19 Apr 2017


Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms all over the world are universally proud to display their group team photos. A good team photo is a front window to the wider world. But the presentation can vary quite a lot so I thought I'd take a look at the different approaches gyms take when it comes to the group photo and offer some of my own commentary on the topic:

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April 19, 2017

From Formal to Crazy, 6 Different Jiu-Jitsu Team Formation Photos

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms all over the world are universally proud to display their group team photos. A good team photo is a front wi...
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18 Apr 2017



This amazing film about Roger Gracie has been over ten years in the making.

You can buy it (video on demand) here - http://www.bantamfilms.com/tradition/

Film maker Daren Bartlett is a true artist. Tradition is beautifully edited and produced. It captures a truly golden period in sport BJJ. The intimacy he depicted made me feel I was literally right there seeing, feeling, hearing, sensing every moment. It is wonderful stuff. Please watch it!



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April 18, 2017

Film: Tradition, Rise of a Gracie Fighter by Bantam Films

This amazing film about Roger Gracie has been over ten years in the making. You can buy it (video on demand) here -  http://www.bantam...
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I just participated in the 2017 Bristol Grapplethon run by Can Sonmez, owner of Artemis BJJ at MyGym in Bristol. This year our efforts were focused on raising funds for SARSAS (Somerset & Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support).

Can has run these Grapplethons since 2012 and I've been a keen supporter, contributor and participant for each of these events. Follow on for some photos and commentary about my experiences this year...

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April 18, 2017

Event report: Bristol Grapplethon 2017 Another Successful 24 Hour Fundraiser!

I just participated in the 2017 Bristol Grapplethon run by Can Sonmez, owner of Artemis BJJ at MyGym in Bristol. This year our efforts we...
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8 Apr 2017


Two new rashguard designs have just landed in my store!
Twilight Omoplata & Red's Revenge
They both come in unisex cuts but also there is a very small stock of women's cut sizes for the Red's Revenge model.
Buy them here: www.meerkatsu.com -> store -> rashguards.

See more photos:

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April 08, 2017

Meerkatsu brand: Red's Revenge rashguard and Twilight Omoplata rashguard

Two new rashguard designs have just landed in my store! Twilight Omoplata & Red's Revenge They both come in unisex cuts but als...
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6 Apr 2017




I'm very pleased to announce the publication of my Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Animal themed colouring in book.

You can buy it here on Blurb (UK link but check the top right corner for your own territory).
I have priced it at £9.99 UK pounds plus postage and packing. The best thing is to first select your country or language option (top right corner on blurb.com) and then search for 'Meerkatsu'

It is print on demand, so it takes around a week to arrive. If you are new to Blurb, sometimes they offer a discount for your first order. Check the Blurb landing page for details.

Read more about this project:

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April 06, 2017

BJJ Animal Alphabet Colouring Book by Meerkatsu

I'm very pleased to announce the publication of my Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Animal themed colouring in book. You can buy it here on Bl...
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28 Mar 2017



Summary
Jiujitsu.net is the online subscription learning site owned by black belt Dan Lukehart. It currently comprises over 600 videos with around 20-30 added monthly. Lukehart teaches most of the techniques but there are also a small number of guest instructors, such as Paulo and Joao Miyao.

There are two major selling points with jiujitsu.net: narrated competition footage analysis and the flow chart style open ended learning system.

Lukehart is possibly among the best at analyzing competition footage. His teaching style is also highly concept driven and much of the content on jiujitsu.net places emphasis on positions, transitions and flow with very little emphasis on submissions. If you enjoy both those facets to learning BJJ, then this site is well worth your time.

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March 28, 2017

Review: JiuJitsu.Net

Summary Jiujitsu.net is the online subscription learning site owned by black belt Dan Lukehart. It currently comprises over 600 videos...
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17 Mar 2017


UPDATE!
This auction is now finished and the final winning bid went for a staggering total of £1560!!!
Many thanks to the winning bidder. The print is currently winging its way to you.


