In 2009 I planned a trip to the east coast where I found random friends and acquaintances to let me sleep on their couch while bussing it to different cities. It was amazing experience that allowed me to see DC, New York, Philly, Baltimore and Boston. Since then I have visited the DC area a couple of times and have fallen in love. Mainly, 50/50 academy in Arlington is my favorite place however there are other areas I adore.
In an attempt to spend my winter break from school away from LA and somewhere I love, I planned to somehow get there. And then I figured I'd visit some other places as well since I've been way from some friends for a long time. Tie that in with the fact that there are some major BJJ academies that I must visit, and I've got a great trip filled with sleeping on couches, exploring with natives and going on megabus trips in between states. My only issue (besides scrounging up the money) is finding accommodations.
It's kind of hard to tell you the exact day I'd be there since it will depend on the price of tickets and whatnot but ideally I'd like to be there from the end of December to about Jan 17th/18th. Most likely starting in NY and then ending in DC.
Anyhow, I need some help along the way in the BJJ community to allow me to stay in certain areas and if you don't mind being a tour guide, that'd be great. I'll be writing plenty of pieces for GRACIEMAG.com (I got hired for them, I'll have to explain that in another post. I promise I will soon!)
So if you or someone you know wants to entertain me for a day or a few days along the east coast near a major academy, please let me know and I'd be grateful. I'll teach you weird feet hooks, how to crochet a beanie and tell you cool stories about anything you want. And I'll write about you too!
Thanks for the help, guys! Message me on facebook should you be able to help in my backpacking adventure!
