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Jim Hughes and Royce Gracie New England MMA Host College MMA Challenge Championships Friday June 13 at The Log Cabin in Holyoke MA 6:00 pm
The end of the school year brings the College MMA Challenge Championship to the Log Cabin in Holyoke Mass. - April 24, 2008 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Royce Gracie, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Master and MMA Super Star Appearing at Log Cabin-Delaney House Wedding and Banquet with CT Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Jim Hughes
The Legendary Royce Gracie will be appearing at Western Massachusetts' premiere wedding and corporate event venue, the Log Cabin - Delaney House on the afternoon of Friday May 16, 2008 from 3:00 to 5:00. "We are excited to have Royce Gracie here at our banquet facility promoting his New England Self Defense Tour and Jim Hughes' upcoming College MMA Challenge and Live the Legend US MMA OPEN," says Beth DeGray, Director of Sales and Event Planning expert, at Log Cabin-Delaney House. - April 23, 2008 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Local Martial Arts Instructor Raises Money for Indianapolis School System
Master Instructor James Theros, teaches a special after school enrichment program for the students at Hornet Park Elementary School in Beech Grove, Indiana and donating 100% of the proceeds to the school to help with playground expansion for the kids. - April 18, 2008 - Level 10 Martial Arts
BayView Entertainment and Black Belt Magazine Ink Distribution Deal
BayView Entertainment and Black Belt Magazine have entered into a distribution agreement to bring Black Belt’s unique DVD series to major retail outlets beginning in June 2008. - April 12, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Teachers Train for Free Through 2008
“We want to give back to the people in our community that work hard to make a difference,” says Roger Boggs, the owner of Goshin Karate & Judo Academy. “I can’t think of a better way to say thank you to our local teachers than to offer them a place to relieve stress, stay in shape, and have fun- all for Free.” - April 03, 2008 - Goshin Karate & Judo Academy
MMA Battles Spill Over to Music Arena on indieSolo.com
IndieSolo.com, a filter for the independent music industry, launches MMA Music - a niche music section dedicated to Mixed Martial Arts and Music. - April 01, 2008 - EyeShout Media Inc.
College MMA Challenge: MMA 102 Winner, University of CT's Jeremy Pavlik and Open Division Winner Eric Conley
The January 26, 2008: University sponsored Live the Legend (TM) and College MMA Challenge (TM); MMA 102: GRAPPLING, was a great success. Competitors converged at famous Paddy's Beach in Rhode Island on this cold winter day and put their skills to the test and represented their college spirit with great enthusiasm. University of Connecticut student Jeremy Pavlik prevailed once again taking on college competitors one after the other. - March 31, 2008 - College MMA Challenge
Royce Gracie, Jim Hughes, Lou Rodriguez to Conduct First Ever Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar in Puerto Rico April 19
MA MMA & CT MMA Professor, Royce Gracie, will be teaching a historic seminar in San Juan Puerto Rico. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Jim Hughes and long time student Lou Rodriguez will assist Royce in this first Royce Gracie visit to Puerto Rico. The seminar will be held at the University of... - March 30, 2008 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Royce Gracie Appearing at College MMA Challenge in Westerly RI
Royce Gracie, the legendary MMA fighter and most recognized personality of the first family Mixed Martial Arts will appear at Live the Legend & College MMA Challenge at Paddy's Beach in Westerly RI - March 30, 2008 - College MMA Challenge
College MMA Challenge & Live the Legend MMA 103 Congratulates Winners Dan Mifflin (Yale) and Josh Hesser (Open Division)
College & Live the Legend MMA 103: Grappling Event a huge success. A beautiful March day brings some of New England’s strongest MMA grappling talent to the beach to see who is the best College Competitor and Open Division Fighter. - March 30, 2008 - College MMA Challenge
Connecticut MMA & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor Jim Hughes Promoted to Black Belt by Legendary Father of mma, Royce Gracie
Legendary fighter, Royce Gracie, promotes long time ct mma & jiujitsu student Jim Hughes to Black Belt in his family martial art, Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Jim Hughes heads Gracie Jiu Jitsu Self Defense & MMA training locations in Hartford Glastonbury, Southington, East Windsor, Enfield, Danbury, New Haven, Stratford, Norwich, UCONN/STORRS, Agawam MA, Boston MA, and Puerto Rico assisted by his top students and training partners. - March 29, 2008 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Niger Educational System Associates Partner with Malaria Foundation International
Recognizing that ending Malaria requires much more than bednets, the Niger Educational System Associates (NESA) partners with the Malaria Foundation to implement a long-term plan focused on education and economic development. - March 13, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Show Me How Videos Announces a New Instructional Video, The Ultimate Bag & Ab Workout with Tom Fox M.S.
