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Images from The Gathering Seminar

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Geoff Grant

Dropbox link: Gathering Seminar 2023 >>



FAQ - the GATHERING

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Geoff Grant

The Gathering 9th September 2023 FAQ - the GATHERING

How does the weigh-in work?

The weigh-in’s occur just before competitors step on the mat to compete. A competitors division will be called to ‘Mat 2’ for example and they will weigh in then.

Competitors will weigh on wearing their Gi (no rash guard underneath) and must be below the maximum weight for their nominated division.

There is 0.3 allowance for the difference between scales, however as a general rule, please try to be under the maximum weight.

Being over weight will forfeit entry into the division; we will not be moving people on the day.

Is there an entry fee for spectators?

There is a small fee for spectators.
Adults (16 yrs +) - $15
Children (6-15yrs) - $5
Children under 6 - Free
Family Pass (2 adults + 2 children) - $25
Please click here to buy tickets:
https://www.intix.com.au/event/will-machado-bjj-championships---the-gathe/general_admission?

How do I register for The Competition?

We are now using the SMOOTHCOMP platform to run our annual Will-Machado Gathering. Many of you will already have a smooth comp account - and so you’ll know how to register.

For the newbies - here is a step-by-step guide to opening a Smoothcomp account - choosing the competition to enter (the Will-Machado Gathering) - and registering for it. It’s easy.

CLICK HERE: https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/88-how-to-register-for-a-competition

If you already have a Smoothcomp account - just register here: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/11515

What about Seminars with Rigan Machado next day?

You do not need to register. And all payments must be cash - at the door.
Cost:
Competitors: $100
Non-competitors: $120
All coloured Belts: 10am
All White Belts: 12:30pm

Venue: Dominance MMA - 9 Harper St - Abbotsford



Smoothcomp Registration here:>>


Rigan Machado @ Dominance - 9 Harper St - Abbotsford


Sunday 10th September 2023

Meerkatsu: seminar report - Turbo MMA

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Geoff Grant

When John dropped me a quick message a few days ago to inform me about his UK seminars, I jumped at the chance to join in. John doesn’t publicize his seminars – he prefers to visit the same few academies here and teach just for the club members. I count myself lucky to be invited because John is not only an OG and a legend.

Read Meerkatsu’s post here >>

2023 WILL MACHADO BJJ CHAMPIONSHIPS

Posted on May 02, 2023 by Geoff Grant

COMPETITION FOR WILL-MACHADO ASSOCIATES ONLY. THIS IS THE ANNUAL GET-TOGETHER FOR ALL WILL / MACHADO BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU MEMBERS; A SINGULAR OPPORTUNITY TO COMPETE, TRAIN TOGETHER AND SHARE THE MAT WITH PROFESSOR RIGAN MACHADO.

The Gathering 9th September 2023

Smoothcomp Registration here:>>


Rigan Machado @ Dominance - 9 Harper St - Abbotsford


Sunday 10th September 2023

The Gathering

Posted on September 13, 2022 by Geoff Grant

An absolutely amazing day with record competitors on Saturday and awesome seminars on Sunday From Rigan Machado.

Below are a few FB posts and image gallery's from the epic weekend.


The Gathering 2022

Results:
Full competition results>>
https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/7503/results









The Gathering 10th September 2022

Posted on April 21, 2022 by Geoff Grant

The Gathering 2022

If you already have a Smoothcomp account -
just register here: Enter>>
https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/7503


All Competitors ...

We are now using the SMOOTHCOMP platform to run our annual Will-Machado Gathering.
Many of you will already have a smooth comp account - and so you’ll know how to register. For the newbies - here is a step-by-step guide to opening a Smoothcomp account - choosing the competition to enter (the 2022 Will-Machado Gathering) - and registering for it. It’s easy.

CLICK HERE: https://support.smoothcomp.com/article/88-how-to-register-for-a-competition

New Will-Machado Black Belt in Geraldton

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Geoff Grant

Last night I had the privilege of awarding Braden Sweeney his Black Belt. He started training with me at the Geraldton PCYC as a 16 year over 11 years ago.

Early in 2020 Braden moved to Perth and continued his training under Leigh Burger as well as regularly seeking out and grappling with many of Perth brown and black belts.

As well as being a solid grappler with a well-rounded gi and no gi game he is an experienced coach with many years of assisting the planning and coaching in Geraldton as well as coaching in Perth. 

Congratulations Braden

Oliver Murray - Will-Machado Geraldton

Picture from L to R

Michael Jones, Braden Sweeney, Oliver Murray & Jasmyn Fairclough

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