From Mat to Cage: Garry Tonon Confident in Repeating BJJ Magic in Debut vs Filipino Talent

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For the past couple of decades, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has been spreading like wildfire, gaining worldwide recognition and becoming the most well-known submission-orientated combat style among the grappling arts.

Since modern mixed martial arts opened its doors to Brazil’s concept of Jiu-Jitsu, the style has been put to the test against other extremely effective grappling arts in a variety of point systems and promotions.

Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most important elements of the sport, and many grapplers have made the successful switch from the mat to the cage.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Garry “The Lion Killer” Tonon has racked up a boatload of accomplishments as a celebrated grappler, and he is now ready to take his talents to the ONE Championship cage to begin a mixed martial arts career.

Tonon’s journey as a professional mixed martial artist commences on 24 March as he is slated to make his debut in ONE Championship, taking on Filipino stalwart Richard “The Notorious” Corminal.

Both men are set to face each other at ONE: IRON WILL, which takes place at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand.

“It is the natural evolution in my career as a grappler,” Tonon said. “I have achieved all that I have set out to do in the world of Jiu-Jitsu, and now I am ready to take on a new challenge.”

A fixture in global grappling tournaments and widely considered one of the best submission grapplers in history, Tonon made his first appearance inside the ONE Championship cage when he took on Japanese legend Shinya “Tobikan Judan” Aoki in the promotion’s first-ever Grappling Super-Match in May 2017.

The 26-year-old American grappling prodigy won the contest against Aoki impressively via heel hook submission.

Hailing from New Jersey in the United States, Tonon began wrestling in primary school, competing as an amateur before being introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the age of 14.

Under the tutelage of coach Tom deBlass and the legendary Ricardo Almeida, Tonon would go on to win multiple IBJJF No-Gi world championships in different belts.

In September 2013, Tonon’s hard work on the mat finally paid off as deBlass and Almeida awarded him a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Shortly after, his professional grappling career began as Tonon would later win multiple titles at the Eddie Bravo Invitational and Metamoris professional grappling leagues.

Determined to make a name for himself in the next chapter of his martial arts career, Tonon will be making his highly-anticipated professional debut at ONE: IRON WILL on 24 March.

“I am excited to begin my ONE Championship career, and proud to showcase my skills on the biggest global stage of competition,” he stated.

In his maiden assignment under the ONE Championship banner, Tonon crosses paths with Corminal, a Filipino martial artist based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia who is training out of MuayFit.

Corminal holds a professional record of four wins and three losses, with each of his career victories to date coming by way of knockout.

In his most recent bout, Corminal succumbed to Frenchman Arnaud LePont by way of submission in the first round this past November.

Corminal now aims for redemption as he eyes to spoil the much-awaited first appearance of Tonon in ONE Championship.

“I do not know what will happen in the match, but I am so excited because I like challenges,” Tonon pointed out. “Success is a future for only those able to see the value in facing challenges. Surely, I will exert tremendous effort in this new career path of mine.”

On the mat, Tonon owns notable victories over mixed martial artists such as Aoki, Dillon Danis, Beneil Dariush, Marcin Held, Gilbert Burns, Vinny Magalhaes and Ralek Gracie.

With an illustrious grappling career behind him, Tonon seeks to emulate the success of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners like BJ Penn, Royce Gracie and Demian Maia, who rose to prominence by trading their Gis for four-ounce gloves.

“When I found Jiu-Jitsu, I realized that if I wanted to be good at this, I needed to put the actual work in. I will do the same thing in the new chapter of my martial arts career because I really do want to be the best at this,” he assured.

As the sport continues to evolve with the rise and incorporation of other martial arts disciplines, Tonon made it clear that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will always have a high regard for him.

“By heart, I will always be a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner.  There are so many great athletes who paved the way for young competitors like me and made these two sports what it is today. I will represent the art of Jiu-Jitsu with pride inside the cage,” he ended.

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It’s a Galileorrific Summer 2018!

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Summer is fast approaching. Students are starting to anticipate their summer vacation -- which means freedom from homework, quizzes, and long tests. However, we all know the all too familiar story: after a week of playing games and watching television, they will be complaining that they are bored. Parents are also not too keen on letting the television and gadgets babysit their kids during the two-month break so as early as now, they are already on the look out for summer programs that will keep their students occupied, without sacrificing any learning opportunities.

In comes Galileo Enrichment Learning Program, which has been providing students with fun learning experiences all year round. Besides the regular enrichment programs in English, Math, and Singapore Math, Galileo also has summer programs that teaches important life skills. Galileo understands that the world is rapidly changing and students should be equipped with certain skills that are not usually taught inside the classroom.

                                                                  

The Summer Learning Camp: Zoofari is a program for young learners aged 2 to 4. Through themed modules of plants and animals, students will develop his/her fine motor skills, musicality, and creativity, while learning basic numeracy and literacy skills.

# of sessions	15 sessions per module
Module A	April 9-27, 2018 (Animals)
Module B	May 7-25, 2018 (Plants)
Fee	P 600 Registration Fee P 3,000 1 Module P 5,500 2 Modules

Kiddie Cooking Camp: Cooking with Numbers is a cooking and baking program for students aged 5 to 11 years old. Kids will develop their love for culinary arts and gain confidence in the kitchen while learning about different dishes from different countries around the world.

