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MMA Fight Highlights February 23, 2022 February 23, 2022

#MARCHMADNESS IS ABOUT TO BEGIN AT TOMACELLI ACADEMY

by Professor Tomacelli

March is going to be a busy month for our academy competitors. Quest Truxton and Idris Niiazi both are taking their third MMA bouts…

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#BJJ #MMA #WRESTLING #VALETUDO #MUAYTHAI #OrangeCounty 5th Deg #blackbelt M. Tomacelli @warrior.in.the.garden @marco.ruas + @joemoreira_jiujitsu

πŸ”₯ FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS just got LEGENDARY! πŸ”₯ Train πŸ”₯ FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS just got LEGENDARY! πŸ”₯

Train with UFC pioneer & UFC 7 Tournament Champion Marco Ruas – the ORIGINAL 'King of the Streets' and father of modern Vale Tudo MMA! πŸ₯ŠπŸ‡§πŸ‡·

This man revolutionized mixed martial arts by blending brutal striking, grappling, and no-rules intensity before the UFC even had rules. And at 65, he's STILL training harder than most – never stopped, never slowed down! πŸ’ͺπŸ‘Š

Join us FRIDAY evenings at 6:30 PM for an unforgettable Marco Ruas Vale Tudo & MMA class at Tomacelli Academy. All levels welcome – beginners to advanced fighters. Come learn real hybrid fighting from the source!

Spots fill fast – DM or comment 'RUAS' to reserve your spot! 

Who's coming to level up with a true legend? 

Tag a training partner below! πŸ‘‡

Tomacelli Academy SIGN-UP link in BIO

#MarcoRuas #ValeTudo #MMA #UFC #RVT
This ^^^team^^^ feels absolutely and divinely unst This ^^^team^^^ feels absolutely and divinely unstoppable! ☝️✝️πŸ’ͺ#TEAMMOREIRA  #CHRISTISKING

Ephesians 6:11 "Put on the full armor of God"
Legends on the mats. True family. Real Community. Legends on the mats. True family.  Real Community.

πŸ₯‹ Orange Countyβ€”learn from the pioneers. Marco "King of the Streets" Ruas, UFC bare-knuckle trailblazer. Ninth-degree Red Belt Joe Moreira, UFC legend.

And running the show? Prof. Michael Tomacelliβ€”black belt in BOTH Vale Tudo AND BJJ (5th degree) from these icons. Years of hard work, no excuses.

More than a gymβ€”we’re a team. Jiu-Jitsu, Vale Tudo, Muay Thai, wrestling, self defense. All levels: new students, kids, parents, pros. No drama, just progress.

First class on us if you tag us. Come see what we’re about.

#BJJ #MuayThai #ValeTudo #OrangeCountyMartialArts #BlackBelt
πŸ”₯ Elevate Your Self-Preservation Skills at Tomacel πŸ”₯ Elevate Your Self-Preservation Skills at Tomacelli Academy! πŸ”₯

Join our intensive Handgun 103: Moving and Shooting – a 4-day course mastering dynamic movement & shooting through drills & skill-building! πŸ’ͺπŸ›‘οΈπŸŽ―

Phase 1 focuses on mastering mechanics dry-fire style: "The best do the basics better." Holster mastery (4-step draw), tactical reloads/malfunctions, neural priming for muscle memory, trigger isolation to eliminate flinches. 

(πŸ“Ή Prep video series produced by Instructor Derek McDonald w/Rost Martin & Erik Frohardt.)

Then Phase 2 ramps up with live fire emphasis on moving & shooting: Positional shooting from stance/grip into dynamic movement, engaging targets on the move from the draw, & final qualification challenge! πŸš€πŸ”₯

πŸ“… Dates & Times:
- Phase 1: Dry Fire Intensive 
  Thursday, April 2, 2026: 8-9 PM 
  Friday, April 3, 2026: 8-9 PM 

- Phase 2: Live Fire (Moving & Shooting Focus) 
  Saturday, April 4, 2026: 9 AM-2 PM (Live Fire Day 1) + 2:30-6:30 PM (Podcast Launch: "Between 2 Berms" w/Derek)

EASTER SUNDAY BONUS DAY 🧨 TANNERITE EASTER 🐰  EGG πŸ₯š HUNT 🎯 
Sunday, April 5, 2026: 9 AM-2 PM (Live Fire Day 2) 

πŸ“ Locations: 
- Tomacelli Academy: 940 W. Chapman Ave Unit 103C, Orange, CA 92868 (Dry Fire & March 21 Live Fire) 
- Alder Creek Shooting Site, Mentone, CA (March 22 Live Fire; optional camping Sat night! β›Ί) 

Build confidence, precision, & safe handling in a pro environment. Limited to 20 spots! ⏳ 

Prerequisites: Complete Handgun 101 Digital Study Guide (YouTube series linked request able via DM).

What to Bring:
- Range Gear: Semi-auto pistol (backup recommended), OWB Kydex holster, tactical belt, 400 rds factory ammo, 3+ mags w/holder, eye/ear pro. πŸ”« 
- IFAK: Tourniquet, hemostatic gauze, pressure bandage, chest seal, shears, gloves, marker (optional extras). 🩹 
- Optional Camping: Tent/sleeping bag, food/water (1 gal/day), headlamp/flashlight. πŸŒ™ 

Register now via link in bio! πŸ‘† Spots filling fast! 

