalancing, Black Dragon jiu jitsu practitioners learn the easiest ways to protect themselves. By applying leverage in the right amounts and at the right places, the Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu practitioner is able to generate tremendous force without using strength. He/She uses the weight and power of his entire body to create leverage. This leverage is then directed towards the weakest areas of his opponent's body. Unlike other arts, Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu teaches you techniques that involve close quarter, grappling, and GROUND fighting. Jiu Jitsu is an art that has been tested and PASSED on the Japanese battlefield, in the ring of the MMA Pro leagues and street fighting defense tactics. No other art can claim this. It simply works. I spent the early years of my martial art career looking for an art that I felt would do the best in the real world. I did not find Jiu-Jitsu or Judo until after years and years of training in other styles. I asked the same questions as you are and I was lucky enough to find Jiu Jitsu. I also wanted an art that was an intense work out. There are so many instructors from other arts, like karate, Tae Kwon Do, Judo that cross train in Jiu Jitsu . The reason for this is because they understand the importance of grappling and ground fighting. If they don't espouse this to their students, they are doing a great disservice to them. While we encourage the majority of self defense situations to remain on your feet, statistics show that most street fights (90%) end up with the combatants in a clinch (holds or headlocks) and eventually falling to the ground, either deliberately or by accident. Knowing how to fight while on the ground, be it on your back or in a mounted position, is of utmost importance. Instead of simply flailing about, you will learn sweeps, locks, chokes, and positional dominance and control, even over someone stronger and heavier. Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu is one of the self-defense systems that effectively addresses the intricacies of ground fighting and close quarter fighting. Simplicity rules in combat and jujitsu does not advocate fancy or flamboyant kicks or punches. The study of Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu let's one reap the benefits of self defense, self perfection, and body enhancement. If you are looking for a change in your life pattern or want to continue on your path for a fit life, we welcome you. The exercise benefits alone could be reason enough to study Black Dragon Jiu Jitsu. It is a high intensity anaerobic/aerobic work out which keeps the mind sharp and alert. We look forward to hearing from you!
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