Grading Results 19-12-2011 BREAKING NEWS: Dave Ward receives MMA BLACK BELT. I was delighted to promote Dave to Black Belt in MMA Monday 19th December. Dave is one of the clubs 40 something & proud of it members. But let me tell you , has the go of someone half his age. He has an extensive knowledge of both striking & grappling arts & more importantly has the rare understanding of how to blend it altogether. I could go on & on about what Dave has to offer on the mat, but more important are his attributes in life. A great family man & an exceptional human being. Well done Dave you are a cherished friend & integral part of our club. Well done to all that participated in the recent end of year grading. On the night several white & blue belts received stripes on their belts after displaying some exceptional technique & showing that the club has some highly skilled future colour belts. After an awesome display of Jiu-Jitsu technique & an almost brutal 25 minutes of sparring two new proud Blue Belts emerged. Joey Agostino stamped his name as one of the clubs top up & coming grapplers with an absolutely perfect grading. Abdul Aboss capped off an awesome year of competion & takes out the clubs most improved this year. Well done guy's, now the journey begins. Andre Powell & Dave Ward, without a dout two of the clubs most dedicated & motivated members topped off the night with a superb demonstration of Jiu-Jitsu & some very high level wrestling against the clubs hierarchy. I was very proud to promote both Andre & Dave to Purple Belt in BJJ. Also a big congrats to Paul Roditis & Joey Agostino on their new MMA grades.