Rise Grappling

Huge shoutout to Finlay Heap, Rhys McGimpsey, and Lewis Kelsey for stepping up at Solid Ground today

Four guillotine finishes and a near lights-out triangle — against more experienced competitors — earned them two golds and a silver.

Finlay then travelled up to Rural Retreat to compete at a second event, and came close to an armbar finish of his own. Hats off to his opponent, who ultimately won it via triangle.

All three have been training for less than a year. The future is very bright for this trio.

Wins and losses both taught us something today — credit to Finlay for pushing that pace, and to his opponent for finishing strong.

One very proud coach and club today.

A great time always had with Sam Quinn and Will Oldman teaching some filth from SLX. Plenty to add to our game. RIP turvs_bjj

Thanks to Sam Quinn and Will Oldman from Escapology BJJ HQ for teaching tekkers from SLX. turvs_bjj has been replaced. RIP

88 kids. 142 matches. One proud team. 🥋

So much growth on display today at our Kids & Teens Interclub — every roll, every scramble, every “I don’t want to stop” moment. This is what it’s all about. Pics by Michael Bruce

Huge thanks to our referees and staff for keeping everything running smoothly, and to the parents, coaches, and visiting clubs for all the support. Couldn’t do it without you all. Team Ryano Limavady Team Evolve Kinetic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu North Coast Grappling Peter McClay

Big shout out to Josh Gray

Started two years ago, has competed regularly, broke his leg two weeks ago and literally walked it off. A real handful in the gym.

Delighted for him

Also delighted to catch up on promotions, consistency doesn’t spoof

Congratulations to Gráinne

Always been consistent over the last two years. Full time mum, career.

Judo background, keeps herself in great shape and is a real handful when rounds start.

Well earned

Congratulations to Strangford Zero Gin
Consistently trained for years and has been finally awarded his blue belt.

The whole team are proud of your work and effort.

Rise Grappling – Women’s Beginners Course

New to grappling? Start with us. A 6-week beginners course just for women, coached by women — no experience, no uniform, no cost.

Starts Tue 8 September
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6pm
6 weeks | Spaces limited

Message us to grab your spot.