Man, what an awesome feature -- I'd love to see this expanded into a series! Proud to say I know Phil & Rick personally; these guys are the epitome of what martial arts is all about 🙏
They define how brothers should be to each other. Those 2 are good people that do great things for people in their community. Seen it with my own eyes.
Two of my favorite people in Jiu Jitsu - always supporting and competing, referring, security, superfights...they were there for it ALL! Love both of these guys!!!
You guys are my Philly brothers! And I am so proud of what you created... thank u for doing such a beautiful job for Jiu-Jitsu and our community 🙏🏾 love u guys ! ❤️
awesome dojo. I started at Balance as a white belt years ago and got hooked...now I'm a black belt and still training. Big credit to Phil and Rick for introducing me to the gentle art.
Professor Phil & Professor Ricky are two of the finest human beings and fantastic instructors I've had the pleasure to meet. I'm proud to be part of the Balance Studio association.
Amazing! I want to see MORE!!! I’ve trained at Balance several times. I’m on the sidelines with an injury right now but as soon as I’m able I will be spending more time with Balance!
I trained will Rick and Phil when they were at Maxercise and when they first started Balance Studios. Yes they are the real deal! And the stories I know from back then will attest to that. I won't reveal these stories, but those who were around back then know! I'm proud of the brothers and their accomplishments! Keep Authentic GJJ alive!
Steve Maxwell was 3 stripes ahead of Phil and got his faixa-preta from Relson in 2001. Phil and Jeff Hudson got theirs the following year in 2002 at the Pan-Ams from Relson. Rick taught the basic class at Maxercise when he was a faixa-roxa, while Steve taught the advanced class. At one point, Steve was barely teaching at all and Rick was doing most of the teaching at Maxercise. Rick was a faixa-marron when he and Phil first opened Balance Studios in Center City.
I’m from Tampa FL and I’ve had the pleasure of training at Balance with Phil and Ricky. World class instructors but even better people. Excellent video and I hope to see more from them in the future.
I joined balance studios two months ago and it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made as an adult. Training jiu jitsu and Muay Thai has made me want to better myself in all aspects of my life. I quit smoking after 10 years and I have changed my diet. This shits addicting as hell.
Great place! When I travel, I always pack my Gi... I looked up BJJ in the Philly area and Balance Studies popped up. It was an awesome experience and everyone was respectful. The Black Belts I rolled with were very technical but more importantly to me, they weren't 'Ego-Assholes'. If I'm ever relocated to that area, I know where I would train. I definitely need to plan another Philly trip🤙🥋
IMO, most BJJ people are not Ego-Assholes. Usually, they are the opposite. In order to get good at BJJ, one must get his ass kicked about a gazillion times.
Man, what an awesome feature -- I'd love to see this expanded into a series! Proud to say I know Phil & Rick personally; these guys are the epitome of what martial arts is all about 🙏
fightTIPS I’m 16 and starting boxing do u think I can become great ??
Nikhil Grave thanks man
They define how brothers should be to each other. Those 2 are good people that do great things for people in their community. Seen it with my own eyes.
This was long overdue!!
Two of my favorite people in Jiu Jitsu - always supporting and competing, referring, security, superfights...they were there for it ALL! Love both of these guys!!!
Hey Phil hey Ric great to see you guys doing good after this pandemic! Miss you guys R. I. P. Jimmy Binns.
Excellent instructors, genuinely nice people and a team that are like family.
You guys are my Philly brothers! And I am so proud of what you created... thank u for doing such a beautiful job for Jiu-Jitsu and our community 🙏🏾 love u guys ! ❤️
awesome dojo. I started at Balance as a white belt years ago and got hooked...now I'm a black belt and still training. Big credit to Phil and Rick for introducing me to the gentle art.
Thanks so much! Miss ya! You have to make a trip one day!
I was lucky enough to learn from these guys before they even opened Balance Studios. They are great teachers, good human beings and friends for life.
