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Black Label Martial Arts is the best for so many reasons! Our oldest daughter started Jiujitsu earlier this year here and it instantly turned into a passion. She has made so many friends, we have as well, and now everyone feels like family. In just 6 months our 5 year old daughter has learned SO much. She has competed in a tournament, brought home two medals, ranked up in belts, has learned a ton and continues to do so every time she walks into Black Label. She is going so far with this already because of this gym! The coaches are phenomenal and go the extra effort to teach thoroughly. They treat everyone the same, no matter their belt, age, skill level, etc., everyone is treated like family and they put effort into every single person! We are beyond thankful to have found this gym and can’t wait for our youngest daughter to be old enough to roll on the mat! Thanks for everything Black Label, we love being apart of the family and are so excited for what the future holds! Sign your kids or yourself up! You won’t regret it!!
I love this place!!! I was new to the area and tried 4 different Jiu-Jitsu gyms and this one is my new home! The coaches are so incredibly knowledgeable and everyone is SOOO friendly and kind.
One of the most welcoming gyms I’ve ever walked in . Was in town from Boston and it felt like I had been there for years . The owner was a legit blackbelt and proud of his lineage. Couldn’t recommend this gym more . I’ll be making it my gym while I’m in Charleston again. Thank you so much guys
Jiu jitsu and the black label team have had such a positive influence on my daughter! Her confidence has grown tremendously, she’s learned valuable life lessons and she enjoys every second of it!
Bringing my kids to Black Label is one of the best decisions we have made. They have grown so much more than just their skills alone. They have gained so much confidence since we have joined. When we started one of my kids would even hide behind his siblings. That same child today, you would never know struggled with his confidence, thanks to Black Label! Malachy is an incredible Coach and has encouraged all of our kids in different ways to push themselves, be confident, respectful and work hard. All of the coaches are fantastic! We couldn't be happier!
We are truly blessed to have found Black Label two years ago. Our daughter lacked confidence and it’s amazing how much she has grown since joining. The coaches are dedicated to each child’s journey and they go out of their way to ensure that every child knows they are supported. Professor Malachy has developed an outstanding youth BJJ program and I would recommend this martial arts school to anyone.
Best thing we have ever done for our kids. They are learning such valuable physical and mental skills.
By: Dan Beirne
Glad I found the outlet I did with America’s Top Team Charleston, South Carolina after I retired from the military.
Also very thankful and happy with the two primary instructors who work with me when I’m not grasping things quickly due to multiple challenges I have from exposures in combat.
A couple of years ago I was diagnosed with neuro cognitive disorder, memory loss and other things directly related to injuries and the 11 combat deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq that I’ve done. My lack of sleep and quick temper were also challenges for me.
I’m now 3 months into attending classes at ATT Charleston and I continue to thank the owner of this location and two coaches I work with for the services and instruction they all provide.
Not only am I learning a new skill and revisiting some old ones, keeping healthy, building comradity along with honing a martial art that I always wanted to do better in, both my wife and I can see quality of life improvements and an outlet for the challenges I’ve stated above - which is the most important thing.
I can’t thank Malachy, Charleston and Clay enough for their services and instruction. I highly recommend this martial art for other combat veterans and this location for any combat veteran residing in the local Charleston area.
Please feel free to contact me direct if you have any further questions, comments of concerns or wish to discuss any lessons learned I could pass to others to help their Jiu Jitsu journey.
Respectfully,
Dan
If your looking for a professional, knowledgeable, clean, focused place for you or your child to learn bjj then I couldn't recommend this place more. I have two children who learn here. The environment is that of any top level gym and the staff is knowledgeable and focused on you or your child learning not only a martial art but lessons they can carry everyday to make them stronger and better people
It can be pretty intimidating when you first walk in, but you are instantly greeted by friendly faces from both coaches and other students. I'm fairly new to BJJ and thought for sure in a big gym like Black Label Martial Arts I would fade into the background. That couldn't be further from the truth! Malachy takes the time to get to know all of his students and offers individualized instruction during classes. He's also kind of funny sometimes! Absolutely love this gym! Can't imagine training anywhere else!
Absolutely amazing place! They welcomed my Daughter with open arms!definitely going to evaluate her to the next level. Highly recommend!!!!
