Here's Josh Barnett's homage to the Schultz Headlock:

Also, check the clip that KJ turned me onto. He's like the Hindu Karl Gotch or Bill Robinson:

Also, we wanted to congratulate Chael Sonnen on one heckuva great fight. We are EAGERLY looking forward to the re-match...!

Couture vs Toney -- Why It Matters

Check out ScientificWrestling.com's latest hardcore CACC convert, grappling machine and multi-sport champion, Brandon Ruiz:

SPECIAL THANKS!!! I know first-hand how much the state of the economy sucks right now and I want you to know how much we sincerely appreciate all the support to keep authentic Catch-As-Catch-Can alive!!

When you buy our DVDs, memberships, or get trained at one of our certifications, you are making sure that we can continue to provide quality material like this.

By the way, check out L3 Certified Catch Wrestler Sam Kressin in this nice little clip:

Thanks again, authentic COMPETITIVE Catch-As-Catch-Can will only survive if we TAKE ACTION...

Also, because catch-as-catch-can isn't masochistic enough or something, I am also running for U.S. Congress...

So far so good. I am very much the underdog in this race but I have my expectations calibrated properly and I am hoping to educate some about liberty that we may not have otherwise been able to reach.

Many who know me only from wrestling may not know this side of me but fortunately we have some great endorsements so far...!

Very cool endorsement from Glenn Jacob's (aka Kane) from the WWE:

Here's a clip from Glenn's appearance on Judge Napolitano's show recently:

We also have this great endorsement from Sheriff Mack:

Also, libertarian scholar David Gordon has our back!

If you are a libertarian or otherwise a fan of liberty, please help us fight tyranny and legalize liberty! Check out my campaign page for more information:

Tomorrow is my 37th birthday and I wanted to share my gratitude with all of you that have supported and followed the rise of Scientific Wrestling over the past seven years.

We've gone from humbly republishing the original manuscripts of long lost catch-as-catch-can tomes to becoming the worldwide leader (and better business bureau, of sorts) for those interested in top-notch education in authentic Catch-As-Catch-Can wrestling. We couldn't have done it without your belief in our vision or without the blessings of the old-timers and MMA legends that have pushed us, and Catch-As-Catch-Can back into respectability.

Speaking of MMA legends, check out longtime Catch-As-Catch-Can man Josh Barnett's latest dominating fight here:

It has been great to see the "blogosphere" pulsing with genuine interest and respect for real catch-as-catch-can! Check out this great video from the guys at DamageControlMMA.com:

And then their great article on the upcoming fight between James Toney and Randy Couture:

Here's another great blog by MMA journalist Ted Czech:

For years, we've worked hard to get MMA wrestlers to start wrestling again! Check out Randy Couture and Neil Melanson suggesting the use of the cradle in MMA to Chael Sonnen below:

We've been trying to turn people onto the King of Pinners Wade Schalles for a very long time and it seems that people might just begin to see that the good old fashioned cradle is an EXCELLENT counter to the BJJ "guard".

Also, this coming July 28th marks the third year since the passing of my good friend Karl Gotch. I can honestly say, without Karl and his integrity and drive to see REAL wrestling again, we would not have Mixed Martial Arts as we know it today.

We have been having a blast with our special, intensive Catch-As-Catch-Can audits and certification. Since 2007 we've been very lucky to have the watchful eye of tough, REAL catch-as-catch-can wrestlers like Billy Robinson and Dick Cardinal.

Those who've come have been winning tournaments with what we've got to teach here at Scientific Wrestling. From guys just starting grappling to HUGE names like Brandon Ruiz (2-time FILA World Grappling Game Heavyweight Silver Medalist) and UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture.

"I also had a really cool foot lock submission that I learned from Jake Shannon, Catch as Catch Can Wrestling ambassador and http://www.scientificwrestling.com/ founder. Its pretty sweet and won me a match as you can see from the photo. As you can see its pretty painful when applied correctly." - Brandon Ruiz

Come out, while you still can, and have Billy Robinson put the finishing touches on your game. Is it a difficult camp? Yes, but usually anything worthwhile is...

