Submit the Stigma Seminar

46 North Bryan Street,Madison WI 53714

16 July, 2022

Description

Many people find mental health benefits from the pursuit of Jiu-Jitsu. It can help to alleviate the symptoms of depression and anxiety. Beyond the physical activity, the mental exercise of Jiu-Jitsu, along with the community that a training environment provides can be of profound help to those that struggle with all manner of mental health issues. Accomplished black belt competitors and teachers Kristina Barlaan and Erin Herle will be teaching a Jiu-Jitsu seminar at Sanctuary Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Madison, WI. All proceeds will go to #submitthestigma, an organization that uses the platform of Jiu-Jitsu to spread awareness of mental illness and the importance of mental health. This is a 2 day event with Sunday being a women-only session. Different techniques will be covered each day, so women are encouraged to sign up for both days. Submit the Stigma is a 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission statement is about using Jiu-Jitsu as a platform for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. In addition to highlighting Jiu-Jitsu as a possible outlet, the goal is to destigmatize these issues, promoting open discussion so that those that would benefit from mental health assistance feel more comfortable seeking care, and the signs of struggle are easier to spot. In addition to her work with Cobrinha, Erin has also worked extensively with other legendary instructors such as Rômulo Barral and Marcelo Garcia. She is the founder of Submit the Stigma. Kristina is an accomplished competitor, and instructor. The creator of Inspire: Women’s Jiu-Jitsu Community Mat, Kristina strives to always be a role model in Jiu-Jitsu by working with the community on causes she believes in. From women's empowerment to the awareness and acceptance of mental illness, Kristina uses her platform to inspire people on and off the mats. The open to all seminar will take place at Sanctuary Jiu-Jitsu on Saturday 7/16 at 10:00am. The Women only event will take place at Sanctuary Jiu-Jitsu on Sunday 7/17 at 10:00am. Attendance is capped at 60 so make sure you get your tickets early. We hope to see you there. Erin Herle - Main Achievements: IBJJF Asian Open Champion (2018)IBJJF South American Champion (2017)IBJJF European Open 2nd Place (2018)IBJJF South American Championship 3rd Place (2017*)Main Achievements (Colored Belts): IBJJF World No-Gi Champion (2015 brown)IBJJF European Open Champion (2016 brown)IBJJF São Paulo Open Champion (2017** brown)IBJJF World Championship 2nd Place (2012 blue)IBJJF World No-Gi Championship 2nd Place (2012 purple)IBJJF European Open 2nd Place (2015 purple)IBJJF Pans Championship 2nd Place (2017 brown)IBJJF World Championship 3rd Place (2013 purple, 2017 brown)IBJJF European Open 3rd Place (2017 brown)Kristina Barlaan - Main Achievements: 2x World Master Champion (2019, 2018)2x Asian Champion (2018, 2016)2015 American National No-Gi Champion (2015)2016 European Champion2017 Copa de Marianas Invitational Champion2x Pans Finalist (2017, 2016)2016 World Finalist2017 European Finalist2x World Medalist (2019, 2017)2019 Pans Medalist2019 Brazilian National MedalistMain Achievements (Colored Belts): 4x Pans Champion4x American National Champion3x American National No-Gi Champion7x World MedalistADCC Veteran (2013)