I just started training here about two or three months ago. I travel full-time and have trained BJJ all over the world. There are a hand-full of places on the planet that make you feel like a member of the family from the moment you walk in. Black Label Martial Arts is one of them! The BJJ here is top-notch and they have training 6 days a week, multiple classes. They have a great group of folks there, especially the owners Malachy and Sarah! I wouldn't hesitate to refer anyone to train here! Oss!
My first experience was a very good one.. everyone was very nice and helpful to me. I have zero experience in this art form. A warm but disciplined environment and very professional. I am excited about continuing to train here.. I will be back bet on that!
After recently moving to the Charleston area, I tried out a few gyms liking for the best fit. Black Label Martial Arts offered exactly what I was looking for with a great schedule with multiple class times! Everyone was extremely welcoming and the teaching is top notch! Highly recommend!
My oldest son just started his boxing journey and I am thrilled we chose Black Label Martial Arts. Coach Isaac is amazing and everyone in the classes are super supportive. I can’t wait to see the growth in my son! If you’re looking for quality classes, you won’t be disappointed!
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“Human nature (Jiu-Jitsu) is full of riddles and contradictions; its very complexity engenders art – and by art I mean the search for something more than simple linear formulations, flat solutions, oversimplified explanations.” – Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn Substitute the words Jiu-Jitsu for the words human nature and it challenges one to consider exactly what does art […]
What Struggle Teaches I have been involved in this sport of MMA for the past 18 years. Early in my career, I have made a lot of poor decisions in my training and recovery that are clear to me now. I was in the sport before money was ever really being offered to fighters who […]
Power of Drilling Depending on your coach you will be given a technique to drill or your own time to drill a technique of your choice. Let’s say your coach says “armbars 25x each, warmup!” Your thoughts “Boring, I know this” Let me just swing side to side and finish up these 25 reps. So […]
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: The FOX CHAMPS CODE Parenting experts often talk up the benefits of learning a martial art. They talk about fitness, focus, friends and self-discipline. To borrow from the late, great Aretha Franklin, it’s cultivating R-E-S-P-E-C-T that experts say is most important. They say that children learn respect by showing respect (bowing, shaking hands, sportsmanship, […]
Tournament Jitters – We all get the jitters – that jumpy feeling before you’re called to compete. Even the pros feel anxiety before a big match but they have strategies to calm the mind. When it comes to performance anxiety, bjj competitions can be like public speaking; the focus is all on you and your […]
Can your children protect themselves from a bully? Some kids go through school without one fight, and are not exposed to physical bullying. Others will at some point get into a fight whether they are a willing participant or not. Hopefully, it’s just a schoolyard tussle never to be repeated again. Too often, as […]
We would like to introduce Black Label Jiu-Jitsu Japan! BLACK LABEL WORLDWIDE! We couldn’t have asked for a better group to represent us internationally. We are very proud of all of you. Years from now the legacy of Black label Jiu-Jitsu will be strong because of team members like you. They broke my heart going […]
What I call Junk-Jitsu ???????? Playing the game of transitions and concepts you will find different sweeps that will resemble sweeps you have drilled. This is something I picked up watching Cobrinha and may have hit years ago. After being asked what to do from De La Riva, I poked around and a variation of […]
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“BJJ creates calm in the chaos.” – Professor Malachy It’s your first competition. It’s time to step on the mats. You start looking for your competitor, wondering if they are bigger than you. Can you beat them? What will your team think if you lose? Here is where BJJ comes to the rescue! Your competitor […]
BJJ FOR LIFE: Photo of Professor Friedman’s master, ATT founder Ricardo Liborio (b 1967), defeating superstar Mario Sperry (b. 1966) in 2015. BJJ is a complete body-mind-spirit sport, but it’s not always an easy path to follow. So while the people attracted to the sport may come from different walks of life, they share hardcore […]
