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