RUFFNECKS

For a number of years, I have engaged in various martial arts practices, focusing primarily on stand-up disciplines. In 2014, I initiated a journey into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where I instantly developed a passion. Teaching BJJ has been an integral aspect of my life for nearly as long as I have been training. Additionally, I have participated in a substantial number of competitions throughout my belt progression and continue to do so today. In 2023, Professor Andy Capper, who has twice earned world championship medals, gave me my black belt.

After starting grappling as a way to keep fit in the rugby off season, I found myself enjoying the sport much more than planned. Now almost 15 years later I'm still enjoying martial arts and can't see myself ever stopping training. I have had the benefit of living and training at a number of places around the UK and as a result got to train with some of the best coaches. My training although primarily being grappling includes BJJ, wrestling and MMA. I have fought on local MMA shows and believe in staying competitive within the sport. Proud to be coaching at Ruffnecks, and being part of everything the club has to offer

I started my BJJ journey initially to get fit. I soon started to build a ladies team as Bjj is mainly male dominated & I'm proud to have achieved this by building my own ladies team at Ruffnecks. I have trained since 2014 & taught alongside training since then too. I have competed in the past my biggest comp being the English Open but due to a medical condition I'm unable to participate competitively anymore but I'm always present to support my team.