US National Muay Thai Kickboxing Championship

October 27th, just 20 days away, Dayton, OH is invaded by the 3rd Annual US National Muay Thai Kickboxing Championship!  This is about the biggest event of the year on the kickboxing calendar and should not be missed by any serious competitor (or fan), so sign up fast.  Everything you need is linked below.

GR's own Jason Dent is a featured guest at the tournament and Jason plans to corner each and everyone from GR both member and or team fighter. The gym suggests that our members team up to car pool down to Dayton.  Remember to register as GriffonRawl MMA Academy so you don't end up facing any of your teammates. This is not a GR Official Fight Team event.

This tournament is just for fun and experience, so no worries about a bad result affecting your team ranking or standing in the gym.  As a bonus, the gym bringing the most competitors will take home $200.  If GR should happen be awarded the money Jason intends to use the prize money to get a new Thai bag.

Please follow the link below if you need more info about this event like rules, weight classes, etc.

Jason Dent "Do not compete unless you have at least 6 months of experience in the gym and have participated in heavy sparring.  This is not a novice event, it's the National Championships."

Where: TAMA Martial Arts Building 1753 Woodman Drive Kettering, 0hio 45420 USA
When: October 27, 2012 -
How Much: Prereg: $65. Day of: $75
More Info: http://www.daytonfights.com/More_Info.html
Website (everything else is available here): http://www.daytonfights.com/
Register Here: http://www.daytonfights.com/US_Nationals/2012/registration2012.php

How to get there (the gym will car pool):


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Written by: Bob Donaghy

Relson Gracie Seminar at GriffonRawl

GriffonRawl MMA Academy, is pleased to announce a seminar led by Master Relson Gracie

Sunday, October 21st, Master Relson Gracie will conduct a two hour jiu-jitsu seminar at the Griffonrawl MMA Academy. This the first Relson Gracie seminar at GriffonRawl since Jeff Starr achieved Black Belt and we expect a solid turnout.  This is short notice, and may be the only time Master Gracie will be at the academy this year, so it's an opportunity you will not want to miss.  Gi, no-gi, and MMA techniques will be covered. Proper training attire is expected.  You don't have to be a gym member to attend.

We've had word that at least five GriffonRawl members will be promoted this time, so please come and support your academy friends. 

After the seminar we will be taking Master Gracie to dinner at Cleats near the intersection of rt 306  and Rt 2.

What: Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Seminar
Where: GriffonRawl MMA Academy
How Much: $60 prepaid, & 70 day of the seminar
When: Sunday, October 21, 2012
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 pm Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of the seminar.

Relson Gracie is the second eldest son of the late Grandmaster Helio Gracie. He began learning jiu-jitsu at the tender age of two and was competing by age ten. He reigned as Brazilian National Champion for 22 consecutive years and was entirely undefeated during this period. His popularity grew, and he soon became known to many as “Campeao,” or “Champion.” In 1988, Relson moved to Hawaii to introduce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu to the Aloha State.


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Written by: Bob Donaghy

George Comer Confirmed for Caged Vengeance 12

After months of trying, failed efforts and opponents withdrawing George Comer finally has another fight, and with an opponent who seems intent on showing up.  This is the third fight on Comer's NAAFS contract.

Comer's opponent is Danny Benoit (1-0 pro, 6-0 ammy), from Gilbert Grapping in Chicago, IL.  Benoit's record includes five first round finishes and two Unanimous Decisions.  Benoit is 6' and normally fights at 165#



What: Caged Vengeance 12
Where: Z-Plex (formerly The Arena)  1543 Ohio 43 Streetsboro, OH 44241 (see map below)
When: October 20, 2012  Doors open at 3 pm, fight start at 6:30 pm
How Much: $30 and up.  See Jason Dent or George Comer for tickets: 440-358-9371


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Written by:Bob Donaghy