NZ Grappler in conjunction with OLIVER MMA are proud to present its first THROWDOWN TOURNAMENT on Saturday and Sunday 30-31 June 2012 at the Te Atatu Community Centre in Auckland. This event will feature a Takedown-only tournament for adults along with Submission Grappling Gi competition for Men, Women, and Kids. There will be weight divisions and Absolute, along with about $4000 in cash and prizes.

The takedown-only competition is designed to encourage more takedown techniques within the fighting sports. We welcome athletes from all sports that uses takedown techniques, such as MMA, Judo, BJJ, and Wrestling. Click here for the official rules for the takedown competition. First prize in the Absolute divisions of the Takedown tournament will be $400, and 2nd prize will be an iPod Touch. The Absolute divisions will be divided into 2 weight classes for the takedown competiton, under 84 kg and over 84 kg.

The Submission Grappling Gi competition will employ the same rules as the previous NZ Grappler No-Gi competitions with addition of holding and submission techniques using the Gi uniform. All submission grappling athletes are invited to compete, but divisions are separated by using BJJ belt ranks as a guideline. Click here for the official rules for the submission grappling gi competition.

Registration Prices are as follows:

$35 Takedown OR Adult Gi division until 11:59 pm on Saturday 23rd June
$55 Takedown AND Adult Gi divisions until 11:59 pm on Saturday 23rd June
$30 Kid Gi division until 11:59 pm on Saturday 23rd June

After 23rd June, late fee is $10 additional. All registrations must be received by Wednesday 27 June 2012.

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NZ Grappler are cranking up its presence in the Kiwi tournament scene! Here are the latest confirmed dates for upcoming tournaments:

• 30-31 JUNE 2012 – No Gi Takedown & Gi tournament for Adults & Kids (Auckland)
• 25-26 AUGUST 2012 – No-Gi tournament for Adults & Kids (Palmerston North)
• 6-7 OCTOBER 2012 – No-Gi Nationals for Adults & Kids (Auckland)

The 1st GRAPPLERS CHALLENGE was a great success for getting kids the competition experience they need. Thanks to the following Kiwi grappling academies for submitting competitors: Auckland MMA, Awhio MMA, Crolin Gracie/GR Macgyver, Douglas Jiu Jitsu, Oliver MMA/Gracie Barra Auckland, GroundControl Auckland, Hibiscus Coast MMA, Integrated Fighting Academy, Marcelo Lopes BJJ, Shuriken, Te Kura Awhio. Also congratulations to Byron Chivers and Dontaye Grimshaw-Hurring for winning the iPod Touch raffle, and congrats to Pit Vorster and Tiarn Johnston for winning the Nokia mobile phones raffle.

CLICK HERE TO SEE COMPLETED KIDS BRACKETS

CLICK HERE TO VIEW KIDS COMPETITION PHOTOS

Excitement for the first Grappler’s Challenge is heating up fast! NZ Grappler is giving away great prizes this No-Gi tournament 24-25 March 2012. There will be iPod Touch devices and cash prizes for Absolute Divisions, along with medals and certificates for the kids. Also being raffled are Supremacy 9 tickets and a fully framed UFC poster, signed by Mark Hunt.

Here is a summary of what’s up for grabs:

• 2 iPod Touch devices for Adult Competitors (winners by raffle drawing)
• 2 iPod Touch devices for Kid Competitors (winners by raffle drawing)
• Full-sized, mounted, and framed UFC poster autographed by Mark Hunt for Competitors (winners by raffle drawing)
• 4 tickets to Supremacy 9 MMA show in Henderson, Auckland
• $300 Absolute Mens winner
• $200 Absolute Womens winner
• Big Tournament Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places
• Certificate for each Kid Competitor

MORE TOURNAMENT DETAILS

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NZ GRAPPLER is proud to present the first GRAPPLERS CHALLENGE No-Gi Tournament is for Adults and Kids 24-25 March 2012. Adults compete on Saturday 24th March, and Kids compete on Sunday 25th March. All competitors from all grappling disciplines and academies are welcomed to compete. This is a great opportunity for the entire family to compete at the same event, which cuts down on travel costs.

