In psychology “grit” is a personality trait where a person maintains perseverance and effort with passion for a particular long-term goal. Capital’s MMA fighter Connor “Cree” Mosby has grit! We live in a society fascinated by cartoon superheroes, but we also live in a world where superheroes do exist. If you want to find one, look no farther than CageZilla …
Capital Muay Thai Exhibition Smoker | April 13, 2019
One of our philosophies at Capital MMA & Elite Fitness is that athletes progress faster when they are provided with competitive opportunities which match their current level. Our Muay Thai exhibition smokers give our striking athletes — as well as practitioners from other East Coast schools — with a gateway to amateur and professional Muay Thai events. We are one …
Amine “The Lion” Ballafrikh | Back in the Ring
On June 8th, Amine “The Lion” Ballafrikh will step back into the ring to defend his Lion Fight North American Championship title. Lion Fight is the largest standup combat sports organization in North America. They are dedicated to growing Muay Thai and featuring the best fighters in the sport. This time Amine will fight at the Foxwoods Resort Casino in …
Why Capital CrossFit? | Alexandria, VA
Most people yearn to look better, feel better, and improve their confidence. With our CrossFit program in Alexandria, VA, you are given the necessary coaching and guidance to make that possible. We combine safe, effective and efficient movements — in a highly coached, community centered environment — to challenge you at your level. If you are new to fitness, or a …
Washington DC Metropolitan Police Academy | Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar
On March 14, 2019, in close coordination with the DC Metropolitan Police Academy, two Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt instructors (Sean Carow and Chad Malone) provided an introductory Jiu-Jitsu seminar to 22 recruits and officers. Eric Watson, DC Metro Police Officer, SWAT Team member, and BJJ Purple Belt, coordinated the event and assisted with the instruction. By all accounts the …