#FirearmsTraining #GunSafety #ShootingSkills #DefensiveTraining #HandgunCourse
πŸ”₯ Elevate Your Self Preservation Skills at Tomacel πŸ”₯ Elevate Your Self Preservation Skills at Tomacelli Academy! πŸ”₯

Join our intensive **Handgun 102: The Complete Breakdown** – a 3-day course designed to master mechanics through focused dry fire practice and skill application! πŸ’ͺπŸ›‘οΈ

πŸ“… **Dates:** 
- Jan 23: Evening DRYFIRE session (8-9:30 PM) 
- Jan 24: Morning DRYFIRE  session (10-12 PM)
- Jan 25: Full day LIVEDIRE application (8 AM-4 PM) at Alder Creek 

πŸ“ Locations: Tomacelli Academy (Orange, CA) + outdoor site 

Perfect for building confidence, precision, and safe handling techniques in a professional training environment. Limited spots – only 20 available! ⏳

Options: Full 3-day package $200 or Dry Fire Days only $150. 

Register now via link in bio! πŸ‘† 

#FirearmsTraining #GunSafety #ShootingSkills #DefensiveTraining #HandgunCourse
πŸ₯‹ Train with a Grandmaster! Seminar & Belt Promo πŸ₯‹ Train with a Grandmaster! 

Seminar & Belt Promotion πŸ‡§πŸ‡·

This is a MUST-ATTEND event! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to train with a true living legend: Grandmaster Joe Moreira, a rare 9th Degree Red Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Learn timeless techniques and deep BJJ strategy directly from one of the last actively teaching Red Belts known. This seminar is open to all affiliations and skill levels!

🚨 Register Now!
Spots are extremely limited for this rare chance to train with a piece of BJJ history. Contact Tomacelli Academy today to secure your spot!

#BJJ #JiuJitsu #GrandmasterJoeMoreira #RedBelt #TomacelliAcademy #OrangeCA #BJJSeminar #Grappling #MartialArts #BJJLife #TrainWithALegend #Oss #December7th
πŸ†πŸ₯‹ First batch of fresh belts rolling out from our πŸ†πŸ₯‹ First batch of fresh belts rolling out from our new Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Vale Tudo Academy off Chapman Ave in Orange, CA! πŸŽ‰ These dedicated gentlemen have leveled up their gameβ€”congrats to our newest belt earners under the guidance of legends like Grandmaster Joe Moreira, Professor Mike Tomacelli, and Professor Buffalo πŸ’ͺπŸ”₯ Who's next on the mats?

#BJJ #BrazilianJiuJitsu #ValeTudo #MMA #MixedMartialArts #JiuJitsuLife #BlackBeltJourney #MartialArtsAcademy #OrangeCA #ChapmanAve #WarriorMindset #Grappling #SubmissionGrappling #FightFamily #AcademyPride #BeltPromotion #TrainHardFightEasy
The art of falling πŸ”„ comes before the art of throw The art of falling πŸ”„ comes before the art of throwing πŸ₯‹πŸ’₯ Mastery of the basics is principle!

#MartialArts #Ukemi #JudoLife #Aikido #ThrowTechniques #FallSafely #WarriorMindset #TrainingTips
🚨 **ORANGE, CA Grand Opening Alert!** 🚨 Join the 🚨 **ORANGE, CA Grand Opening Alert!** 🚨 

Join the premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Vale Tudo academy in Orange, CA – right off Chapman Ave! πŸ₯‹πŸ’ͺ 

Led by Professor Michael Tomacelli, a 5th Degree Black Belt under Grandmaster 9th Degree Joe Moreira and Black Belt under Marco "King of the Streets" Ruas. 

Train with legends: UFC pioneers Joe Moreira and Marco Ruas teach at our academy, sharing their championship expertise! πŸ†πŸ₯Š 

Beginners to pros, all ages welcome! Build skills, confidence, and strength in a supportive environment. 

DM us or visit for a FREE trial class! πŸ“ Orange, CA | Off Chapman Ave 

πŸŽ‰ **Grand Opening Special**: Get 50% OFF a one-year membership! Don’t miss out! πŸŽ‰ 

#BJJ #BrazilianJiuJitsu #ValeTudo #MMA #UFCVets #MartialArts #OrangeCA #JiuJitsuLife #FightLikeAPro #TrainWithLegends #BlackBelt #Grappling #SubmissionWrestling #GrandOpening
Grand Re-Opening in Orange! Get ready, Orange Cou Grand Re-Opening in Orange!

Get ready, Orange County! We're thrilled to announce we're re-opening our doors in the beautiful, historic Citrus Building, conveniently located right off Chapman Ave in Orange.

Here's what you need to know:

Regular classes and schedule resume: Friday, July 4th! πŸš€

Grand Opening Celebration: Tentatively scheduled for Sunday, July 19th. Stay tuned for more details!

Until then: Keep training with us at πŸ‘‰ @thebackyarddojo πŸ‘ˆ
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