FEE BEFORE 11:59 PM SAT 17th MARCH
$30 for Kids
$45 for Adults

FEE ON SUN 18th MARCH UNTIL 11:59 PM WED 21st MARCH
$40 for Kids
$55 for Adults

NO Registrations will be accepted after 11:59 pm Wednesday 21st March. Your bank payment must be cleared before Saturday 24th.

FREE ACCOMMODATION!!! Accommodation for this event is free if you need a place to crash during the event. We have arranged for full rental of the facilities for 3 days and 2 nights. So pack those sleeping bags and save on hotel costs by staying at the venue.

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CLICK HERE TO SEE WEIGHT DIVISIONS

CLICK HERE TO SEE RULES & REGULATION

CLICK HERE TO SEE FULL SCHEDULE

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE TOURNAMENT PRIZES

The last chance to register for New Zealand’s largest NO GI grappling competition is upon us. Don’t miss the opportunity to compete with other grapplers in the country at this historic event. Grapplers from all disciplines such as BJJ, wrestling, judo, and MMA are welcomed to try their hand against each other.

For adults, the break down of divisions is as follows:

SKILL LEVELS:
Beginner (under 1 yr training)
Intermediate (1-3 yrs training)
Advanced (over 3 yrs training)

WEIGHT CLASSES:
Men – 63, 67, 73 77 83 87, 93, 105, and over 105 kg
Women – 65, 85, over 85kg

Kids divisions will be determined on day of event.

Adults compete on Saturday 15 October starting at 10am (weigh ins start at 9am). Kids compete on Sunday 16 October starting at 9am (weigh ins start at 8am).

The last day to register on Wednesday 12th October, so don’t procrastinate any longer and get in your registration NOW!

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NZ Grappler are proud to present its first ever National No Gi Tournament on the 15-16 October 2011 at the Te Atatu Peninsula Community Centre in Auckland. The Adult tournament will be held on Saturday 15th October from 10 am to 4pm. The Kids tournament will be on Sunday 16th October from 9 am to 1 pm. BJJ and other Grappling academies across New Zealand are expected to compete at this event. This is a great opportunity for the entire family to compete at the same event, which cuts down on travel costs.

FEE BEFORE 11:59 PM SAT OCT 8TH

• $30 for Kids
• $45 for Adults

FEE ON SUN OCT 9TH UNTIL 11:59 PM WED OCT 12TH

• $40 for Kids
• $55 for Adults

NO Registrations will be accepted after 11:59 pm Wednesday October 12th. Your bank payment must be cleared before Saturday October 15th.

FREE ACCOMMODATION!!! Accommodation for this event is free if you need a place to crash during the event. We have arranged for full rental of the facilities for 3 days and 2 nights. So pack those sleeping bags and save on hotel costs by staying at the venue.

*** GREAT PRIZES FOR KIDS **
All kids get a Certificate of Participation
Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
Special prizes for outstanding performances

*** GREAT CASH PRIZES FOR ADULTS ***
$500 for 1st place Women’s Open
$500 for 1st place Men’s Open
$200 for 2nd place Men’s Open
$100 for 3rd place Men’s Open
Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd

Refreshments and food will be available and all are welcome, so come along and show your support!

PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO EFTPOS AVAILABLE ON THE DAY

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ATTENTION PARENTS AND COACHES: Our events intend to bring the traditional martial arts values and moral codes to the young generations by introducing the young athletes into the competition experience in a healthy family orientated environment. In order to keep a nice respectful atmosphere during the competiton the cooperation of the coaches, parents, and staff is needed and appreciated. Any misconduct during the event will not be tolerated.

SPONSORED TABLE SPOTS AVAILABLE: If you’re looking to market your service or product to our competitors at this event, you can sponsor a table for only $200. We will allow you space to put up a standard table and banner during weigh ins and competition hours. Please call Steve at 0212392896 if you’re interested in reserving a table area.