Blog entries

What To Do When The Person Stands Up In Your Guard or Butterfly Guard

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:22:52 +0100

The Line Up For Abu Dhabi 2011 September 24 and 25th....WOW

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:20:00 +0100

ADCC Superfights (non- tournament bouts):
Eddie Bravo vs Royler Gracie* (Unconfirmed)
Mario Sperry vs Renzo Gracie (UFC, PRIDE, RINGS veteran)
Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza (current Strikeforce World Middleweight Champion) vs Braulio Estima

Tournament competitors by division:
-65.9kg
Rafael Mendes
Greger Forsel
Marko Ramos
David Marinakis
Tetsu Hadairo
Jeff Glover
Bruno Frazzato
Timo-juhani Hirvikangas
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Thank You To Robert Drysdale Who Taught an Amazing Seminar at Gracie Tampa South!

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Mon, 23 May 2011 14:12:58 +0100

Robert and I rolling after one of our private training sessions

No Gi Library Launches January 25th 2011....Here are some Highlights

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 20:50:54 +0100

Registration begins January 25th and ends January 29th to

get in on the 12 week coaching program called the No Gi Library.

For 12 weeks or members site will break down a different position

of Jiu Jitsu until we hit them all!! There will be videos, and also

a very interactive part where you will get to email us a video of you

rolling and we will emailRead More...

Matt Arroyo's GSP Impersonation!

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 06:01:52 +0100

The Magic Natural Health and Energy Drink!!

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 00:40:28 +0100

GOT JIU JITSU??

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 23:20:42 +0100

BJJ Manifesto is Finally Here!!!

dale8024@gmail.com — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 03:31:07 +0100

Click Here ==>> www.BjjManifesto.com

Check out what Royce Gracie has to say about the BJJ Manifesto!!

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 13:56:29 +0100

BJJ Manifesto comes out Tuesday September 14 2010 at 3pm eastern time!!

SEE U THEN!!!

Rob Kahn and Matt Arroyo's BJJ Manifesto Book Coming soon!!

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:03:12 +0100

Rob Kahn and I wrote a bookall about Jiu Jitsu Strategy. There are hundreds of books on techniques out there, but I haven's seen any explaining the more IMPORTANT aspect of Jiu Jitsu which is the STRATEGY. What to do from every position, WHEN to do it, and WHY you do it!! There is also a section on how to structure your training to get better faster. It is a digital book so it also has videos that hRead More...

MMA Mega Cruise

dale8024@gmail.com — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:08:48 +0100

Check out a Morning at Gracie Tampa South

dale8024@gmail.com — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 02:51:53 +0100

Gracie Tampa fighters go 2-0 in Tennessee

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 06:31:34 +0100

Gracie Tampa South Fighters go 2-0 in Tennessee at the Cage Brawl Fighting Championships. Aalon Cruz defeated Chris Hall and Josh Best defeated Joseph Corneroli.

MMA CARNIVAL CRUISE IN AUGUST 2010

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:43:31 +0100

MMA MEGA CRUISE 2010 to the CARIBBEAN!

Hi guys. I’ll be teaching on an awesome cruise that’s heading to Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and Mexico. We got great rates for those who want to join us. Cheap if you go by yourself, cheaper if you go as a family or with a bunch of guys.

I’ll be teaching Cage Strategy, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, and other stuff. The gang at NAGA inclRead More...

My Trip to Vegas w/ Miguel Torres and Robert Drysdale

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 04:07:34 +0100

Went to Vegas this past weekend to train with Robert Drysdale and Miguel Torres. It was a short trip but still awesome. I got out there friday Jan 15 went straight to Robert's school. I was very nice, with about 2500 square feet of mats. That day I got a chance to train with a tough grappler named Sean Spangler. We had a very competitRead More...

Matt Arroyo Gets his Black Belt From Rob Kahn Dec 30 2009

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 01:17:30 +0100

This was one of my proudest moments!!! I encourage everyone to stick with Jiu Jitsu. The Journey has been amazing and its just getting started!! Thanks to everyone who came to support.

Monstah Getting Hypnotized

dale8024@gmail.com — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 03:59:05 +0100

Allen "Monstah"Berube hypnotized at Big Seminar 13 in Las Vegas.