Budovideos interview highlight with Professor Friedman [iframe id=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/ADi3xCVmPA8″ align=”center” mode=”normal” autoplay=”yes”] Professor Malachy from Charleston, SC takes a trip to California to visit Budo Jake with Budovideos. Escaping the Darce has been answered until the creation of The Darce Killer. If we look at Tyron Woodley vs. Darren Till fight video here and the mechanics […]
Building Self-Confidence First off, consistent training, sparring, and building stamina gives a person self-assurance in their physical abilities – no small thing! Never underestimate the significance of being confident in your ability to defend yourself. Beyond that, martial arts increases your belief in your judgement and trust in your abilities. In BJJ class we are […]
Leadership – We want our kids to be leaders and not followers. But what makes a leader? What if I told you – mistakes! But only a special kind of mistake. All life is about solving problems. A good leader is a good problem solver. But you don’t get to be a good problem solver […]
Hey Kids, start small! Practice taking on your little fears before conquering bigger fears! We all have fears. Even grown-ups. Maybe it’s speaking in public or starting a new school. We may worry, “will they laugh?’ “Will I make a friend?” Jiu-Jitsu is a perfect place to start practicing facing your fears. Scared to speak […]
Join the BLACK LABEL Charleston Boxing Family! Charleston boxing gym in West Ashley Here at Black Label Charleston Boxing crew getting the wins in 2017! Amazing performances from 4 of our boxers. Even a main event KO! We are not just Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing or MMA – We are a wrecking crew that […]
The Grooviest 2 Points on the Planet! ‘The Flower Power Sweep’ Pre-Order Here Welcome to Flower Power Sweep! Malachy Friedman, creator of the DARCE KILLER, has perfected the Flower Sweep, sending this already high percentage move skyrocketing. Malachy breaks down the mechanics of this seemingly simple, closed guard sweep and demonstrates how to exploit its […]
Insane Kimura Sweep You’ve Probably Never Seen Before: Kimura flip: Not available on any bargain bin DVD sets. We were told there were two ways to a bjj instagrammers heart flippy rolly stuff or women wearing half their gis with their belt draped over their neck. I can compromise, you will get the flippy rolly […]
Women’s Self Defense at American Top Team Malachy Friedman, will hold self defense class for women at American Top Team in West Ashley on February 10th 2018. You can sign up right here Free Women’s Self-Defense February 10th About 100 women learn self-defense tactics from former professional cage fighter “Malachy Friedman, hardened fighter and instructor […]
7X BJJ World Champion Lucas Lepri is coming to Black Label Martial Arts, Charleston. Lucas Lepri is to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to what Reggie Jackson was to baseball – a person of phenomenal ability who delivers under pressure. Lucas Lepri is the world’s most technical guard passer. He faced the best in the world at the […]
INSPIRATIONAL impromptu Speech from Jarret Smotrila after he receives his Black Belt from Professor Malachy Friedman and Master Ricardo Liborio WHAT AN AMAZING NIGHT!! “I didn’t know there was footage of Jarret Smotrila‘s speech after receiving his Black Belt. Their may be better quality. BUT I feel like everyone needs TO LISTEN ALL THE WAY […]
Thank you to Master Ricardo Liborio, BJJ Legend and founder of Black Label Martial Arts, for visiting with our students here in Charleston. Professor Malachy Friedman gave an early Christmas present to all his students. The free seminar was spent talking about the life values such as humility, perseverance, a hunger for knowledge and grit […]
UFC Mixed Martial Artist, Gleison “Tibau” Alves, to train and demonstrate MMA techniques at Black Label Martial Arts on Friday and Saturday February 17-18, 2017 CHARLESTON, SC – Black Label Martial Arts hosts UFC mixed martial artist Gleison “Tibau” Alves on Friday and Saturday, February 17-18 for training and MMA demonstrations. The 33 year-old “Tibau,” […]
“DARCE KILLER” series BUY HERE Solution to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Darce Choke. “DARCE KILLER” Series created by American Top Team Coach Malachy Friedman. CHARLESTON, SC – BJJ black belt Malachy Friedman, coach and owner of ATT Lowcountry has created a series of techniques to defend against the Darce choke. In the past there has been […]
Interview with American Top Team Charleston’s 145 lb Champion You are currently the Conflict MMA 145 pound champion. First off, congratulations on that. First question, how sore were you after that fight? Thank you very much! This fight wasn’t so bad as far as recovery goes or feeling injured. The fight before this took a […]
BJJ Fundamentals Class – American Top Team Lowcountry in West Ashley, Charleston is proud to introduce our BJJ ‘Fundamentals Only’ class. We truly believe the love of Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone and is an intricate martial art that involves the physics, body mechanics, with angles and leverage, to move, control, and submit your opponent. Often […]