Awesome! I want to see more!!
Matt Arroyo Thanks Matt! Been too long buddy
Matt Arroyo if this gets enough views... the big one will be made for Netflix
You guys are THE BEST!!!! Thanks so much for the shares and nice words!
Professor Phil & Professor Ricky are two of the finest human beings and fantastic instructors I've had the pleasure to meet. I'm proud to be part of the Balance Studio association.
Awesome. Miss you guys!
Such a great job gentlemen! Funny, my inspiration was also in 1988 when a friend invited my over to see Gracies in Action on VHS!
Amazing! I want to see MORE!!!
I’ve trained at Balance several times. I’m on the sidelines with an injury right now but as soon as I’m able I will be spending more time with Balance!
I trained will Rick and Phil when they were at Maxercise and when they first started Balance Studios. Yes they are the real deal! And the stories I know from back then will attest to that. I won't reveal these stories, but those who were around back then know! I'm proud of the brothers and their accomplishments! Keep Authentic GJJ alive!
What is Gjj ha ha ha
@@philgsaleo6962 Gracie Jiu Jitsu
Steve Maxwell was 3 stripes ahead of Phil and got his faixa-preta from Relson in 2001. Phil and Jeff Hudson got theirs the following year in 2002 at the Pan-Ams from Relson. Rick taught the basic class at Maxercise when he was a faixa-roxa, while Steve taught the advanced class. At one point, Steve was barely teaching at all and Rick was doing most of the teaching at Maxercise. Rick was a faixa-marron when he and Phil first opened Balance Studios in Center City.
Love it. Balance is the best. Always a good time. I’ve heard a lot of great stories in those walls.
louieobz1 thank you so much!!!
Awesome place and awesome people.
I’m from Tampa FL and I’ve had the pleasure of training at Balance with Phil and Ricky. World class instructors but even better people. Excellent video and I hope to see more from them in the future.
Great video. Definitely want to see more.
This is great!!! Phil and Rick are awesome at what they do and I would love to watch more of this!
Igor Finkel hey, thank you so much!
I joined balance studios two months ago and it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made as an adult. Training jiu jitsu and Muay Thai has made me want to better myself in all aspects of my life. I quit smoking after 10 years and I have changed my diet. This shits addicting as hell.
Love these guys!
Loved this!
Would love to take some classes here if I'm ever in the phili area!
What a great video, so proud to call you my cousins!
Francine Bianco ❤️❤️❤️
Great video!
Those guys are the real deal.
What bout Valente Brothers?
Proud to be in a school affiliated with Balance studios
Dope segment really would like to see more about Balance much respect from the West Coast 🤙🏻
Thank so much Donnie! Hope to get out there soon!
Nice vid. Oss!
Great place! When I travel, I always pack my Gi... I looked up BJJ in the Philly area and Balance Studies popped up. It was an awesome experience and everyone was respectful. The Black Belts I rolled with were very technical but more importantly to me, they weren't 'Ego-Assholes'. If I'm ever relocated to that area, I know where I would train. I definitely need to plan another Philly trip🤙🥋
IMO, most BJJ people are not Ego-Assholes. Usually, they are the opposite. In order to get good at BJJ, one must get his ass kicked about a gazillion times.
hi this is Lucas Grinnell
How much does cost monthly? I really want to learn martial arts.
I’m 16 years old and started boxing do you think that I will still become a pro fighter where others have trained since they were 5?? :(
Aka ars Sjsnsnss Mike started aged 17
David nah he used to do boxing when he was 13
Aka ars Sjsnsnss ah really? My bad then. But like Anthony Joshua also started at 18 😏
David yeah Anthony is really a beast when it comes to boxing
5:48 - rolling with Anton Berzon is a complete nightmare. When he is smashing you, you feel like you want to die.
perfectsplit he’s a beast!!!!
Came from Shane
Great video!
Thx!!!