Being the Borquez's: Congratulations Chris!

Saturday, July 9, 2011

Congratulations Chris!

Last night I called my mom and Larry to take them up on an offer to watch the Borquez boys so I could accompany Chris for his MMA training. I've ways enjoyed watching him train and I was starting to need a little breather from being in the house all day. It's been nearly a year since my husbands last fight but he still trains on a regular basis...and its a good thing to because he has a title fight in August. This will be fight number 4 for the "Black Mamba".He is currently 3-0! I can't wait, even though I'm always a little worried I know he is so talented and works so hard so I love to see it pay off for him. My husband now trains at Flatline and works alot more on technique and Brazilian jiu jitsu. Joining him last night was such a treat because I could really see how much better he's gotten over time. I really picked the perfect night to go because it was a seminar.The class was taught by Samuel Puccio, who came from Brazil with Vitor Belfort (professional UFC fighter who fought Anderson Silva a few of months ago) to the US to train and teach here. He is a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu and an awesome trainer. Chris picked up alot of new techniques and even got a very special surprise....3 degrees added at one time to his belt...one more and he gets to move up to the next belt! I love jiu jitsu. I was actually a fan of the Gracies before Chris and I even met. It's such a superior form of fighting in my opinion. It's all strategy and very mental, intelligent fighting not based on strength but manipulation of different positions. Chris happens to be very strong and athletic as well so its even more of an advantage to have solid technique. I'm sooo proud of Chris for his accomplishment last night. I'm so happy that he has a hobby that he loves. I'm definitely his number one fan and I know he'll be ready when August gets here!