Jo trained hard giving it her all during fight camp. And as always, she fought her heart out! Even when her opponent didn’t make weight, and Jo was given the option of forfeiting the fight or go up a weight class, she did not back down. ” ℎ ℎ , ’ ℎ . ‘ !” […]
On this week’s Meet the Team, meet Ethan Major who started BJJ after being bullied in public school. It helped him gain confidence and self-esteem. He now teaches OAMA’s children’s programs and is a professional athlete who just competed across the U.S. “I’ve seen kids like me who had low confidence and weren’t sure, attend […]
You’ve heard it before, OAMA is a family. Professor Hammer Hache has some inspiring words for everyone in this video. Watch Hammer’s video here. “Here to HELP! Thank you to everyone who has asked me and the team for help as of late. If you need help in these difficult times please don’t wait. If […]
Did you know Eric Nadon started training in striking arts like Kickboxing, Boxing, and Muay Thai before going full-on in BJJ? On this week’s , learn why he ❤️’s BJJ, teaching all ages, and what he sees himself doing at 70 yrs old. Watch Eric’s video here. Eric has been training in martial arts for […]
“Jiu-jitsu is where my heart is.” The first thing you notice about Jo Maisonneuve is usually her smile. You can’t miss it! As a purple belt in BJJ and a pro-MMA fighter, she’s a double threat! And someone with the kindest heart. In this week’s Meet the Team, get to know Jo and why she […]
A year ago our world was turned upside down. Families are dealing with social isolation. And children are being crushed by it. Many are getting used to isolating and it is making them more vulnerable to bullying and not being included. If you’re fighting an uphill battle, martial arts can help. In our children’s programs, […]
The Results Are In… OAMA Comp Team Crushed It! Coach Jo Maisonneuve and Ethan Major had a tremendous weekend of Jiu-Jitsu tournaments! Jo was in Texas at Submissions on the Shore, competing in a 3 vs 3, 16 team tournament. This is one of Jo’s favourite tournaments to compete in and this Saturday’s did […]