Interclub : Bobby Dean Charity Workout Session

Grapplethon in collaboration with LA Jiu-jitsu/ Ribeiro JJ is back with the second installment of the Inter Club Charity Workout Session. Inspired by the popular event known as Grapplethon, The "Inter Club Workout Session" is an event which allows  participants to experience a great workout session while  providing assistance to someone going through burden hardships such as a serious injury, terminal disease, death, and other life crisis.

 

What is the Inter Club Charity Workout Session:  The charity workout session is hybrid combo of a routine fitness/drill class along with the core Grapplethon style of endless rounds training together. The concept behind this idea is to train to the best of our ability while showing support to the Grapplethon Star who is fighting the battle of his/her life.

Event Structure is as follow

·         30 minute combination of cardio and live position exercises.

·         2 Hour sparring session or until everyone leaves    

THIS INSTALLMENT OF THE CHARITY WORKOUT SESSION SERIES WILL FEATURE GI (WITH NO-GI AS AN OPTION).

This event will take place at........................

LA Jiu-Jitsu Academy/ Ribeiro JJ

7901 Melrose Ave Suite 205

Los Angeles, CA 90046
 

Date: July 30 2016

Time: 1 pm- 3:30 pm (note maybe go later)

Price: $10

What is the Cause: What is the Cause: The second installment of this charity event we will be showing support So Cal BJJ Brother Bobby Dean who ...is currently battling Lymphoma.

Bobby's Story: Bobby's Story: “ Hello Family and Friends, my dear sweet husband Bobby needs your help, he has Aggressive High-Grade Lymphoma. Whether you know him from Jiu Jitsu, ACS or Church, you know he is kind, funny and always there to help those in need. When Bobby first got sick, we found out our insurance is 'supplemental' aka doesn't cover anything. 100% of your donation would go towards hospital bills/diagnostic care/blood tests and treatment costs. If you can help with this out-of-nowhere illness, we would be forever grateful. GOD BLESS.

 

Auction/Raffle Prize: Raffles Gifts will not be a major focus at the Charity Workout sessions. There will be an Auction Prize up for grabs

 In-Door entry Gift:   On The Go Towels

If you are unable to attend please make all donations to Bobby Dean YouCaring Fund Page

For more updates on the event please visit the Facbook Event Page

Grapplethon Arizona: Team Brayden

 Established in 2011 Grapplethon has not only acted as a Samaritan to various causes but has also promoted unity and awareness extending beyond the confines of the grappling mats now making its way to Arizona.


WHAT IS A GRAPPLETHON : You probably thinking to yourself is this a tournament coming into your town ? NOPE !! Grapplethon is NOT A TOURNAMENT however it is a gathering of another kind. The Grapplethon charity event is an open mat fundraising training session where grapplers from various BJJ teams join together to train for a predetermined period of time, supporting individuals going through life struggles such as death in the family, terminal illness, serious injury, and other burden hardships.


Location:  Team Beauregard Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

                    145 W Broadway Rd # 8

                     Mesa, Az 85210

Date: April 23 2016

Time: 1:00 pm- until everyone leaves

 What is the Cause: Grapplethon Arizona beneficiary will be Bryaden Hughes who is diagnosed with a rare form of cancer known as Ewing's Sarcoma. Here is his story.

Brayden Hughes is a 13 year old boy that's already overcome several health challenges in his young life. He was a premature baby that led to months living in neonatal intensive care centers, eventually having his first surgery at 11 months old. By 3 years old he was diagnosed with Autism attending numerous amounts of speech and occupational therapies to better prepare him for kindergarten. This once nonverbal boy, began speaking and with the help of an aide at school, progressed nicely throughout his elementary school career. By middle school kids began to bully Brayden to the extent that he had to be homeschooled. Just when things began to calm down for him; the unbelievable news of cancer was given.

