Friday, September 10, 2010

Griffonrawl Victory Celebration!

GriffonRawl MMA Academy, in conjunction with Intimidation Clothing, will be hosting a team celebration party this coming Wednesday night, September 15,2010. We will be celebrating the success of the GR fighters in the last four fight shows we have competed in. Team GriffonRawl has gone 8-2 displaying all of their hard work and training.
We will be watching live fights on Spike TV followed by the premier of The Ultimate Fighter 12. Pizza will be provided. We are asking that everyone bring either a drink or dish to share or $5.00 to help cover the expenses. Sorry, no alcoholic beverages will be permitted on the premises.
We are also asking everyone to show their support for Intimidation Clothing by wearing any Intimidation apparel you might own. Come help us celebrate and show our support to the fighters of Team GriffonRawl.

What: Team Party
When: September 15, 2010
Time: 8:00pm
Where: Griffonrawl MMA Academy
6090 Pinecone Drive
Mentor, OH 44060
Cost: $5.00, a food dish, and/or beverages to share

Friday, September 3, 2010

Relson Gracie "Seminar"


GriffonRawl MMA Academy, in conjuction with the Lake County Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Association, is pleased to announce a seminar led by Master Relson Gracie on Sunday, September 12, 2010 from 11am to 1pm at the GriffonRawl MMA Academy in Mentor, Ohio. Gi, no-gi, and MMA techniques will be covered. Proper training attire is expected.

Relson 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. This is the only time Relson will be at the academy this year, so its an opportunity you will not want to miss.

When: Sunday, September 12, 2010
Where: GriffonRawl MMA Academy 6090 Pinecone Dr., Mentor, OH, 44060. 440-358-9371
Time: 11am-1pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior.
Cost: $50
Private Lessons: By appointment only. Schedule with Jason Dent.

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

UMMAXX "XTREME"


On Saturday, September 4, 2010 four GriffonRawl warriors are set for action in the latest edition of the UMMAXX MMA promotion. Tommy Judd and Dan Farnworth are set for featherweight action, while Landon Khakdoust is set to compete at welterweight. Lightweight Bryon McCroskey will be competing for the UMMAXX amateur title! For tickets to the event, see any of the men representing GriffonRawl in Cuyahoga Falls on Saturday night.

First bell is set for 630pm. For further information visit http://ummaxx.net/

NAAFS "Rock N Rumble 2010"


On Saturday, August 28, 2010 the NAAFS will host its annual event at Nautica Pavilion in Cleveland, Ohio. Donny 'Eagle Eye' Walker is the lone Griffonrawl warrior on the card, competing in the co-main event for the NAAFS Pro-Series Featherweight title! Donny will be taking on the always game, Mike Nesto. Mike and Donny are the lone survivors from the NAAFS featherweight tournament. Originally scheduled for Fight Night in the Flats, it has been rescheduled for the 28th. Donny is currently riding a five fight pro winning streak and looking to continue his not only winning, but exciting ways! Please see Donny for tickets.
For full information and for the entire fight card please visit www.naafs.tv

Please keep in mind that the first bell is scheduled for 6pm sharp!

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Matt 'The Immortal' Brown "Seminar"


On the eve of NAAFS' Rock N Rumble, Team Griffonrawl is proud to host an MMA seminar with Matt 'The Immortal' Brown. On Friday, August 27, 2010, Matt will conduct two seminars. The first will be for those who have had no MMA fights (intermediate) and the second will be for those with at least one MMA fight (experienced). A large turnout is expected for both sessions, so advanced registration is strongly suggested. Special thanks to those sponsoring this event which includes Intimidation Clothing, NAAFS, and RP Rad Photography.
Where: Griffonrawl MMA Academy. 6090 Pinecone Drive, Mentor, OH 44060. 440-358-9371
When: Friday, August 27, 2010
Times: Intermediate from 6:00-8:00pm; Advanced from 8:30-10:30pm


Monday, July 12, 2010

GriffonRawl Junior MMA "Day Camp"

GriffonRawl Jr. MMA Day Camp – August 2nd – August 6th

9am - 1pm Daily
GriffonRawl Jr. MMA Day Camp is for all kids between the ages of 7 and 14.
We will offer specialized instruction in various Martial Art techniques taught by Four time UFC Fighter and Ultimate Fighter Jason “Dynamite” Dent and other Professional and Amateur fighters from the Academy. This program is designed to teach your child important life skills such as focus, confidence, teamwork, discipline, fitness and self-defense. We will place a strong emphasis on thinking first and fighting as a last resort for defense only.
We will participate in traditional day camp activities such as relay races, dodge ball, and other team building games to promote teamwork. We'll provide drinks for the day; you will need to bring a healthy lunch. Our staff is highly qualified and loves working with kids. Positive reinforcement and validation are values we have instilled in our staff and will promote in your children.
We offer Early drop off at 8:30am. You may book by the week or the day. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!


Camp Fees

Weekly
General $175 (includes registration, mouthpiece and hand wraps) Any new students signing up will have their normal required introductory class waived.
Members $150
Daily
$55 General / $45 Member (Friday will only be available to week long campers.)

Jr. MMA Day Camp Schedule
*Each day will begin with a series of warm-ups and stretches as well as a light group run.

*We will end each day with various games including dodge ball and PS3. The only PS3 games that will be permitted will be UFC Undisputed 2010 and Fight Night Round 4.

*Jason Dent will be conducting all of the classes as well as other GR instructors and professional GR fighters.


Monday – Boxing will be the art of the day. We will be covering everything from footwork, head movement, proper technique on the six basic punches, putting together combinations, how to use the speed and heavy bags and last but not least some controlled sparing.

Tuesday – Muay Thai will be the art of the day. We will be covering everything from footwork, head movement, blocking, proper techniques for throwing kicks, knees, elbows, and punches, sparing combinations, the use of thai pads and thai bags and last but not least some controlled sparing.

Wednesday – Brazilian Jiu Jitsu will be the art of the day. Students will not be required to wear a Gi; however we will be going over the benefits of training with a Gi. We will be covering everything from positioning, guard recovery, transitioning, submission offense, submission defense, and last but not least some controlled free rolling.

Thursday – Judo/Wrestling will be the arts of the day. We will be covering all kinds of takedowns, as well as take down defenses. We will teach students how to get and defend takedowns both using a cage and out in the open.

Friday – MMA will be the focus of the day. We will be primarily
focusing on how to put all of the arts we have been studying together
effectively. We will be evaluating GR fight team footage both Pro and
amateur and breaking down the action in detail. If the students are not
too sore at this point in the week we will vote on whether to free roll or
spar. We will provide a pizza lunch on Friday to celebrate everyone’s
hard work. We will also be having a water balloon fight so come
prepared to get wet.

OGC "2nd Submission Challenge"


We always encourage our members to remain active outside the academy and on Saturday, August 7th, the Ohio Grappling Challenge is hosting its "2nd Submission Challenge." This is a submission ONLY event, and is open ONLY TO ADULT competitors.

For mor information, visit www.ohiograpplingchallenge.com