Show Me How Videos is pleased to announce another in their instructional videos; this video, The Ultimate Bag & Ab Workout , is the first in a series on exercise and fitness with Tom Fox M.S. This video was created to cover skills for an excellent workout for everyday people looking for an... - March 13, 2008 - Show Me How Videos
UFC Fans Celebrate...Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Just Around the Corner
Mixed Martial Arts Fans can now enjoy the fitness, strength conditioning and exhilaration of training in the fastest growing sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra Chicago in Chicago’s north side. - March 12, 2008 - Gracie Barra Chicago
Ultimate Fighting Fans Rejoice... Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes Are Now Available in Waynesboro, Virginia
Mixed Martial Arts Fans can now enjoy the benefits, fun and exhilaration of training in the fast growing sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Annese Martial Arts in Waynesboro, Virginia. Classes are provided on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings with instructor Andrew Prickett. - March 04, 2008 - Annese Martial Arts
Bellingham Mixed Martial Arts Instructor Wins Golden Gloves Tournament
He trained long and hard and in the end it was all worth it. Medway, MA, resident Matt Phinney took home the top prize as he was recently named Champion in his division at his first Regional Golden Gloves Boxing Tournament in Lowell, MA. - March 01, 2008 - United States Mixed Martial Arts
comBATON Tournament of Games to be Held at Lyman High School in Longwood, Florida
comBATON, the martial arts team sport, will hold a tournament of games at Lyman High School in Longwood, Fl on February 23, 3008. The general public is invited and tickets are available at the door. - February 17, 2008 - combaton
Local Fighters Competing at Hinckley Grand Casino
Mitch Whiley and Megan Brody from Cellar Kickboxing and Martial Arts will be fighting at the Hinckley Grand Casino Feb. 15th, 2008. - February 13, 2008 - Cellar Kickboxing and Martial Arts
Expert Martial Artists Bring Their Skills to Zipidee
Karate, Self-Defense, and Mixed Martial Arts Instruction Added to Zipidee Marketplace. - January 27, 2008 - Zipidee
Fighters to Compete for Chance at Stardom with King of the Cage’s All Wisconsin Fight Quest
State Amateur Fighters to Compete for Chance at Stardom with King of the Cage’s All Wisconsin Fight Quest on March 15. - January 24, 2008 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
Former Green Bay Packer Running Back Herbert "Whisper" Goodman to Fight Undefeated Tony Bonello in KOTC: Sub Zero.
In an exciting turn of events, King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Resort Casino announce that former Green Bay Packer running back Herbert "Whisper" Goodman will fight undefeated Tony Bonello in tomorrow’s KOTC: Sub Zero main event. Michael J. Broderick, Director of Marketing... - January 13, 2008 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
Avoiding Steroids and Their Side Effects Should be Component in New Year’s Resolution of Athletes, Law Enforcement and Paramilitary
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Website for Women Fighters Delivers on Mission - Wfighter.com Sponsors Established Female Fighter, First-of-Its-Kind Charity Event
Newly established website for women fighters and fight fans announced it will sponsor veteran Muay Thai fighter in upcoming rematch and support charity Muay Thai, Kickboxing and MMA promotion in Washington. - December 29, 2007 - Wfighter.com
College MMA Challenge: MMA 101, Congratulates UCONN Student Jeremy Pavlik on His First Place Finish, and Live the Legend Open Division First Place Finisher Dave Sugihhara
University of Connecticut student Jeremy Pavlik, Western Connecticut State University student Justin Harpe, and Central Connecticut State University student Josh Randorf each demonstrated excellent MMA Grappling skills and took first, second, and third, respectively, in the College MMA Challenge: MMA 101 - GRAPPLING, event. It was a sight to be seen. Students traveled from as far as two hours away converging on the beach in Rhodes Island to compete for the first ever College MMA Challenge. - December 21, 2007 - College MMA Challenge
King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Announce Sub Zero
King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Resort Casino Announce Main Events for Upcoming Event to be held in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin on Saturday, January 12th, 2008. - December 16, 2007 - Lake of The Torches Resort Casino
Twin City Kickboxers Fighting for TEAM U.S.A.