"Hey Jake,

Just returned home from the audit. I can't believe how much stuff we covered this weekend! Billy really is a great coach and person. And you were a great asst coach ;-)

...The way he broke down every move in minute detail was amazing. Thanks again for putting this together. I appreciate all your hard work. I look forward to attending the next audit.

I wrestled at West Point and started at 190 lbs my first 3 yrs. Placed 5th and 6th in the eastern regionals (EIWA- Divison I).

While I was in the Army I wrestled for the All-Army Wrestling Team and placed 2nd in the University Nationals '93 (greco- 220 lbs) and then placed 7th in the Senior Nationals '94 (Greco Roman All American- 220 lbs). Also placed 6th in the World Team Trials, Dec '95 (greco - 220).

Alex Porcelli"

Neil Melanson, Chael Sonnen, and Randy Couture with Coach Billy Robinson

Coach Billy Robinson giving pointers to Chael Sonnen, Jake Ellenberger with Neil Melanson and Randy Couture (I'm in the back, you can see 1/3 of my bald head, lol)

Also, here's an interview with my new pal Chris from ProFightNetwork.com:

John is our newest Certified Macebell Mauler! Check his certification submission videos:

Truck Exercise Program

Seated Kayaks

Walking the Bridge

Lateral Hops

10KG 100 Swings

Congratulations John!!

3) ProFightNetwork Interview with Randy Couture

Here's my friend Chris (see above) interviewing Randy Couture:

By the way, if you haven't seen this, I have to say I haven't seen anyone cut a better promo since Ric Flair. The only thing more hilarious will be the one-sided ass-whooping Couture lays down on him...

In addition to first priority of being a family man, I helped a half-dozen clients with my growing hypnotherapy practice, galvanized support for my congressional run representing Utah's 3rd district, and putting the finishing touches on my forthcoming catch-as-catch-can book for ECW Press, I was assisted Billy Robinson at the Xtreme Couture MMA gym in Las Vegas!

We had an outstanding time thanks to the incredible hospitality of Randy Couture and Neil Melanson. Their sincere interest in authentic catch-as-catch-can was humbling and for Scientific Wrestling to count among its patrons the elite of MMA is very satisfying (to say the least)!

I thought I'd share a few photos from the three days we spent at Xtreme Couture (plus a few others):

Randy Couture, Billy Robinson, Chael Sonnen, Jake Ellenberger, and Neil Melanson during fighter training.

Three Generations of Submission Wrestling Fighters.

Billy Fooling Around with Sam Kressin (L3 in our www.certifiedCatchWrestler.com program) at the open seminar at Xtreme Couture, Las Vegas.

Originally billed as a two-hour seminar, it ended up being nearly four hours long. These are the few that lasted until the very end (I'd guess we probably had 40 or 50 total participants).

Billy and I at the Flamingo on the way to the buffet after training.

Mid-production for my new catch-as-catch-can book for ECW Press.

Back to my own wrestling/fight club here in Salt Lake.

Come train with us! Next weekend course is September 4th and 5th!

People are coming from as far as Thailand for the next Salt Lake City training in September. We've had people come from as far as the UK and Italy, multiple times the training is THAT good. PLUS, our certified catch wrestlers are winning tournaments!! GET OUT HERE WHILE THE GETTING'S GOOD!!

Sincere thanks and gratitude for everyone's support of my vision to bring legitimacy and respect to the sport of catch-as-catch-can. It seems we are really making a difference...!

Billy was just at the New Jersey Toe-Hold a few weeks ago. We will be at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas on 6/19. If you want to meet and train a bit with Billy in Vegas, sign up here:

We are holding a seminar in California in August as well. Prices ABSOLUTELY go up to full price July 15th, 2010. Hint: GET YOUR SPOT NOW.


2) The Macebell on the Cover

Very cool, check it!

Be sure to sign-up at Macebell.com!


3) Free DVD with annual ScientificWrestling.com Membership

ANYONE that signs up for a year membership THIS WEEK, get any ScientificWrestling.com produced DVD for FREE.


4) Don Powers: www.CertifiedCatchWrestler.com

Just got this great note from L1 Certified Catch Wrestler under Billy Robinson:

"I did a Charity event at a local church where we put on 5 matches. 2 MMA 2 submissions and 1 submission with my 10 year old son. I won in second round with a top wrist lock against a jujitsu's wrestler, my son won first round. A guy I taught the twl and dwl too won in the second.

