Another Great Gracie Seminar is in the Books

Relson Gracie returned to GriffonRawl last Saturday for another great seminar.  This is his first visit to GriffonRawl since Head Jiu-Jitsu Instructor Jeff Starr was awarded his Black Belt.  Eighteen attended the two hour session.  It was good to see one or two members who have been absent for too long.

Master Gracie opened with self defense techniques and ended with material any pro fighter would want to have in their arsenal. 

Following the seminar part of the group headed to Cleats in Mentor for some grub and hung out.

Written by: Bob Donaghy

Sammy Callari Promoted to Blue Belt

Sammy Callari has had a good week.  Saturday night he added to his wins in the cage with a 1st round TKO for the GR Fight Team, and tonight he was promoted to Blue Belt. 

Sammy has been steadily improving his jiu-jitsu skills, and head of the Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy at Team GriffonRawl took notice. Tonight, after class, Jeff Starr promoted Sammy to the rank of blue belt. Sammy's hard work and dedication earned him the promotion.

It's showing up and doing the work that pays dividends in the cage and on the mat.  Be sure to congratulate Sammy on his hard work when you see him in class.

Written by: Bob Donaghy

Ryan Barnard Picks up First Stripe in Jiu Jitsu

Just a little over a year ago we had the pleasure of reporting that Ryan Barnard was promoted   to Blue Belt.  Ryan has been working hard on the mat, attending classes, and free-rolling in a constant effort to improve his skills. 

Keeping up with training and attendance has paid off again; after class on  Monday head of the Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy at Team GriffonRawl, Jeff Starr, added the first stripe to Ryan's belt.

Take a moment to congratulate Ryan when you see him at the academy. Congratulations again, Ryan!

Written by Bob Donaghy