Dear UKBJJA members, Here follows our updated guidance regarding the Coronavirus / Covid-19 Pandemic. On 12 May, the Government published its Covid-19 Recovery Strategy and announced a limited review of lockdown measures. The devolved regions (Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) have published...
In honour of International Women’s Day 2020, we bring you the first ever Unstoppable Girl podcast. Brought to you by UKBJJA Women’s Committee members, Gemma Kane, Jolie Boyle and Chloe Moore, this first episodes busts some myths about BJJ. If you are just thinking about starting...
Ben Robson Club: CF24 Jiu JitsuNickname (if you have one): SpudNotable achievements:UKBJJA international Open weight champion, 5x British Champion English Open Champion, Grapple fest, Polaris VeteranFavourite move: Rear Naked ChokeSporting heroes: Lucas Lepri & Matt FraserWhat inspires you to...
The BBC has come to UKBJJA member club 222 Jiu Jitsu to film a piece on women’s Jiu Jitsu. We already know how much BJJ can help with confidence, skill and empowerment, but it’s great to see major news media covering the sport. Well done to everyone! Watch the report here:...
Liberty Jones Name: Liberty JonesClub: Equipe TCA (The Combat Academy) HerefordNickname (if you have one): LibsNotable achievements: Junior World Silver 2019Junior European Silver 2019 European Bronze – Lisbon 2020. British NoGi Gold 2019 Favourite move: Footlock Armbar Sporting heroes:...
These are the UKBJJA top ranked athletes for 2019 Congratulations to all of the winners who fought so hard throughout the year. The winners of the Adult categories each win £500 sponsorship towards competing at the Euros or other high-profile international competitions. Black Belt Adult: Christine...
Due to circumstances beyond our control, the next UKBJJA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Referee Course Scotland will now take place on 22 September 2019 (instead of 7 September as originally planned). The venue is Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility in Motherwell and tickets are now on sale on Eventbrite....
The 2nd UKBJJA Junior Development Day took place on 6 July 2019 at the Sport Wales National Centre in Cardiff. It was taught by Ffion Davies and Chris Jastrzebski, with help from Greg Creel, Omied Jalalian-Khakshourand Neil Williams. Nearly 100 junior athletes from across the country came to...
Jordan Kirk is the top ranked adult MALE PURPLE belt for 2018.He is the winner of £500 sponsorship to compete at the 2019 Europeans in Lisbon. Good luck Jordan! Name: Jordan KirkClub: Fightworx AcademyNotable achievements:British open – Gold; London warrior cup – Double Gold; Naga UK – Gold; Kleos...
Lee Simpson is the top ranked adult MALE BLACK belt for 2018. He is the winner of £500 sponsorship to compete at the 2019 Europeans in Lisbon. Good luck Lee! Name: Lee Simpson Club: Team SukataNotable achievements: Heavy weight and open weight British Open blackbelt champion, Dublin blackbelt Open...
Andzelika Glapiak is the top ranked adult female white belt for 2018. She is the winner of £500 sponsorship to compete at the 2019 Europeans in Lisbon. Good luck Andzelika! Name: Andzelika Glapiak Club: De Souza Dojo Notable achievements: English Open Nogi Champion 2018IBJJF medalistPolish Open Gi...