Thanks, Don Powers


5) Know MORE about Western Martial Arts (CACC and Bare-Knuckle Boxing) than the next guy with The Fighting Library!

The Fighting Library is a huge success over at Clickbank! Thanks to our affiliates, who are earning $30 per sale from your hoplink!!

We will be at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas on 6/19. If you want to meet and train a bit with Billy, sign up here:

For those of you interested in getting your hands on the brand new Sport of Catch Wrestling Conceptual Syllabus starring Billy Robinson at 25% off, to celebrate this event you can get your copy at this price for THE NEXT THREE DAYS ONLY. This sale will end on this Saturday night at midnight!

Great unsolicited testimonial from Jedd over at DieselCrew.com:

"Jake, this DVD is great. By watching it one time, I was able to improve my form on conventional swings and 10 & 2's right away. It's amazing how much more effective these movements are when you are able to do them using the proper technique, instead of trying to just muscle them around. I enjoy swinging as a supplement to my grip training routine, but I also love using it on my upper body days for an intense finisher. I suggest anybody else who wants to learn how to do these techniques the right way without getting hurt pick up your DVD right away, instead of wasting time like I did. Pick it up today and get to work, guys!"

P.S. I have worked with many strength coaches on swinging this style of implement and they love them too!

Jedd Johnson, CSCS Gripaholic DieselCrew.com


3) NEXT AUDIT September 4th and 5th, 2010!!!

Spots are already filling up!! Only 10 8 places left...

3) NEXT SEMINAR: Billy Robinson at the New Jersey Toe-Hold Club, May 22nd!

The praise for the certification process pioneered by Scientific Wrestling continues:

"Hey Jake,

Just returned home from the audit. I can't believe how much stuff we covered this weekend! Billy really is a great coach and person. And you were a great asst coach ;-)

...The way he broke down every move in minute detail was amazing. Thanks again for putting this together. I appreciate all your hard work. I look forward to attending the next audit.

I wrestled at West Point and started at 190 lbs my first 3 yrs. Placed 5th and 6th in the eastern regionals (EIWA- Divison I).

While I was in the Army I wrestled for the All-Army Wrestling Team and placed 2nd in the University Nationals '93 (greco- 220 lbs) and then placed 7th in the Senior Nationals '94 (Greco Roman All American- 220 lbs). Also placed 6th in the World Team Trials, Dec '95 (greco - 220).

I am currently a Sergeant with the NYPD. Before I was promoted to Sgt I worked with the NYPD Counterterrorism Division.

Alex Porcelli"

Jake,

I just got my membership to scientificwrestling.com, and I am so very happy that I have done so! The content is well worth the low monthly payment. I have my coaches and fighters coming over later for a little viewing/note taking party, and I have practice shortly thereafter. I hope to apply some of the techniques that we will discover, and I know we will find some application of MMA tactics in there as well.

Again, thank you so much for continuing this tradition and making the content available to us.

Sincerely, Joshua R. Mosher

Thank YOU Joshua, it's memberships like this that make it possible for us to continue providing everything that we do. In addition to the footage, forums, and articles, you also get access to ALL of the hour-long UWF Bushido fights featuring a young Sakuraba, Tamura, Severn, Albright, etc., etc.!

Another tournament victory for one of our Certified Catch Wrestlers:

"Jake I wrestled at the NAGA Chicago meet this saturday. I took 3rd in superheavy weight beginners. Not the best but its a start. Hope cert this weekend goes well. Don Powers"

Way to represent Don!!! Congratulations!


4) NEW SPONSOR! - KARATE DEPOT

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It has been FINALIZED! Scientific Wrestling and Billy Robinson will be at Xtreme Couture on Saturday, June 19th at 4pm.

Also, for those on the East Coast, visit the New Jersey Toe-Hold Club and enjoy Billy's seminar there on May 22nd!

(If you are interested in hosting Billy Robinson at your club, let me know.)


7) More sponsors that help make our work possible...!