Brayden was diagnosed with Ewing's Sarcoma of the spine. A rare cancer that began in his spinal cord, and spread, fracturing several vertebrae. He has been receiving chemotherapy since July of 2015, and completed 6 weeks of radiation and is still going strong. This once bullied child, has taken his battle with cancer and catapulted it into a new lease on life. Upon going to various hospitals, he learned a lot about pediatric cancer families and in doing so, realized that even in his darkest days, there's a child somewhere fighting much harder than he ever had to. He began a charity where he takes donations and purchases much needed supplies for kids with cancer; such as diapers, formula, gift cards, clothing, and so on. He has touched many families through his philanthropic work, and in the process, managed to boost his own self worth a great deal. While Brayden is still undergoing chemotherapy today, he spends his days giving back to his community. His strength through adversity speaks volumes to his maturity; and he hopes to one day be cancer free himself.

Price: The cost to attend will be $ 10 nothing less. However if you choose to donate more that is totally fine.  (Cash or Check)

Format: 6 Minute Rolls (timer style).  Gi and No-Gi. If you choose to do no-gi please no crazy submissions that may injure your training partner. Remember we are here to Train Safe and Have Fun !!!  

 Raffle Prizes: There will be 7 raffle gifts up for grabs at the event. Raffle prizes will be raffled after every 12 minutes (2 rolls) so everyone will get to get there prize during the event!!!  Raffle Tickets with your first and last name will be used as the “raffle ticket” so luckily you don’t have to look at your number while training. 

 In-Door entry Gift: First 30 people to show up to the event will receive an exclusive Grapplethon patch!! 

For more information and updates on the event please visit  Grapplethon Arizona Facebook Event Page.

If you have any questions contact Monta Wiley or Ryan Bearegarud at Facebook.

For those that cannot attend the event if you wish to contribute to please make your online donations to Bryaden Hughes Beat Cancer Gofundme Page

Inter Club Saturday: Daniel Dion Charity Workout Session

Grapplethon in collaboration with LA Jiu-jitsu/ Ribeiro JJ brings to you the first installment of the Inter Club Saturday Charity Workout Session. Inspired and brought to life by the popular event known as Grapplethon and the Monta Monday classes, "Inter Club Workout" is a unique experience which allows it participants to experience a great workout session while showcasing their support providing assistance to someone going through burden hardships such as a serious injury, terminal disease, death, and other life crisis.

Thanks in part to the  many supporters over the past three years these charity gatherings have been a major success on many fronts which have showcased  unity ,camaraderie, and support for our  Grapplethon Star recipients.

What is the Inter Club Charity Workout Session:  The charity workout session is hybrid combo of a routine fitness/drill class along with the core Grapplethon style of endless rounds training together. The concept behind this idea is to train to the best of our ability while showing support to the Grapplethon Star who is fighting the battle of his/her life.

Event Structure is as follow

·         45 minute combination of drilling, cardio, and live position exercises.

·         2  Hour sparring session or until everyone leaves

 

THE FIRST INSTALLMENT OF THE CHARITY WORKOUT SESSION SERIES WILL FEATURE GI (WITH NO-GI AS AN OPTION).

This event will take place at........................

Location

LA Jiu-Jitsu Academy/ Ribeiro JJ

7901 Melrose Ave Suite 205

Los Angeles, CA 90046

Date: February 20 2016

Time: 1 pm- 3:30 pm (note maybe go later)

Price: $10

What is the Cause: The first installment of these Workout sessions we will be showing support our BJJ brother from Port City BJJ Daniel Dion.

Dan's Story: “ In June 2015, Danny, a 21 year old Hampton resident, was diagnosed with testicular cancer.  He bravely underwent surgery to remove the cancer and has been followed closely by Dana Faber Institute.  Unfortunately, in December, Danny was told that the cancer has spread to his lung and he will undergo nine weeks of intensive chemotherapy.    Danny has been working hard throughout his final year at UNH, as an economics major, with the ultimate goal to attend law school this fall.  In addition to his studies, he works as a legal intern to pay his way through his mounting medical bills.  In his spare time, he practices Brazilian jiu-jitsu and in November he earned his purple belt.” 

Danny's friends and family are hoping to raise money to ease the burden of his medical bills.

Raffle Prize: Raffles Gifts will not be a major focus at the Charity Workout sessions. However three raffle gifts will be given away during this event.

