29 May 2014



I have just added two new exciting t-shirts to my store, you can buy the Bow & Arrow t-shirt here, and the Ape Suave T-shirt here.

Here is a little more information about the designs:

Meerkatsu Brand: Bow & Arrow T-shirt, Ape Suave T-shirt

I have just added two new exciting t-shirts to my store, you can buy the Bow & Arrow t-shirt here , and the Ape Suave T-shirt he...

22 May 2014





I asked film maker Hannah Jell (website and Facebook page) to make a little documentary film to help promote my brand. The trailer is pretty neat, the final footage (which will be about five minutes long) should be out soon. Enjoy!




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Meerkatsu mini-documentary - trailer

I asked film maker Hannah Jell ( website and Facebook page) to make a little documentary film to help promote my brand. The traile...

19 May 2014



Yoga, like the martial arts, is a practice that first originated a long long time ago. Both share a lot of similarities with respect to physical, mental and in some cases, spiritual well being. I wanted to know more about yoga so I hooked up with UK based instructor Jo Prakash.

Here are some thoughts about how yoga can help the grappler and some photos and videos of Jo showing cool yoga positions.


Yoga for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - with Jo Prakash

Yoga, like the martial arts, is a practice that first originated a long long time ago. Both share a lot of similarities with respect to ...

26 Apr 2014


Roll Supreme are a new UK based fightwear and leisure brand. With sharp graphic and type led designs and a commitment to the growth of BJJ in the UK and abroad, I sat down for a quick chat with owner Jack Colvin to find out more...


New Brand - Roll Supreme

Roll Supreme are a new UK based fightwear and leisure brand. With sharp graphic and type led designs and a commitment to the growth of B...

17 Apr 2014


Summary
The Killer Bee Kimono custom gi offer is the rare chance for fussy gi addicts like me to customise their own gi with near-perfect jacket and trouser dimensions. It is a fantastic idea that is backed up by superb quality of construction and ace customer service. A few minor quibble aside, this is a gi that I will cherish and enjoy wearing for a long time to come.

Information
Killer Bee website: http://www.killerbeegi.com/
See Part 1 of my Killer Bee Customer ordering process review.

Disclosures
I work with many different fightwear companies as a freelance designer. I have no business or personal connections with Killer Bee Kimonos. I bought this gi as a gift to myself with no expectation from the brand owner of a review. All views expressed are my own.


Gi Review - Killer Bee Custom Gi - Part 2

Summary The Killer Bee Kimono custom gi offer is the rare chance for fussy gi addicts like me to customise their own gi with near-perfec...

15 Apr 2014



My Flying (fighting) Peacocks rashguard + grappling tights are available from my store (from 16th April 2014) here: www.meerkatsu.com

You can buy them individually or, if you want both, we’ll apply a 10% discount to the set - this promotion is for a limited time only.

Here is more information about the products:


Meerkatsu Brand - Flying Peacocks Rashguard & Grappling Tights

My Flying (fighting) Peacocks rashguard + grappling tights are available from my store (from 16th April 2014) here: www.meerkatsu.com ...

9 Apr 2014



Summary
A superbly constructed genuine hemp product, the Battlepack Mini hides a veritable Tardis-like amount of storage. This bag was not only able to store a mutlitude of everyday training items, it was also very comfortable and portable enough to wear on long journeys thanks to its convenient overall size and padded zones. The only drawback is the non-waterproof material and lack of included raincover (it has to be bought as an extra).


Information
I bought mine from Grapplers Delight for £69.99
It is also available from the main Datsusara website for $79.99

Disclosures
I work with a lot of fightwear brands as a freelance designer. I have never worked with Datsusara. All views expressed in this report are my own.

Review - Datsusara Battlepack Mini

Summary A superbly constructed genuine hemp product, the Battlepack Mini hides a veritable Tardis-like amount of storage. This bag was ...