Jon Lewis from Minneapolis and Neil Osten from Champlin will be competing as members of Team USA at the kickboxing World Championships in Coimbra, Portugal beginning November 29th. The 4 day tournament is held every two years by the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) and this... - November 23, 2007 - Cellar Kickboxing and Martial Arts
Korean Academy of Taekwondo Holds Grand Opening of South Branch
The Korean Academy of Taekwondo celebrated the grand opening of their South Branch location on Saturday, November 10th. Founded in 1980, the Korean Academy is one of Colorado’s oldest and most successful martial art schools. The school teaches traditional Taekwondo, Olympic Style Taekwondo,... - November 18, 2007 - Korean Academy of Taekwondo
Kick Butt Coffee Wants Central Texans to Get a Kick from Unique Retail Concept
Austin’s first martial arts-themed coffee shop set to open in December - November 09, 2007 - Kick Butt Coffee
Newest Dojo on the Main Line
Main Line has been committed to providing the best and most professional martial arts instruction in the Main Line for over 20 years. And they have opened their newest dojo (school) in the heart of Bryn Mawr, a town long noted for its excellence in primary, secondary and college educational opportunities - November 04, 2007 - Main Line Judo
Celebrating One Year of Aikido in Havertown PA
The Bushokan Dojo in Havertown, PA celebrated its one year anniversary on October 23rd with a special class featuring American Judo legend, Phil Porter. Members and guests were treated to a 2 hour class from Sensei (“teacher”) Porter featuring demonstration, technique practice and... - October 30, 2007 - Bushokan Dojo
WBC Muay Thai Event - XFight Promotions Sponsored by Fairtex & Singha Beer
XFight Promotions along with Fairtex and Singha Beer are bringing one of the most exciting ring sports - Muay Thai to the Bay Area with his first event on October 19, 2007 at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. The event is marked as "War of the Contenders" as ranking fights with world-class athletes to be sanctioned by the World Boxing Council - Muay Thai Division (WBC Muay Thai), United States Muaythai Federation (USMF) and World Muaythai Council (WMC). - October 07, 2007 - Fairtex
MMA Clothing Line FightGirl to Release 18 Month Calendar Featuring Ms. Tapout Worldwide
Mixed martial arts fans finally have something other than the latest match to get excited about. Official FightGirl, Inc. announces today the release of the super hot 18 month FightGirl calendar. FightGirl clothing is the premier clothing line for mixed martial arts female fans. The line,... - October 03, 2007 - Official FightGirl, Inc.
MMA Fighting Back in New Orleans
MMA fights in New Orleans, LA were a success. - September 25, 2007 - Beat Down TV
Royce Gracie MMA & Muay Thai New England; Guests at WBC World Muay Thai Championships with Fairtex CEO Anthony Lin and Founder Mr. Wong
Jim Hughes & Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Self Defense and MMA New England representatives were invited to attend the WBC Muay Thai World Championships at the Normandie Casino in Los Angeles California on September 9 as guests of Fairtex Muay Thai. - September 16, 2007 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Yoga Stick-E Socks...for That Barefoot Feeling - Eco Friendly and Not Just for Yoga
Yoga Stick-e Socks have a unique patented design that creates a barefoot feeling. The socks have a hole for each toe to extend through so the toes remain exposed. The exposed toes enable gripping during exercise. Yoga Stick-e Socks are made from eco-friendly Bamboo fiber which is naturally antibacterial, deodorizing and cooling. The socks are great for all barefoot sports including Yoga, Pilates, Martial Arts, Dance and more. They even make great Pedicure socks. - September 12, 2007 - Stick-e Products LLC
Botswana Teacher Joins SLAM Network and End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Campaign
The Malaria Foundation International applauds efforts of Botswana, Africa and Colorado, USA teachers working together to educate and train students to become active leaders in the world’s fight against malaria. - August 24, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
Martial Art Blue Ribbon Fight to End Malaria
The Malaria Foundation International & Choi Kwang Do Martial Art International have developed a unique partnership, fighting malaria together with persistent dedication and a special focus on educating children worldwide and developing a global network of Student Leaders Against Malaria. - August 20, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
Adventure and Martial Arts Writer on History Channel
Antonio (The Monk from Brooklyn) Graceffo is working as a martial arts consultant for the History Channel’s new martial arts TV series, “Human Weapon.” - August 18, 2007 - Speaking Adventure
Cambridge Who’s Who Recognizes George Wylie Thompson for 40 Years of Martial Arts Experience