 

In-Door entry Gift:  (1) water / on the go towels

Big 300 Challenge: Although this is a charity workout session it seems as though Grapplethon rules are still a major influence that has made its way into this event. As most of you remember from past Grapplethon events we have all completed a certain amount of rolling/training to get extra money for the Grapplethon star. This event will be no different as we will be working together to helping Dan receive extra money by our secret Grapplethon sponsor.

Note: there may even be some new twists since this event is part workout/rolling session so stay tuned.

If you are unable to attend please make all donations to https://www.gofundme.com/dandion

For more updates on the event please visit the Facbook Event Page
 

Grapplethon: Standing With Ian

EGreeting everyone and welcome to the second installment of Quick Stop Grapplethon. It has been a

while since we have had a Quick Stop Grapplethon and we are really looking forward to putting on another great event. Since 2013 the Grapplethon events here in Southern California seemed to be getting bigger and bigger which makes this upcoming charity event one that me and everyone is looking forward too. This event will take place at a new location.

Global Jiu Jitsu Academy

16540 Harbor Blvd

 Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Date: November 14 2015

Time: 1:30 pm- until everyone leaves

What is a Grapplethon: A GrappleThon is a Brazilian Jiu jitsu event for charity, where the BJJ community gets together to roll for a predetermined period, fundraising for a worthy cause. In the case of the way I do them we pick an individual who seriously needs the help ex: someone stuck in a serious life crisis such as death in the family, cancer, or other life stricken issues. Grapplethon is NOT A TOURNAMENT however it is a gathering of another kind where different grappling practitioners drop there academy flags and come together for a just cause training and learning from one another. Grapplethon is an open mat 180 minute rolling session, which usually goes longer than that. The rolls will be 6 minutes each (timer style) so at the end of the day you will get 30 rolls of great training while also hopefully meeting new friends in the process while supporting a great cause.

 Format: Our last Grapplethon which featured gi and no-gi was a great success and fun experience for everyone. To keep with the flow of things this version of Grapplethon will be Gi & No-Gi training. 

RULE: if you choose to do no-gi please no neck cranks, heel hook, twisters, or any crazy submissions that may injure your training partner. Remember we are here to Train Safe and Have Fun !!!  (I will explain more on this rule in future wall post)

Also if you choose to do no-gi PLEASE bring rash guard or shirt. No rolling bare chest for hygiene and possible ringworm hazards.

What is the Cause:  Ian Matuszak, a 20-year-old BJJ Blue belt from Westbury, has cerebral palsy. It is a debilitating disease that impacts the lives of millions of people. He was also recently diagnosed with stage three esophageal cancer. 

Price: The cost to attend will be $ 10 nothing less. However if you choose to donate more that is totally fine. 

 

Raffle Prizes: Raffles Gifts will not be a major focus but there will be prizes given away for this event. Raffle prizes will be raffled after every 12 minutes (2 rolls) so everyone will get to get there prize during the event!!! 

In-Door entry Gift: First 25 people to show up to the event will receive an exclusive Grapplethon patch !! 

For more updates on the event please visit the Grapplethon: Standing With Ian Facebook Page

If you are unable to attend please make all donations to  " I Stand With Ian Go Fund Me Page"

 

 

Quick-Stop Grapplethon 2: Victory for Victoria

Greeting everyone and welcome to the second installment of Quick Stop Grapplethon. It has been a while since we have had a Quick Stop Grapplethon and we are really looking forward to putting on another great event. Since 2013 the Grapplethon events here in Southern California seemed to be getting bigger and bigger which makes this upcoming charity event one that me and everyone is looking forward too. This event will take place at a new location.

Subfighter MMA  

23272 Vista Grande Dr Suite A

Laguna Hills, Ca 92653

Date: April 18 2015

Time: 2:00 pm- until everyone leaves

What is a Grapplethon: A GrappleThon is a Brazilian Jiu jitsu event for charity, where the BJJ community gets together to roll for a predetermined period, fundraising for a worthy cause. In the case of the way I do them we pick an individual who seriously needs the help ex: someone stuck in a serious life crisis such as death in the family, cancer, or other life stricken issues. Grapplethon is NOT A TOURNAMENT however it is a gathering of another kind where different grappling practitioners drop there academy flags and come together for a just cause training and learning from one another. Grapplethon is an open mat 180 minute rolling session, which usually goes longer than that. The rolls will be 6 minutes each (timer style) so at the end of the day you will get 30 rolls of great training while also hopefully meeting new friends in the process while supporting a great cause.

