What Is a Rash Guard? A Guide to No-Gi Jiu Jitsu Gear
A rash guard is a tight-fitting athletic shirt made of quick-drying, flexible fabric, worn in no-gi jiu jitsu to protect the skin, improve hygiene, and prevent mat burn. It’s the single most useful piece of gear you’ll own as a grappler, and for no-gi jiu jitsu, it’s most of your uniform. You don’t need one […]
Jiu Jitsu Belt Ranks Explained: The Complete Order
The jiu jitsu belt ranks in order are white, blue, purple, brown, and black, with stripes marking progress within each belt. Kids follow a longer, age-gated progression before entering the adult system at 16. Here’s what each belt means and how promotions actually work. Book a free class at 10th Planet Airlock if you want […]
How Much Does Jiu Jitsu Cost in Bastrop, TX?
Jiu jitsu at 10th Planet Airlock in Bastrop, TX costs $160 per month for unlimited adult classes, with no sign-up fee and no contract. But did you know we offer more than just adult jiu jitsu? Explore Adult Muay Thai and Kids Jiu Jitsu too. Here’s the full breakdown of what we charge and what’s […]
What to Wear to Your First Jiu Jitsu Class
For your first jiu jitsu class, wear athletic clothing without zippers, buttons, or pockets. A t-shirt and shorts or leggings works perfectly. For no-gi jiu jitsu, that’s all you need. No uniform. No special gear. Nothing to buy before you walk in. Book a free class at 10th Planet Airlock if you’re ready. Here’s the […]
How to Start Jiu Jitsu in Bastrop, TX (A Complete Beginner’s Guide)
To start jiu jitsu, find a gym with a culture you trust, book a free trial class, show up in athletic clothes, and train. You do not need any experience, any equipment, or any level of fitness for your first class. That’s our answer when people ask us “how do I start jiu jitsu?” Here’s […]
Jiu Jitsu for Fitness and Weight Loss in Bastrop, TX
You don’t get in shape to start jiu jitsu. You start jiu jitsu to get in shape. That’s just one piece of info we share with any person who walks through the door at 10th Planet Airlock and says “I want to get in better shape first.” You don’t. You come as you are and […]
What Does Jiu Jitsu Mean? The Meaning, Origin, and History
Jiu jitsu means “gentle art.” It comes from two Japanese words: ju, meaning gentle, soft, or yielding, and jitsu, meaning art or technique. The name describes the core principle of the martial art: using leverage, technique, and timing to overcome a stronger opponent rather than relying on brute force. That’s the short answer, but the […]
No-Gi Jiu Jitsu in Bastrop, TX | 10th Planet Airlock
10th Planet Airlock is a dedicated no-gi jiu jitsu academy in Bastrop, Texas, founded July 4, 2023. We train no-gi jiu jitsu six days a week, morning and evening, with two 10th Planet Black Belts on staff. If you’re looking for no-gi jiu jitsu classes in Bastrop, this is where you train. Book a free […]
Am I Too Old to Start Jiu Jitsu?
Am I too old to start jiu jitsu? No. Next question. Ok, we’ll give you more than that. But the answer really is that simple. We have a member who is 75 years old and kicking ass on the mat. Our head instructor Rei Villa is 49 and will happily submit anyone in the room. […]
Cross-Training BJJ and Muay Thai in Bastrop, TX | Why Serious Martial Artists Do Both
A lot of people start at 10th Planet Airlock with one art. They sign up for no-gi jiu jitsu in Bastrop because they want to learn how to grapple. Or they sign up for Muay Thai because they want to learn how to strike. Both are great starting points. But many of our members eventually […]