My first movie.

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:28:28 +0100

My first movie. Check it out!

Matt Arroyo Vs Daniel Moraes

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 02:48:55 +0100

Here is my match from Copa... Lost 5-0. Daniel is a very talented point grappler...was never in danger of submissions, but that's the how the game goes! Enjoy.

Internet Marketing (learn to make Bigillions)

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:05:53 +0100

Hey everyone..I will be attending a seminar in Vegas on November 6, 7, and 8th learn about Internet Marketing...It is the FUTURE!! I have a few good friends who are making some serious money right from their house on the computer. They advised me to go because they went to this same seminar only 3 years ago. You don't have to tell me twice...I'm there! If anyone else is interested in going too check out this link!!

http://generatorsoftware.com/proRead More...

Video From COPA

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:09:25 +0100

This was my first match in the Absolute divison against a 250 lb guy named Rodney. I faced World Champion Daniel Moraes in the semi finals and lost on points. That video is coming soon.

Arroyo to Compete at COPA Submission Grappling Tournament

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 02:16:29 +0100

I will be competing Saturday August 22, 2009 at the Copa America in Lakeland Fl...I will be competing in the Advanced division 170-184 and also the ABSOLUTE Division!!! Wish me luck!!

UFC 101 VIDEO BLOG

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 09:31:59 +0100

My trip to Philadelphia for UFC 101.

Matt Arroyo and Marcelo Garcia Train

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 06:26:51 +0100

I was pretty happy with myself that I only tapped out 16 times this time instead of 19. Check out these transitions!!!!

Matt Arroyo gets Crossfit Certified Level 1 and does FRAN!!

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 03:21:20 +0100

It was intense...I will score higher when I do it again...Some celebrities showed up as well, lol

UFC 100 VBLOG

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 01:00:08 +0100

Here is my UFC 100 Video blog...Great time!! Possibly going to the next one in Philly! I will do the same for that one. Enjoy!! click link below..

ARROYO TO VEGAS FOR UFC 100

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:58:33 +0100

Leaving to Vegas for UFC 100...Goin out with a bunch of friends on a private jet!! Thats how we roll, lol...I am making a Video Blog of the whole weekend. Got Cageside tickets to the show, Gonna be training with some people you may know on Saturday during the day, and then going to the afterparties Saturday night. You will get a peek in my video and all see what goes on!! Im excited!! I will talk to you all when I get back and post the video!!&nbRead More...

Grapplers Quest June 27 2009 UPDATE

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:19:04 +0100

First off, I took a trip out to New York the Friday before Grapplers Quest and did a 2 hour seminar at my good friend Sam Sterns school...It was awesome, there were over 30 people who attended, I was very happy with it..Thanks to Sammy and his students!!

Ok Grapplers quest...I was a little frustrated that I got slated with a huge muscle bound wrestler named Tom Manelski in my first match. He had great wrestling skills and was a pro at staying away the rRead More...

What has Matt Arroyo been up to?

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:49:48 +0100

Whats up guys!! So, my last fight was Jan 31 at UFC 94 vs Dan Cramer where I lost a very close split decision. No Excuses! I should have finished him when I had the chance. Since then, I have been taking time off from fighting to focus on my school (www.gracietampasouth.com) and training to get my black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu..I am currently a brown belt under Rob Kahn (Royce Gracie Black belt) and have been for 2 years. To up my game and get a different perRead More...

Matt Arroyo becomes Cross Fit Nutrition Certified

matthewarroyo@hotmail.com — Sat, 23 May 2009 05:32:27 +0100

Matt Arroyo is now Cross Fit Nutrition Certified. Contact Matt to inquire information on Cross Fit training rates.

CrossFit is the principal strength and conditioning program for many police academies and tactical operations teams, military special operations units, champion martial artists, and hundreds of other elite and professional athletes worldwide.

Our program delivers a fitness that is, by design, broad, general, and inclusive. Our specialty is not specializing. Combat, surviRead More...

Welcome to my new website!

dale8024@gmail.com — Sat, 23 May 2009 02:27:25 +0100

Welcome to the new Matt Arroyo.com website. I will be updating and changing my website frequently, so make sure to check back later. I will be adding photos, videos, blog entries and much more.