What is a Quick-Stop Grapplethon: Our past Grapplethons have been organized in an event format filled with challenges, prizes, training and charity. A quick stop Grapplethon event is focused on the core of the purpose which centers of Charity and unity with the community.

 

Quick Stop Grapplethon 2 Format: At this Quick-Grapplethon event since we will be holding the event at an MMA academy in an effort to not only introduce the fight community to what grapplethon is all about and offer a new experience to the participants this version of Grapplethon will be Primarily No-Gi w/ Gi training as an option. 

RULE: if you choose to do no-gi please no neck cranks, heel hook, twisters, or any crazy submissions that may injure your training partner. Remember we are here to Train Safe and Have Fun !!!  (I will explain more on this rule in future wall post)

 

What is the Cause: This Quick Stop Grapplethon Star is 1 year Old Victoria Crihfield who has been diagnosed with brain cancer. . Listen to her story.

 
Victoria Ann Crihfield was born on June 17th, 2014. She suprised everyone by showing up 8 weeks early. Born at LB memorial hospital, Tori spent the first couple months of her life in the NICU. Mom and Dad practically lived at the hospital as they waited for Tori to gain enough weight so they could take her home. Tori finally made it home and life was perfect for about 6 weeks. Then on October 3rd, mom took Tori in for a routine check up, during this check up the doctor noticed fluid build up on the top of Toris head. She was rushed in for immediate surgery to relieve the pressure. After the MRI cam back, we found an obstruction, which was blocking her natural draining pathway for her brain fluid. Last friday, we had a 6 hour brain surgery and we were lucky enough to get 100% of the tumor out. So close to being in the clear, the labs came back and our world came tumbling down. She was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer. ATRT is a brain cancer that only has 30 cases per year and happens in only 3/1,000,000. It is a very agreesive cancer and our only hope to beat it is a very intensive chemo therapy & radiation regiment. These treatments on a 3 month old baby could have long lasting effects developmentally, The scope of the deficits are impossible to predict. However, my wife and I know that we must do everything we can, utilize the tools available, and stay positive and strong through out the process. We start chemo mid October, 2014 and the road ahead is a long one, that is why we will need all the love, and support we can get. We appreciate you all so much and i know with your help we will beat this, and we will have Victory For Victoria.

Price: The cost to attend will be $ 10 nothing less. However if you choose to donate more that is totally fine.  

 

Raffle Prizes: Raffles Gifts  will not be a major focus but there will be prizes given away for this event. Raffle prizes will be raffled after every 12 minutes (2 rolls) so everyone will get to get there prize during the event!!!

In-Door entry Gift: First 25 people to show up to the event will receive an exclusive Grapplethon patch !! 

For more information and updates on this great charity event please visit

Quick-Stop Grapplethon 2 Event Page  

If you have any questions contact Monta Wiley at monta2damax@gmail.com
 

Patch Purchase: Help Someone Out !!

This will be more of an informal blog than your typical deep thoughtful ones you have heard in the past. Due to some miscommunication with the patch manufacture which in the end worked out for the better we have had a "Patch Problem" ever since Grapplethon: Team Dana Moore. With over 360  patches received from the distributor I literally have enough patches for at least a good six more Grapplethon events which probably equals to three years.

At the conclusion of Grapplethon: Team Dana Moore I made an attempt to encourage people to donate to someone on a website and they would receive a free patch. Unfortunately nothing happened. Not to long ago through a individual visiting my academy she asked me about the patch and acquired in purchasing one which motivated me to restart the campaign so here goes.

I still have a bunch of Grapplethon Patches (about 60 grand total) left over if you want to purchase one. Although it would be a cool way for me to make some money for myself at the end of the day I am small time and I think someone needs the money more than me. So here is the deal.

Listed below are a couple of stories that may touch including our recent Grapplethon Star Liam Stark.