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Master the MOST Effective Technique Taught to UFC Pro-Fighters

Watch the preview of Brandon's grueling conditioning DVD here:

Two-time FILA World Grappling Games Silver Medalist, Greco-Roman All American, and BJJ blackbelt gives Scientific Wrestling some props in his latest blog:

Brandon Ruiz: 2010 Pancrase World Championships

Also, check out this cool Figure-4 Guard Pass he showed us at practice the other day:

Want to fight in Japan? Need AMATEUR heavyweight kickboxer someone who "looks" good and tough to fight a Japanese heavyweight kickboxer who is making his Pro-Debut. Message me with your promo package at training@scientificwrestling.com.


3) Huge DVD Sale! THIS MONTH ONLY.

Hey guys, running a special: CHECK IT OUT! (Also read all the way to the bottom to learn how to get any Scientific Wrestling instructional DVD for FREE!)

The Scientific Wrestling DVD sale! (HUGE DISCOUNTS END APRIL 30th, 2010 AT MIDNIGHT!!!)


4) COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU: Upcoming Scientific Wrestling Trainings

April 24th and 25th - Salt Lake City Certification. Sorry, only 1 Level 1 spot available. L2 and L3 spots still available.

May 22nd - The New Jersey Toe-Hold Club (to attend, contact the NJ Toe-Hold Club directly).

Hey guys, running a special: CHECK IT OUT! (Also read all the way to the bottom to learn how to get any Scientific Wrestling instructional DVD for FREE!)


2) Brandon Ruiz Wins With Catch-As-Catch-Can

Brandon Ruiz is an amazing athlete. A Greco-Roman All-American, BJJ BLackbelt, and Two-Time Silver Medalist at the FILA World Grappling Games. However, lately he's been tapping people in tournaments with some of our good old fashioned Catch-As-Catch-Can:

"here are the results from our biennial Catch Wrestling tournament, Let's Shoot, held March 28, 2010 in Kingston, Canada. This year, the event was held under modified "Scots Style" rules, a.k.a. Donald Dinnie's "Catch-As-Can-Catch"; this obscure variation requires competitors to begin in a traditional Scottish Backhold position, but is otherwise identical to the Catch Wrestling we all know and love. We utilized no time limit or points system - all matches were won by pinfall or submission. The event was recognized by The Scottish Wrestling Bond, and sanctioned as an International Championship.

Let's Shoot 2010 March 28, 2010 Kingston, Canada Official Results: -135lbs:

1. Danny Villeneuve - Bujin ISWA 2. Roxanne Gadoury - Bujin ISWA (our lone female competitor!) 3. Dylan Schacter-Tribe - Grizzly Gym

-155lbs:

1. Maxime Fecteau - Bujin ISWA 2. Anthony Tarabelli - Montreal Catch Wrestling Club 3. Troy Reid - Grizzly Gym 4. Rich Sciolino - Buffalo Catch Wrestling

-170lbs:

1. Jean Fournier - Bujin ISWA

-185lbs:

1. Jason Courchesne - Bujin ISWA (the gold medal match lasted for approximately 60 minutes!) 2. JeanFrancois Paradis - Bujin ISWA 3. Piotr Oglaza - Grizzly Gym 4. Alex Kumin - Montreal Catch Wrestling Club

+185lbs:

1. Carl Abdallah - Montreal Catch Wrestling Club Absolute Division:

1. Jason Courchesne 2. Alex Kumin 3. (tie) Carl Abdallah, JeanFrancois Paradis"


4) Macebell Maniacs Are Growing!

Read the results of the first ever Macebell Sport Tournament hosted by Kevin Wikse here:

INAUGURAL MACEBELL SPORT TOURNAMENT RESULTS

Also read this great email that Greg Walsh just sent:

"hi jake!

hope things are going well. our gym out here in NY is going great, and shows no signs of slowing down. one of my guys got his 100 360's this week, and we taped it. i'm hoping i can send it to you and get him listed as a mauler on the site.

he's quite a story- 42 year old guy, fell off a ladder at a job site in his mid 30's, doctors said he'd probably never be physical again. now, swinging the mace 100 times. so impressive to me!

also- i've been having great luck correcting the common flaws of the squat using the mace held upright at different distances from the body. i filmed a short video of the progress of a girl with severe hip & ankle injuries i train, and it's great! i'll pass it on when it's done, and it will be on the wolf brigade site as well.

thanks again for the introduction to the mace's. truly my favorite tool in the whole toolbox.

greg"