This is a signed, one-off edition art print, of my Graceful Kimura illustration. It measures 80x60cm and is printed onto 240gsm natural white archive quality paper. The highest bidder on Ebay will have the print delivered to them via post in a roll tube (ie the auction does not include framing). All profits from this item will be donated to the 2017 Bristol Grapplethon, which this year will be raising funds for sarsas.org.uk.

You can bid for the print on Ebay here from 17th March 2017. The auction will last 7 days.

[I only auction these prints once a year, read about previous year's charity art print auctions: 2016, 2015,  2014 and 2013].






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March 17, 2017

Art print auction - the Graceful Kimura

UPDATE! This auction is now finished and the final winning bid went for a staggering total of £1560!!! Many thanks to the winning bidde...
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6 Mar 2017


*** UPDATE: The whole fundraising team together raised a whopping £4,856 for sarsas.org.uk. inclding £1560 from the auction of my Graceful Kimura one-off art print ***

 15th April 2017 we're set to embark on our next annual Bristol Grapplethon where we roll over a 24 hour period and raise funds for charity. It's a great event and so much fun meeting fellow jiujitsu enthusiasts from clubs all over the UK. This year we're raising funds for sarsas a charity dedicated to assisting and supporting survivors of rape and sexual abuse. Fund raisers who raise a certain amount will become eligible for this limited edition t-shirt designed by me.


Read more about how to join the fundraising team and how to pop in for a friendly roll here at the Artemis website.

Come join us for a roll or twenty!



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March 06, 2017

Fundraising: Bristol Grapplethon 2017

*** UPDATE:  The whole fundraising team together raised a whopping £4,856 for  sarsas.org.uk . inclding £1560 from the auction of my Grac...
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28 Jan 2017



Summary
Roll out mats are the perfect solution for people like me, instructors who require mats for part time use that are easy to transport, store and set up. I have been using these mats for over 7 months and they are perfect for my current needs. The most impressive aspect, aside from their portability, has been their durability and ability to withstand and absorb breakfalls and other high impact activity. There are of course some compromises and niggling little aspects to using these mats but the cons are more than outweighed by the pros. Read on for my full and detailed report.

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January 28, 2017

Review: Roll Out Mats

Summary Roll out mats are the perfect solution for people like me, instructors who require mats for part time use that are easy to tr...
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24 Jan 2017



Summary
Beyond Technique 2 is the sequel to the popular first volume of BJJ concepts by Nic Gregoriades and Kit Dale. This follow up alters the structure by adding many more examples of the concepts as applied to BJJ techniques compared with the previous volume. The usual high production values and easy to understand delivery from the two black belts ensures this set is a valuable addition to students regardless of level.


Availability
This video is only available as a digital download, see the JJB Store.
Cost: £40GBP (about $50USD)
Length: 1hr 15mins

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January 24, 2017

Review: Beyond Technique 2, by Nic Gregoriades and Kit Dale

Summary Beyond Technique 2 is the sequel to the popular first volume of BJJ concepts by Nic Gregoriades and Kit Dale. This follow up a...
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14 Jan 2017


The folks at London based company Full Guard Gear kindly sent me their latest product - soap and skin lotion. Here is a bit more information along with photos:


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January 14, 2017

Review: Full Guard Soap

The folks at London based company Full Guard Gear kindly sent me their latest product - soap and skin lotion. Here is a bit more informat...
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28 Dec 2016


I have just released a new rashguard and spats design - Colliding Dragons! 
Inspired by vintage costumes worn by Chinese emperors and also a little influenced by Bruce Lee's yellow outfit in Game of Death. I spent a good amount of time drawing the dragons, trying to ensure it looked as authentic as possible while still maintaining my own style. 

You can buy it here.

More photos...
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December 28, 2016

Colliding Dragons

I have just released a new rashguard and spats design - Colliding Dragons!  Inspired by vintage costumes worn by Chinese emperors and ...
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