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"When the mind sweeps away its images, rituals, beliefs, fears... then you can see anew the real. The eternal. The everlasting. The rest is mere words, ornaments, and decorations. Superstitions without meaning." -Krishnamurti

Matt Thornton has rapidly become one of the most popular functional Martial Arts Instructors worldwide. The President and founder of SBGi, as well as a black belt in the amazing Martial Art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Matt's skills are well known. However, it's the radical way in which many people find their own personal style of training evolving, changing, and growing for the better, even after only spending a few days with Matt, that make his training programs so unique.

Whether you are thinking of hosting a seminar, flying in for personal training, or visiting us here in Oregon for various group classes and events. you are guaranteed to have a fantastic time. Below are all the programs, protocols, and various reviews. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Matt direct at: straightblastgym@hotmail.com

What others have to say about Matt Thornton's teaching, coaching & seminars:

"The training at the Straight Blast Gym has been instrumental in my preparation for reality fighting in the UFC. Matt's expertise in stand-up, and ground fighting techniques has helped me win the Ultimate Fighting Championships. There is no rest for the best!" - Randy Couture (UFC 13, 14, & 16 champion)

"Matt is on the cutting edge of JKD training and teaching. He has a fighters curriculum in all ranges of armed and unarmed combat." - Burton Richardson

"I have flown Matt Thornton to the other side of the world in order to have him bring his skills, and coaching methods of the Straight Blast Gym to my home of Reunion Island. I cannot give a better example of how beneficial I believe his training programs are then that!" - Daniel Duby (kickboxing legend & Savate expert)

I respect Matt very much. He's an excellent fighter, an excellent teacher, and I always recommend his tapes to everyone." - Paul Vunak

SBGi's Aliveness seminars have caused a paradigm shift in training philosophy for thousands of martial artists, all over the globe. Experience for yourself what everyone is talking about!

Matt has traveled all over the world spreading the curriculum and philosophy of the Straight Blast Gym. Seminars are generally two days in length and between ten and twelve hours, depending on the stamina of the students. The material covered at the seminar can be structured around the needs and wants of the seminar host. In general, Matt usually covers a mixture of stand up, clinch, and ground fighting skills.

Unlike most other seminar instructors, Matt also flies in a day early and includes one free day of private training to the seminar host! This time allows Matt and the host to get to know each other, and allows the host (who may be at a higher level of performance then many of the seminar attendees) to make sure that he/she receives help with their own training as well.

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Videotaping is allowed, but restricted to the use of the seminar host alone. Matt's seminars come highly recommended and attendance invariably increases with each visit. These seminars will not only help improve your personal game as an athlete and introduce you to cutting edge training methods; but if you are a school owner, they will help increase your schools enrollment and attendance, often dramatically.

The cost of seminars with already established SBGi ATGs, or Gyms in 2010 is $1800.00 (US$) stateside & Canada, and $2100.00 for all overseas trips. For non SBGi affiliated Gyms the fee is 2000.00 stateside & Canada, and 2300.00 overseas. Also, one round trip airfare, and accommodations at a hotel is required. This price is for seminars that include an audience of up to 35 people. For 35-55 people an additional round trip ticket is required so Matt can bring an assistant SBGi Coach. For 56 people or more e-mail Matt for current rates. If you would like Matt to bring another SBGi Instructor with him for additional training, e-mail him for rates.

Seminars need to be booked at least 3-4 months in advance. Round trip airfare and a deposit of $200 is required to secure the seminar date. Hosting schools will then be listed below. To reserve a date, contact the SBGi Business Manager Mike Sweeney by email or telephone (613-484-4017).

NOTE: There will be a 20% additional fee added to overseas seminars that are paid in foreign currency (non US Dollars).

2010 SBGi Seminar Schedule:

Feb 6th & 7th: Matt Thornton seminar in Toronto CA
Turning Point Training Methods
Contact: Jason Lancucki
70 Kimbourne Ave.
Toronto, Ontario, M4J 4J4
Tel: (416) 406-6665
Web: www.turningpointtrainingmethods.com
Email: jasontptm@hotmail.com

Saturday Feb 20th: Matt Thornton workshop, Berkeley CA
MODCOM MMA - Berkely
Modern Combatives - Mixed Martial Arts
Contact: Lily Pagle, Alan Pagle
1713 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94703
Tel: 510-540-8283
Email: moderncombatives@hotmail.com
Web: www.moderncombatives.com

Feb 27th - March 8th: Matt Thornton & SBGi BJJ black belt Travis Davison Ireland & Sweden Tour!
Primate Lounge
Stockholmsvägen 18, Norrköping.
Contact: Daniel Bäckefelt
Email: primatelounge@gmail.com
phone: +46(0)708986217 (Daniel)
Web: www.primatelounge.se

Stockholm BJJ-Center
Contact: Markus Masip
Magnus Ladulåsgatan 32D
STOCKHOLM
Email: info@bjjcenter.se
Tel: +46 (0)709 289292
Web: www.bjjcenter.se

Ultimate Fitness Centre - home of SBG Ireland
Contact: John Kavanagh
Unit P10, Greenogue Business Park,
Rathcoole, Dublin
Tel: +353876768911
Email: john@ultimatefitnessireland.com
Web: www.ultimatefitnessireland.com

March 26-28, 2010 - SBGi Spring Camp 2010
featuring: John Kavanagh, Steve Whittier, Travis Davison, Rick Davison, James Davis, Brian Walsh, Matt Thornton + more! Register online today, while space remains.
Register at: http://www.straightblastgym.com/camps.htm
Reno, NV
Contact: Ray Price
Tel: (775) 530-8518
Email: rxjits@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.teamrenobjj.com

April 10-11, 2010: Matt Thornton seminar in St. Catherines, ON
Contact: Rich Beaupit
Tel: 905.329.KICK(5425)
Email: rbeaupit@cogeco.ca
Web: www.bmma.ca

May 1-2, 2010: Matt Thornton seminar in Wareham, Mass
Nexus Martial Arts & Fitness
Wareham, MA 02571
Contact: Stephen Whittier
508-295-5427
Web: www.nexusma.com

July 9-11 , 2010: Matt Thornton seminar in Reno, NV
Contact: Ray Price
Tel: (775) 530-8518
Email: rxjits@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.teamrenobjj.com

Nov. 20-21, 2010: Matt Thornton seminar in Edmonton, Alberta, CAN
Real Self-defense Center
Contact: Calen Paine
14712 - 115 ave.
Edmonton, AB., T5M 3B9
Tel: (780) 974 - 1338
Web: www.realselfdefensecenter.com
Email: cpaine@interbaun.com

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Private training with Matt (2010 rates):
 
Many people wish to schedule private lessons with Matt while he is in town teaching a seminar. Please refer to the following chart for rates:

1 - 2 people 1 hour:          130.00   per hour  
1 - 2 people 2 - 4 hours:    120.00   per hour
3 - 4 people 1 hour:          150.00   per hour
3 - 4 people 2 - 4 hours:    110.00   per hour
 
*(Note: these rates are a flat fee, so they can be split between the students, ie: two people for one hour = 65.00 per person, etc)
 
For 5 or more people see seminar rates (above). For five hours or more see 'fly in training' rates.

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