4 Apr 2014



*** UPDATE - the whole Grapplethon 2014 event raised £4,511 for Kinergy (incl sales of my art print) ***

I made ten art prints of my Heavenly Wristlock artwork and posted them up on Ebay. Within two minutes all ten had sold out. Here is a breakdown of the costs, revenue and amount raised:-

I offered the prints for £75 plus shipping (£6 for UK buyers, £15 for International buyers).
TOTAL raised including shipping amounted to: £873

Deductions:
Cost of printing: £179.64
Cost of parcel tubes: £10.98
Paypal fees: £34.82
Ebay fees: £87.70
Cost of postage: £ 89.70

TOTAL COSTS: £402.84

So as you can see, the pure total raised from the sale minus costs (£470.16) was less than the £500 I wanted. So I made up the shortfall from my own money and donated it to Can Sonmez's Grapplethon account (see photo at top).

The Bristol Grapplethon in aid of Kinergy is held on 12th-13th April at 8 Aldermoor Way, Longwell Green, Bristol and rolling begins at 2pm. If you want to take part, there is still time to organise yourself. Visit the event Facebook page for further details.


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Heavenly Wristlock Poster - fundraising results

*** UPDATE - the whole Grapplethon 2014 event raised £4,511 for Kinergy (incl sales of my art print) *** I made ten art prints of my H...

1 Apr 2014



*** UPDATE - the whole Grapplethon 2014 event raised £4,511 for Kinergy (incl sales of my art print) ***

Summary
Limited edition art print of only 10
Size A2 (420mmx594mm)
Features Meerkatsu’s Heavenly Wristlock artwork.
Printed on 255gsm Somerset fine art paper using archival inks.
Each print signed and numbered by the artist.
Buy it now fee of £75 plus shipping - available via Ebay
All profits donated to Grapplethon 2014 in aid of Kinergy

Meerkatsu Art - Heavenly Wristlock Limited Edition Art Print (A2)

***  UPDATE - the whole Grapplethon 2014 event raised £4,511 for Kinergy (incl sales of my art print) *** Summary Limited edition art...

30 Mar 2014


Today I attended the High Wycombe BJJ Open, the debut offering from Kleos Grappling - a tournament series founded by some of my academy team mates. The High Wycombe event was staged at the Wycombe Judo Centre, a full time matter judo academy.

There were some amazing matches and the winners of the blue and advanced (purple, brown and black belt) absolutes were able to take home a gigantic hammer as their prize.

Here are some photos:

Tournament: High Wycombe Open, Kleos Grappling

Today I attended the High Wycombe BJJ Open, the debut offering from Kleos Grappling - a tournament series founded by some of my academy t...

27 Mar 2014



A week ago my instructor mentioned that Dustin 'Clean' Denes would be visiting the academy and he enthused that I should go. I hadn’t heard about Dustin before (to my eternal shame) so I did a little prior research. The story of Dustin can be read here on BJJ Heroes. Briefly, he is an American who, as a young man about to enter college, dropped everything to live and train in Brazil. Not remarkable in itself until you begin to listen to the stories. How he submitted Marcelo Garcia and Jeff Monson among many high profile scalps, how he carries a fearsome reputation as a warrior on the mat. I simply had to find out for myself...

Seminar report - Dustin Denes

A week ago my instructor mentioned that Dustin 'Clean' Denes would be visiting the academy and he enthused that I should go....

24 Mar 2014


Summary
A reasonably plain gi made by the company behind Tatami Fightwear, the Fudoshin offers judo level uniform strength within a BJJ cut uniform. The thick and heavy materials along with formidable reinforcements make this a tough BJJ kimono for those who prefer a heavier set of features.

Full Disclosure: I was hired by Tatami Fightwear to design the logos and branding for Fudoshin. I was paid a fixed fee so I receive no royalties based on sales of this gi. The views expressed in this report are my own and those of my guest contributor - Mark O Brien.

Information
The Fudoshin gi website - http://www.fudoshinkimonos.com/
Fudoshin Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/fudoshinkimonos
Price: £85 UKP


Gi Review - Fudoshin Kimonos, Classic White

Summary A reasonably plain gi made by the company behind Tatami Fightwear, the Fudoshin offers judo level uniform strength within a BJ...

 

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