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Mental Health & Martial Arts

Mental Health. It’s important. Very important. How do we balance maintaining our mental and physical health during a pandemic? Earlier this year, your beloved gyms and academies were closed in an effort to flatten the Covid-19…

4 Benefits of Youth Kickboxing Class for Kids

Children and teenagers benefit from regular exercise, with advantages ranging from better study habits, improved sleep patterns and instilling deeper interest in healthy lifestyle.  Are you looking for something your children can do…

Through My Eyes - A BJJ Mom Navigating Life Through A Pandemic

A year ago, I put on my sister, Bobbie’s, gi and took my first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class at High Altitude Martial Arts with Professor Cody Donovan, who happens to own the gym and is my husband (together for almost eleven years and married…

How To Be A Good Partner in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Welcome to the get better mat, not the see who is better mat! At High Altitude Martial Arts, we take pride in providing a competitive yet welcoming atmosphere. We want everyone to feel like they are part of our big family. A family where we…

The Making of the “Sandman” Cory Sandhagen

Cory Sandhagen walked through the doors of High Altitude Martial Arts/ETC Aurora in January of 2010. He is a real life story about how dedication, hard work, and perseverance can make dreams come true. It doesn’t matter where you come from,…

New 6am Fundamental Gi BJJ Class

A Parents Guide To A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tournament

We prayed. And those prayers were answered! Thank you to the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gods and F2W for putting on this tournament. Your kids are so excited to compete, we are excited to coach them, and their HAMA family is excited to watch them.  Here…

What To Expect Your First Day at High Altitude Martial Arts

Congratulations, you did it! You picked up the phone and called us. You clicked ‘send’ on that email. You submitted the inquiry on our website. You slid into our direct messages on Instagram. You sent us a message on FaceBook messenger.…

How To Wash and Sanitize Your BJJ and Striking Gear

Air out your sweat soaked BJJ Gi and rashguardDo not roll it into a ball and stuff it in your gym bag after class (bacteria loves damp, dark places)If you notice any blood, treat the area using hydrogen peroxide and a toothbrush to prevent…