The way to purchase a patch is simple all you have to do is donate $5 or more to any of the individuals listed below and I will send you a Grapplethon patch. Verification must be made by simply proving you made the purchase by receipt or seeing you name on the contributor list.

Any question please feel free to ask me.

Thanks and remember lets be 1 % better by helping some else be 1% better in there time of need !!!

Take a Stand and Get Your Patch !!!

montay

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Options for Donations

http://www.gofundme.com/7q3k2ah93k8

http://www.gofundme.com/xm7mx8

http://www.youcaring.com/help-a-neighbor/help-valerie-babinski-kick-glioblastoma-s-ass-/257739

Liam Stark- Donations can be sent by PayPal to-stark102909@gmail.com

John Flite- http://www.gofundme.com/b25qas

Help #FranksFight Wife & Sons- http://www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/help-franksfight-wife-and-sons/241086#.VCmfR_PpFoI.mailto

Victory for Victoria- http://www.gofundme.com/finirc 

Your Own Option

 

Grapplethon Star Profile: Liam "Iron Man" Stark

Hi my name is Liam Stark. I have been fighting for my life since Day 1. Doctors didn’t give me a chance to survive due to heart conditions while I was in utero But I did. Unfortunately my twin did not have a chance. My twin is now an angel looking over me and my family. My mommy & daddy were devastated about the news that I wouldn’t survive too. They stayed positive and held onto hope. Me and my mommy fought through everything. The pregnancy was tough on all of us especially on mommy. During the pregnancy we had a number of serious complications in the form of high amniotic fluids (that needed an amniocenteses to remove fluid).

 Early contractions, syncope, and a number of cardiac issues.  We were in the hospitals a lot due to all of this. Then on May 20, 2013 I was born. We had some complications resulting in mommy’s heart stopping nearly three times during my delivery. Then I had some breathing issues because of all the fluid. 

Then just a few days old I would choke, Turn blue, even stop breathing. So my parents spent large amounts of time in the hospital with me. About 2 Months old doctors finally found out what was wrong with me. I had a Laryngeal Cleft ( rare congenital abnormality in the posterior laryngo- tracheal wall). There is a gap between the oesophagus and trachea, which allows food or fluid to pass into the airway. I am always sick with pneumonia because of fluid being in my lungs. Many times I was rushed into the hospital because I couldn’t breath, then I would have to stay in the hospital for observation or PICU. I had surgery to “try” to repair the cleft, but I am still the same way.

Then I also was diagnosed with GERD (reflux disease) I have to be on 3 medications 2x a day for this. I have a heart condition that they are still trying to figure out. So we are constantly at the cardiologist office or doing some sort of testing. I have syncope episodes just like mommy.  I also have a rare auto immune disease called Primary Hypogammaglobulinemia. Which is low levels of gamma globulin (antibodies) in the blood and I am in high increased risk of infections.( bacterial infections, Viral infections, colds, flu ect.) Also I have low levels of B-cells (lymphocytes)-Special white blood cells. BUT because I have low level of B-cells and no antibodies my body attacks itself especially my organs. Also my body doesn't response to titers ( immunizations). This disease makes me in a higher risk for blood cancers and an infection could also take my life if I cant fight it off. There is no cure for this all my doctors can do is give me blood transfusion treatments every 4 weeks (IVIG therapy). My whole 1^st year of life has been spent in the PICU center, Observation rooms at the hospital, overnight stays, ambulance rides, Always at the pediatric doctors office.

Always in Boston hospitals which is about a 3 hour ride one way.  I have been under anesthesia numerous of times for surgical producers or for medical testing.  I am thankful I have my parents always by my side to support me even though its been hard with some scary moments and financial hardships because missed days of work, insurance not paying for my medication or treatments. But despite all of this I am one of the happiest and amazing little boys you’ll ever meet. I am a little fighter, And losing is NOT an option! 

Optimus BJJ will be hosting a charity Grapplethon event to support Liam Stark for more information visit
Grapplethon: Liam's Fight Event Page

For those that cannot attend the event if you wish to contribute to Liam’s Fight Donations can be sent by PayPal to-stark102909@gmail.com