Muay Thai in Charleston, SC – Muay Thai Legend visits ATT Lowcountry, Charleston. What an amazing Muay Thai seminar with Lamsongkram Chuwattana aka “Lam”. Lam is a 6X World Champion Muay Thai fighter and former coach to Georges St-Pierre. Lamsongkram AKA Suphachai Jansod is the current Rajadamnern Middleweight Champion and world class fighter, earning a […]
Top Ten Reasons to Teach Children Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Reason # 1 – Perseverance – aka Grit! Talent – check! Intelligence – check! Ability – Check! These characteristics will sail your boat far and fast on smooth seas. But when the wind whips up and the seas get rough, it’s grit that will sail you […]
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Black Label Martial Arts’ fighter speaks on upcoming Muay Thai fight in Charleston, SC http://conflictmmapromotions.com/index.php/2016/07/14/full-force-contact-michael-hazzard-speaks-conflict-39/ Michael Hazzard: I’ve been doing great. Made a move to Black Label Martial Arts a few months back to link up with old teammates and Coach Malachy Friedman. I’m learning new techniques and philosophies from Malachy. About to have a […]
Women’s Self-Defense Class for Free in Charleston, SC Wow! What a turnout! 100+ women in attendance! Thank you to all who showed up to our free women’s self-defense seminar and a thankful shout out to Ecogreen Pest Control for providing snacks and drinks for our students! Also, we would like to give a thanks to […]
Gilbert Urbina – Wins by R.N.C [iframe id=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/WHdWRF_VZrQ”] Shout out for the Crisp Performance from the up and coming MMA Fighter Gilbert Urbina. “Best Training camp out of American Top Team” 100% credit to my personal coach Malachy Friedman a black belt out of Black Label Martial Arts in Charleston. He is the one […]
If you appreciate grappling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and great UFC coaches, you the name know Ricardo Liborio. He won the 2015 ADCC “Superfight” in Sao Paulo at age 48! He is a true legend and he will be at Black Label Martial Arts on December 21. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Legend Ricardo Liborio to Visit Black Label […]
Too much aim, not enough trigger – BJJ Charleston We learn position before submission is usually best. Yes, being able to pull the “trigger” during a scramble when you see an arm or choke to earn the submission is a great tool and often a necessity. Being able to aim is as equally […]
Doing what’s best for my students is something that is continually on my mind. Every day, I try to go above and beyond what it takes to enhance my students understanding of BJJ or MMA. I am not a $20-dollar gym. We have 4 BJJ classes a day, and my prices reflect what I put […]
Creating Two Active “YOUS” by Drilling Differently – Developing subconscious reactions to a player’s offense allows you to be consciously searching for offensive techniques. For example, when you have an offensive guard like de la Riva and your opponent kills your hook, the position is most likely dead for you turning your offensive guard to […]
Ricardo Libório, co-founder of American Top Team, and Champion of the ADCC 2015 “SUPERFIGHT”against Mario Sperry, is coming to Black Label – Charleston, SC – December 21, 2015. Libório helps to train a stable of UFC, Bellator, and other professional MMA, BJJ and Muay Thai fighters, including Thiago Alves, Robbie Lawler, Antônio Silva, Nik Lentz, Marcus […]
Reassessing your inventory – Hey guys, this is one of my first BJJ / MMA blogs I wrote before moving to Charleston, SC. I am putting it on my American Top Team Lowcountry site, to share with all of my Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai and Martial Arts students. – Malachy Friedman We […]
Awesome display of a Single Leg Takedown. Danica and Professor Malachy bring home another win for Black Label BJJ kids martial arts competition team.
FIVE GRAPPLING NAIC 2014: Friedman X Hornbuckle. Malachy Friedman displays Shaolin Sweep and wins with 1 second left via guillotine choke.
I know a lot of techniques but actually owning a technique, that is different. What does that mean to own a technique? Knowing the infrastructure forward and back, understanding the timing and tiny components to what makes it work. In most players early years of BJJ they see a technique understand the concept then implement. […]
Ok, we went over visualization and drilling but why and how does this make us better in training? One word, Myelin. Myelin is the insulation around nerve fibers. The thicker the myelin the faster information travels from the brain to accomplish what you are trying to do. Meaning the armbar myelin you’ve accumulated over the […]