# of sessions	5 sessions
Module 1 Module 2 Module 3 Module 4 Module 5	Sweet Snack (England) Appetizer (Italy) Breakfast (France) Healthy Appetizer (Vietnam) Healthy Lunch Box (Japan)
Fee	P 5000

Money Smart Camp is a basic financial literacy and junior entrepreneur program for students aged 8 to 12 years old. Awareness and responsibility towards money should be taught at a young age

# of sessions	8 sessions per module
Module A	April 9-27, 2018 (Money Matters for Kids)
Module B	May 7-25, 2018 (Junior Entrepreneurs)
Fee	P 1,800

Now on it’s 5th year, the Digital Summer Camp touches on the technology side of learning. This program is in cooperation with Power Mac Center and is for students aged 9 to 14. This coding and STEM program teaches students innovation, creativity, and critical thinking through the use of digital tools and state of the art Apple devices.

# of sessions	5 sessions
Module 1 Module 2 Module 3 Module 4 Module 5	Robotics and Programming Animation Game Design and Development 3D Architecture Jr. Electronics
Fee	P 5,500

These programs are offered in select centers nationwide from April to May 2018. For more information and availability of slots, contact the Galileo Head Office at (02) 845-1234 or send an email to info@galileoenrichment.com.

Want Better Skin? Use These 7 Tips!

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Better skin is an aspiration for many and can really give you a lot more confidence - so how do you achieve it?

1) Ditch Any Chemicals You Can:

Things like chemical peels or ingredients such as salicylic acid might be tempting to reach for if you want to clear up your skin problems. On the other hand, quite a few skin products that are chemically based not only have possibly harmful ingredients, they're also likely to exacerbate skin problems or dry out your skin excessively. If you want to take a kinder, gentler approach to fighting acne, choose natural ingredients you can use for spot-fighting, like manuka honey or tea tree oil. Manuka honey has both antiseptic and antimicrobial properties for spot-fighting, but also has the added benefit of being able to reduce the marks and scarring that spots might leave behind.

2) Utilize Makeup That Fights Spots:

Everyone knows what a bad skin day is like, the ones where you just want to hide yourself under many layers of makeup. On the other hand, whereas makeup might hide your spots for a short while, it can also exacerbate the problem. If you want coverage that boosts your confidence in your appearance but not your flare-ups, then choose for non-comedogenic makeup which doesn't clog pores. If you want to increase the spot-fighting powers of your cosmetics even more, then consider the use of any mineral makeup that contains zinc oxide, which fights against acne-causing bacteria.

3) Enjoy Sips Of Spearmint Tea:

Acne is typically the result of hormones known as androgens, which have the power to over-stimulate your sebaceous glands, meaning you wind up with oily skin, spots, and blocked pores. If you want to counteract such effects, you might be prescribed oral contraceptives, if you're a woman. While these contraceptive pills might prove advantageous in clearing spots, they also have side effects which range from inconvenient to dangerous. Fortunately, some research indicates that you can enjoy similar anti-androgen properties from spearmint tea, to better mitigate hormonal imbalances and reduce acne in women.

4) Reduce How Much Contact Your Skin Has With Bacteria:

You might be shocked to learn just how frequently your skin makes contact with germs and dirt that cause acne. When you're asleep, your pillow is in frequent contact with your makeup, saliva, and skin oils, which makes it a bacterial breeding ground that can make acne worse. In a similar vein, you can spread bacteria around your skin with unwashed makeup brushes. If you want to minimize how much contact your skin has with bacteria, be sure to change your pillowcases frequently and make sure that you wash all makeup brushes roughly every two weeks. Also, don't touch your face unless you have too. You might even want to clean your phone off with antibacterial wipes when you make or receive calls.

5) Clean You Skin Appropriately:

If you personally suffer from skin that is oily or even just acne-prone, you'll likely find it quite tempting to over-clean the skin to kill off bacteria and dry out oils. On the other hand, cleaning your skin too often or even using hard cleansers might dry your skin out, causing the very flakiness that clogs pores. It might even cause your skin to start more oil production in order to compensate. Rather, try washing your skin twice daily with a PH-neutral and gentle cleanser so you don't destroy your skin's acid mantle, which is what protects it against both bacteria and moisture loss. Remove your cleanser with a piece of muslin cloth so your skin is slightly exfoliated. According to Dore Aesthetics this care will also help with wrinkles in the longer term.

6) Alter Your Diet:

A balanced diet with a multitude of antioxidants and nutrients is among the key factors behind skin that looks beautiful. On the other hand, there do exist particular foods you should either cut back on or even eat more of if you want to reduce spots. Research indicates that dairy is a leading cause of acne thanks to the hormones in it. Food packaging and plastic water bottles also leach out chemicals that contribute to hormone imbalances. Swap out packaged foods for skin-friendly fresh produce, including copious veggies, fruits, and anything rich in the omega-3 fatty acids.

7) Manage Your Stress:

The Archives of Dermatology journal published research that indicates high levels of stress make acne much worse. It's thought that this might happen because stress stimulates more production of hormones that are known to boost oil production within the sebaceous glands of the skin. Stress is also known to expedite chemical release that triggers inflammation. If you want to help your skin stay clear and spot-free, try finding healthy ways to handle stress, be it pampering, exercise, or meditation. If you need help relieving worries, try talking through your problems with somebody else.

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