Martial Games - 5th and 6th Sep 2009!

THE MARTIAL GAMES

The Martial Games is a new era of tournament in the UK, and has been dubbed by some as "the Olympics for Martial Artists". With 24 areas running over the weekend it is set to be one of the most unique and slick tournaments ever to hit the UK and with an estimated 1000+ competitors it’s not one of those events you're going to want to miss!

Brought to you by the organisers of MAF-UK (held in April 09), this bespoke tournament for Martial Artists will play host to hundreds of individuals from all across the globe, competing for their spot on the podium whether it be Bronze, Silver or Gold!

The Martial Games will be held at Loughborough University (Leicestershire) on Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September 2009, guest celebrities will be awarding Trophies including Gok Wan & Zara Phythian and we are filming the entire tournament for a DVD release and television. On top of all this we are inviting IOC (International Olympic Committee) members to attend and watch the games.

We have appointed a board of Directors to look after each category, each specializing in their field.



Kwoklyn Wan

Managing Director

Co founder The Martial Games



Adam Jeffery

Technical Director

Co founder The Martial Games



Vic Marke

Production Director



Pat O’Malley

Filipino Martial Arts Director



Juliet Marke

Freestyle Martial Arts Director



Paul Newby

Traditional Martial Arts Director (Japanese & Korean)



Julian Dale

Chinese Martial Arts Director



David Graham

Northern Chinese Martial Arts Director



Dave Hawkins

Southern Chinese Martial Arts Director





Jim Uglow

Internal Chinese Martial Arts Director



Iain Armstrong

San Shou Martial Arts Director



Mike Donahue

Modern Wu Shu Martial Arts Director



Indonesian Martial Arts Director



Alan Orr

Wing Chun International NHB Chi Sao & Pankration Director



Leo Negao

Brazilian Jujitsu (Gi & No Gi) Director



Jonny Huskey, Ian Bromley & Alan Orr

International Catch Wrestling Directors




This is an open event & we are inviting all Clubs/Groups and individual competitors to take part during the two days, for further information and for full division listings please log onto our website www.maf-uk.co.uk or you can contact us on 0116-253-8668.

Bodypower Expo 2009 - Worlds Strongest Man!

Alan meets Mariusz Pudzianowski the worlds Strongest Man!

New Course - MMA Strength & Conditioning Coach

FIRST CERTIFICATION OF ITS KIND IN THE WORLD!
An MMA World Exclusive Event, presented by The Strength Company
In association with 10th Legion Fightwear, UTC Gym and MMAUnltd Magazine
MMA – Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach – Birmingham, UK
go to www.the strengthcompany.co.uk to download a registration form for cheque or postal order payments.
PLEASE NOTE: THE STRENGTH COMPANY IS UNABLE TO ACCEPT TELEPHONE BOOKINGS
Date: September 11 and 12, 2009
Venue: Ultimate Training Centre53 - 59 High StreetErdington, BirminghamB23 6SA

Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm (both days)
Cost:Early Registration: £349.00 before/on 1st JulyLate Registration: £399.00 after 1st July

Eddy Millis Seminar UK

My teacher and very good friend Sensei Eddy Millis was over las week to teach a seminar and catch up with me and my guys.

Eddy is one of the best Fight Trainers in the world. We had a great day of MMA and kickboxing.

I think most people may still be in shock from Eddy's leg kicks. lol!

He taught me his kicking methods when I first trained with him ( 7 or 8 years ago now) and I can say not many people have his understanding of how to land a powerful kick.

It was excellent to be back on the mat with Eddy and I look forward to seeing him again very soon.

Alan Orr BJJ Blue Belt from Leo Negao

After over 10 years grappling No Gi and always saying I not a fan of the Gi. I am now hear in a Gi in and Gi training weekly BJJ with the Gi as well as without! LOL

I always keep an open mind. Therefore when the time comes to make changes or grow and develop, I am ready. I always liked wrestling and No Gi grappling, but over the last few years I have found a great value in Gi training as well. So as time has passed I have I am proud to say I have earned my Blue Belt in BJJ from World Champion Black Belt Leo Negao.

Iron Wolves win big at 10th Legion Championship Fighting!

Great night of the Iron Wolves Fight Team!

We had 6 fights and 6 wins!!!

Also Aaron won the 10th Legion Semi Pro Middleweight Title Belt!!!


Semi Pro -

Aaron Baum def. Matt Pope via Guillotine - 0:33 Rd 3
for the Semi Pro Middleweight Title Belt

Duane Harper def. Steve Gate via Triangle - 1:36 Rd 1

Alex Wright def. Phil Gowans via Triangle - 2:48 Rd 3

Amateur -

Kieron Coxon def. Wayne Witham via Armbar - 2:37 Rd 1

Jamie Beveridge def. Steve Corner via Triangle - 1:28 Rd 1

Steve Middleton def. Tien Hung Pham via Unanimous Decision - 3:00 Rd 2


I would like to thank everyone who helped with the event!

Catch Wrestling Weekend - Johnny Husky

I just got back from 2 great days of training in Catch Wrestling with Johnny Husky.

Before a say more I must thank Ian, Jimmy and all the guys at Stockport. What a great group of guys! Ian and his guys made us feel right at home. Excellent group of tough guys with solid skills.

As some of you know I have a love for Catch Wrestling and have over the years tried to research and train with the top guys around in Catch. Which has been hard to do at times as not many real Catch guys are around any more.

The 2 days training with Johnny Husky have been the best training in Catch I have had! Johnny has a deep understanding of Catch as the original art it was and was able to fill gaps and build new bridges for me. His teaching was without limits and his skill was without question. I look forward to following up with Johnny who I consider a new friend and excellent teacher.

Ian at Stockport did a great job in bring Johnny over and I look forward to working more with Ian and his guys. True brothers in arms!

I will be interviewing Johnny for MAI very soon.




Johnny got to know Aaron!

Aaron - Alan - Johnny - Duane

Meet my friend pain!

Ian - Johnny - Alan