4240 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.
Beaverton, OR 97005
Presented by Michael Chapman (2nd Degree Black Belt) and Impact Jiu Jitsu’s featured Black Belts:
Armand Debruge | Keisuke Andrew | Cameron Apple
This is the first in a series of seminars featuring Impact Jiu Jitsu’s seven Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts.
In this seminar you will learn new techniques, polish your game, and get ready for the Oregon Open. Lots of drilling and sparring to be had.
Topics:
• Armand Debruge: Counters and reversals to common guard passes
• Keisuke Andrew: Leg lock setups and finishes
• Cameron Apple: Half guard attacks
Cost: $40
Space is limited; register early!
On June 24, 2010, Impact Jiu Jitsu sent out an email request to its members, staff, and friends. The request was simple: “Help us save lives from cancer.”
A daunting task, but that email rang out like the starting bell in an MMA fight. Impact Jiu Jitsu proceeded to pull together its team and began raising funds for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Beaverton. With only 30-days until the Relay, Impact set an ambitious (some might say unrealistic) fundraising goal of $4,000.
To motivate this competitive group, Impact Jiu Jitsu challenged Portland’s New Breed Jiu Jitsu to a friendly competition to see which team could raise the most money. New Breed did not hesitate to accept, formed its own team, and began raising funds. The friendly banter that followed only sparked the effort on both sides.
Impact Jiu Jitsu, normally packed on a Saturday mornings, moved shop to Valley Catholic High School on Saturday, July 24. The team arrived at Relay for Life early in the morning, ready to make the track their home for the next 24-hours. Impact’s friends and family who have survived cancer came out and celebrated, walked the track, and enjoyed the sunshine while the team fulfilled it’s goal. Members walked, ran, and yes, even grappled, while keeping an Impact team member on the track for the full 24-hours.
When Sunday morning came and the 30-days of fundraising was totaled, Impact Jiu Jitsu surprised everyone. Organizers announced that out of the 58 teams (many of which began fundraising a year in advance), Impact Jiu Jitsu came in with a top-five fundraising finish. Team Impact Jiu Jitsu not only met its $4,000 goal, it surpassed it with a total raised of $5,511. Team New Breed Jiu Jitsu brought in an additional $1,588. Relay for Life of Beaverton raised more than $125,000 for the American Cancer Society with this year’s event, and fundraising continues through the month of August!
Impact Jiu Jitsu owner Michael Chapman couldn’t be more proud of his team: “Everyone came together and gave it their all. Those who joined the fundraising team took the challenge to their family, friends, and co-workers and made a huge difference. I want to thank everyone who donated and came out to show their support, as well as the volunteers that put on the event. They all made Relay an amazing experience.”
Impact Jiu Jitsu challenges others to help save lives from cancer by supporting the American Cancer Society and it’s fundraising efforts. To learn more visit cancer.org. Together we can make a difference in the fight against cancer.
Impact Jiu Jitsu's Michael Chapman, George Sotiropoulos, Armand Debruge, and Josh Long. Not pictured: Eric Jetton, Keisuke Andrew, JT Horner, Jason Appleton.
George Sotiropoulos defeated Kurt Pellegrino by unanimous decision on Saturday, July 3 in Las Vegas, NV. George was all business, controlled all ranges, and proved once again that he belongs on top.
UFC’s Dana White was quoted on MMAJunkie.com, July 5:
“I’m impressed with him,” White said after the July 3 Las Vegas event. “I was blown away with his Joe ‘Daddy’ Stevenson fight, and he looked incredible [at UFC 116] against a guy I have a lot of respect for, too. Kurt Pellegrino is awesome.
“[Sotiropoulos] is right there. He’s fought his way into the mix. No doubt about it.”
Impact Jiu Jitsu and George’s training partners couldn’t be more proud. Congratulations, George!
21945 NW Wagon Way
Hillsboro, OR 97124-8572
Attention All Grapplers: Oregon Open Registration is Now Open
Now celebrating it’s sixth year, Oregon Open continues its tradition of providing the Northwest’s growing number of world class grapplers with exceptional Gi and No-Gi competition.
• Early bird registration discount for all athletes who register by September 15.
• All competitors will receive a free event T-shirt.
• Visit subleague.com for details.
Don’t forget to register before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 17, for the May 22 Sub League Championship and Sub League Open tournaments.
Remember that the Championship is reserved for those athletes who qualified by placing first through fifth at one or both of the February 13 and April 3 Qualifier events.
The Sub League Open is for anyone who would like to compete but either did not attend the earlier events or did not qualify.
Visit subleague.com for more details, including a list of qualified competitors and registration information.
Friday, May 21, 2010, STRIKEFORCE will be at Portland’s Rose Garden Arena and Impact is on the card. Pro Escobedo will make his professional fight debut, and Lee Flores will be on the undercard with a tough amateur 185 lb. battle.
Tickets are available now at Impact Jiu Jitsu in Beaverton or Newberg. Proceeds from Impact’s ticket sales benefit Impact’s fighters.
You don’t want to miss this! Make your plans now, and come out on the 21st wearing your blue Impact shirts.