In December 2012, 70 plus students graded in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, eight students of the Icon Mixed Martial Arts team Norwich faring excellently in their art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Slough . All of them successfully passed their tests, graduating to higher levels, from blue to second-degree black belt, making the Icon Norwich team the highest ranking team in Norfolk. —
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an MMA form that is fast gaining popularity as an effective self-defense system with its focus on defending against stronger opponents by using leverage and techniques like choke-holds and joint blocks. Its primary difference from the parent art of Judo is that it is not just an MMA but a sport and a whole unique way of life.
Members awarded grades were-
1. Steve Cowan - second degree black belt.
2. Tom Jermy - brown belt.
3. Daddy Kabuiku - purple belt.
4. Mike Peachey - purple belt.
5. Simon duckworth - blue belt.
6. Tyler Bloomfield - blue belt.
7. Luke Platten- blue belt.
8. Simon Birritteri - blue belt.
Icon MMA Norwich was started in 2003. At that point in time, it had 5 students. Now, almost a decade later, its roster includes an impressive 100 members. It has emerged as a true school of champions, and has trained students from the very basics, to competing at the European level and emerging as European Champions. Starting in the back room of a local gym, now the Norwich based team offer an impressive 3000 sq/ft modern training facility.
Contact Info:
Name: steven cowan
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Organization: Icon MMA Norwich
Address: 26 - 28 Mason Road, Norwich, U.K, NR6 6RF
Phone: 01603 408707
Website: http://www.bttuk.co.uk/
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