CEO and President of the Arkansas Karate Association; An Expert Instructor of Karate - July 01, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Twin City Kickboxers Bring Home Gold, Earn Spot on Team USA
Cellar Kickboxing students Jon Lewis, Neil Osten, and Derek Knudson win gold at U.S. Open and qualify for 2007 WAKO World Championships in Coimbra, Portugal. - June 24, 2007 - Cellar Kickboxing and Martial Arts
UFC Fighter Alessio Sakara Scores Big Knockout
UFC Fighter, Alessio Sakara, has recently been involved in the most important fight of his life; fortunately, to UFC fan’s delight, the result of this battle will shape Sakara’s future and potentially the destiny of all future MMA fighters. Italy Based Sakara, scored his most important... - June 22, 2007 - Fight Management Group, LLC
Steve Blackman Will Be on the MMA Radio Show MMA Jumpnow
Steve Blackman joins MMA Jumpnow on Sunday, May 6 at 2:00 pm Eastern to talk about MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and his gym in Harrisburg, PA. The show can be joined live at mmajumpnow.com or talkshoe.com (search for MMA). Anyone with a question for Steve Blackman is welcome to join the chat or call... - May 01, 2007 - MMA JumpNow
Josh Barnett, “Baby Faced Assassin,” Releases Affliction Signature Shirt at Solis
Josh Barnett, “Baby Faced Assassin,” releases his new Affliction UFC Signature Series at Solis. Barnett made UFC history in 2002 when he became the youngest fighter in history to win the UFC Heavyweight Championship title. Other signature shirts in the series include designs from Randy... - April 21, 2007 - SUSA Trading LLC (DBA SOLIS)
Josh “Bring the Pain” Haynes on MMA JumpNow Tuesday Night
Tuesday Night at 7:15 or 8:00pm eastern time on MMA JumpNow Josh Haynes will be stopping by to talk about aspects in his last fight in the UFC (UFC 69 Shootout). He fought Luke Cummo and officially lost by referee stoppage (it may have been a quick stoppage). If you want to join in on the chat go... - April 17, 2007 - MMA JumpNow
Danbury Health and Fitness Club Sportsplex (sportsplexbethel.com) Hosts Gracie Jiu Jitsu Grand Opening
Tom Pear, owner of Danbury/Bethel CT's leading fitness and exercise center, Sportsplex, hosted the first ever Jim Hughes and Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu seminar in the area (gracie-jiu-jitsu.com). - April 15, 2007 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Danbury Gracie Jiu Jitsu Gives Grand Opening Seminar at Sportsplex Health and Fitness Club
Brazilian jiu jitsu coaches Jim Hughes from gracie-jiu-jitsu.com, Tony Butler, and Jim Harpe, conducted the first Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu martial arts and self defense grand opening seminar at Danbury/Bethel health, fitness, and exercise club Sportsplex (sportsplexbethel.com). - April 10, 2007 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
UFC fighter Alessio Sakara, Talks about His Next Fight in England
Alessio Sakara will be fighting in what could be his last chance at UFC glory. This incredible striker, has had a bit of rough luck in his last two outings. Many American fans do not know, the circumstances which cut short his potential wins. Today you can find out, more about the man who goes by the nick name "Legionarius". - March 30, 2007 - FightSponsor.com
Gracie Jiu Jitsu and Oasis for Wellness Acknowledge Carol Rodonis (carolrodonis.com) as she Courageously Fights Leukemia
Caroline Rodonis is a mother of two young children, ages 6 and 4, the wife of a teacher, and a teacher herself, is now a stay-at-home mom. But she has an extra job. In June 2006, she was diagnosed with the acute form of leukemia AML. Gracie Jiu Jitsu and Oasis for Wellness acknowledge Carol Rodonis (carolrodonis.com) as she courageously fights leukemia with strength, poise, and exemplary attitude. - March 28, 2007 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Randy "The Natural" Couture Live at Solis on Market, San Francisco on March 29th, 2007
Randy "The Natural" Couture, the current Heavyweight Champion of the Ultimate Fighting Championship will be available for photos and press interviews on March 29, 2007 at Solis on Market, located at 2231 Market Street, in San Francisco between 6:30-7:00 PM. Also known by his fans as... - March 27, 2007 - SUSA Trading LLC (DBA SOLIS)
Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Self Defense Now at Danbury and Stamford Health Club, Sportsplex
Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (gracie-jiu-jitsu.com) has found a new home with Danbury and Stamford health club, Sportsplex(sportsplexbethel.com), the leader in personalized group exercise and personal training. Jim Hughes and Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu self defense of CT, MA, and New England now have 10 ma & ct mma locations throughout New England (Danbury, Stratford, New Haven, Southington, West Hartford, Glastonbury, Windsor,UCONN/Storrs, Norwich, Agawam MA, Boston, and Puerto Rico - March 27, 2007 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense