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Enjoy the Holiday Weekend!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100901-095239 UMMA Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:52:39 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100810-171726
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or

All programs for $125.00/month on a 16 month term


*GST/HST not included]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100709-204342 UMMA Sat, 10 Jul 2010 03:43:42 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100625-131228 http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100625-131228 UMMA Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:12:28 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100525-084254
Sunday, May 30 2010
B.C. Institute of Technology
3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, B.C. Canada]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100525-084254 UMMA Tue, 25 May 2010 15:42:54 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100521-095058 http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100521-095058 UMMA Fri, 21 May 2010 16:50:58 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100421-184007 ]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100421-184007 UMMA Thu, 22 Apr 2010 01:40:07 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100328-095724 http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100328-095724 UMMA Sun, 28 Mar 2010 16:57:24 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100307-215007

Congratulations to Shane Rice for winning the 143lb Black Belt division at The Abu Dhabi Pro North American Trials in Montreal, he submitted all of his opponents.]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100307-215007 UMMA Mon, 08 Mar 2010 05:50:07 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100212-114911
February 27 - 28, 2010

Saturday GI - 10am - 1pm
Sunday No-GI 10am -1pm

$100 each day or $160 for both

*Pre registration required, limited space!

more info email us at info@universalmma.com
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Sorry for the inconvenience, classes will resume Tuesday January 5th/2010.

This will not effect the Richmond location]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry100102-082924 UMMA Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:29:24 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry091217-134051 December 24th/09 thru January 3rd/10 and reopen on January 4th/10 Enjoy the holidays and we will see everyone in the New Year!!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry091217-134051 UMMA Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:40:51 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry091001-011039
Come and try out the classes FREE for a week!

Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30 pm and Fridays 5:00 - 6:00 pm.]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry091001-011039 UMMA Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:10:39 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry090720-011010 http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry090720-011010 UMMA Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:10:10 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry090422-010841
We have also added a Saturday wrestling drop-in class. This is a drop-in class where everyone is welcome, it is $10 and no commitment or membership is required. Looking forward to seeing new faces!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry090422-010841 UMMA Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:08:41 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry090124-010811
• Starts Jan. 31st, 2009
• SATURDAYS: 10AM - 11:15AM
• 8 WEEKS
• MAX 24 PARTICIPANTS
• 12 EXERCISE FORMAT
• COVERS ALL TRAINING ASPECTS:
• STRENGTH
• POWER
• SPEED
• ENDURANCE
• BUILDS ON TRAINING PROGRESSIONS

FIRST CLASS FREE
$12.50/CLASS UMMA MEMBERS FOR 8 WEEK SIGN UP
$15/CLASS FOR 8 WEEK SIGN-UP
(PASS TRANSFERABLE)
$20 DROP-IN]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry090124-010811 UMMA Sat, 24 Jan 2009 09:08:11 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081218-010740 http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081218-010740 UMMA Thu, 18 Dec 2008 09:07:40 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081120-010705


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He was voted the most technical competitor in 2003 and 2007, and participant in the best match of 2005.

Marcelo is also a foremost expert in teaching BJJ. With his careful attention to detail and his friendly personality, he is one of the most sought after instructors in the world. In addition, he is an author and teacher of numerous bestselling martial arts instructional videos and books.

Having excelled at the highest competitive and teaching levels of BJJ and submissions grappling, Marcelo is thrilled to share his love and passion for this wonderful martial arts with you. His seminars consist of 2 days of classes plus sparring time to be determined by him.

Marcelo's UNIVERSAL MMA seminar will take place on December 6th and 7th, 2008 at the Downtown Vancouver Academy.

Cost: $100.00/day for members or $ 125.00/day for non-members
For more information visit us at the Academy!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081120-010601 UMMA Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:06:01 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081120-010525
This is big news for our academy, for Vancouver and for Canada's MMA scene.

We are very proud of Denis' achievement and wish him the best of luck on behalf of the entire Universal Mixed Martial Arts Academy.

Stay tuned as we announce a possible gathering to watch the ght live! Read the ocial Sportsnet news release here!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081120-010525 UMMA Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:05:25 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081118-010455
Visit the ocial tournament website for additional information. All the best to our competitors!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081118-010455 UMMA Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:04:55 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081016-010435 Tickets available at Ticketmaster]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry081016-010435 UMMA Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:04:35 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080816-010338
We would like to thank everyone for coming out and showing your best, also a special thanks to Rafael Rebello the head BJJ Coach from world famous American Top Team.
Universal MMA is proud of all its athletes that came and all those that showed up to support. Big shout to Ahmed Khatib who came in second place in the advanced open.

A solid turnout of 15 students, with a few more we will surely grab 1st place next year!
Thank you all once again and see you at the academy!

The Medal Count
Submission Series with Gi
Austin Spencer - Universal SILVER
Mike Maguire - Universal GOLD
Submission Series No GI
Dominic Mak - Universal BRONZE
Rob Bailey - Universal BRONZE
Stephan Wedel - Universal double BRONZE
AJ Mackenzie - Universal SILVER
Ashkan Mashreghi - Universal GOLD
Pascal Polic - Universal SILVER
Victor Neumann - Universal GOLD
Mike Maguire - Universal GOLD
Gustavo Estrada - Universal GOLD
Austin Spencer - Universal GOLD
Rakan Khatib - Universal BRONZE
Jeff Zorzit - Universal SILVER
Jae Sohn - Universal SILVER
Yoon Heo - Universal GOLD
Ahmed Khatib - Universal SILVER]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080816-010338 UMMA Sat, 16 Aug 2008 08:03:38 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080815-010311
The Tuesday and Thursday 5:30-6:30 classes will now run from 5:15-6:30, an extra 15min.

See you at the academy!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080815-010311 UMMA Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:03:11 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080805-010238
This is a unique Round Robin tournament without elimination where the only way to win is by submission. Weigh-in takes place between 9:00am and 9:45am and the tournament will start at 10:00am. Every competitor will ght up to 8 times opponents of varying skill levels. Competitors may wear a Gi or grappling shirts and shorts, but only gi jackets and pants can be grabbed by opponent. The cost to enter is $50.00 and there is no spectator fee.

For more information please visit http://www.jiujitsulife.com or call 778-861-0137.

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It will be a 1hour fast-paced and fun class for women of all levels - the class will be run by our energetic and knowledgeable instructor Wilf Betz.

Come in for a FREE week and try this class out!

Class time will be Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30-6:30 pm. Have a look at the updated schedule, here.]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080513-010141 UMMA Tue, 13 May 2008 08:01:41 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080506-010054
Marcelo is also a foremost expert in teaching BJJ. With his careful attention to detail and his friendly personality, he is one of the most sought after instructors in the world. In addition, he is an author and teacher of numerous bestselling martial arts instructional videos and books.

Having excelled at the highest competitive and teaching levels of BJJ and submissions grappling, Marcelo is thrilled to share his love and passion for this wonderful martial arts with you. His seminars consist of 2 days of classes - 2 hours/day plus sparring time to be determined by him.

Marcelo's UNIVERSAL MMA seminar will take place on May 17th and 18th, 2008 at the Downtown Vancouver Academy.
Time: 1pm - 3pm Saturday and Sunday
Cost: $75.00 for 1 day or $ 130.00 for both days
For more information visit us at the Academy!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080506-010054 UMMA Tue, 06 May 2008 08:00:54 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080501-010027
The new class addition will be Competition Sparring, click on the text to learn more about the class.

For the updated Universal MMA schedule in Vancouver please click here. Looking forward to seeing you at the new class and time!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080501-010027 UMMA Thu, 01 May 2008 08:00:27 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080429-005940 TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
1 UNIVERSAL MMA 80 PTS
2 GRACIE BARRA VANCOUVER 76 PTS
3 RDC KELOWNA 52 PTS

UNIVERSAL MMA competitors that won medals:
Terence Chan - Gold - GI
Eric Verstar - Gold - GI
Austin Spencer - Gold - GI
Robert Beaupre - Silver - GI
Ben Greer - Gold - GI
Shiro Rae - Silver - GI
Tom Montes -Gold - GI
Jorden Nott - Gold - No GI
Pierre Honey - Bronze - No GI
Terence Chan - Silver - No GI
Joris Wong - Silver - No GI
Jae Sohn - Silver - No GI
Wilf Betz - Bronze - No GI
Ben Greer - Gold - No GI

"Huge congrats to Universal MMA in Vancouver for winning the overall team trophy. You guys came out to support and it showed with the great showing on the mats!"
-Tim Shears
Grapplers Inc.

We would like to give a shout out to all the Universal competitors that didn't medal - keep training hard your time will come!!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080429-005940 UMMA Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:59:40 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080418-005803
Enjoy the long weekend!!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080418-005803 UMMA Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:58:03 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080331-005855 You can see the changes and download a word or pdf copy at the following link. Universal MMA Schedule - Vancouver]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080331-005855 UMMA Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:58:55 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080329-005830 Congratulations to one of our own Universal MMA Fighters!]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080329-005830 UMMA Sat, 29 Mar 2008 07:58:30 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080313-005649
Come down and show your support. More info down at the academy.]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080313-005649 UMMA Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:56:49 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080219-005716
The week leading up to the seminar had training sessions with with Kron Gracie. Universal MMA student, Elliot Holden, recorded his training log on the day-by-day training sessions.

A big thank you to Elliot for his eorts in compiling this great training material! read more]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080219-005716 UMMA Tue, 19 Feb 2008 08:57:16 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080216-005600 March 9/08 Submission Wrestling (No-Gi) 3 hour seminar $70.00
*Limited space all spots must be prepaid -reserve now!!

KRON GRACIE
Kron Gracie, the 19 year old son of the legendary Rickson Gracie. He is quickly making his own mark in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World; the art that his
family made. And doing it in a similar devasting fashion as his father did!
-August 25th 2007, Kron Gracie took 1st place at the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Championships held in Los Angeles for the first time. He submitted all 5
out of 5 opponents!

-March 31st 2007, Kron Gracie took 1st place at the Pan American Jiu Jitsu Championships. He submitted all 5 out of 5 opponents!

-July 2006, Kron Gracie took 1st at the World Cup held in Rio de Janeiro. He submitted 5 out 5 opponents!

-One week later at the 2006 World Championships in Brazil, Kron submitted 6 out of 6 opponents!

Some of Kron's other 1st place wins are:
-2007 Copa Pacifica de Jiu Jitsu
-3rd SouthBay Open Jiu Jitsu Championship
-2006 Naga Championship- Chicago
-6th Annual Gracie United Tournament
-2005 Pan American Jiu Jitsu Championship
Kron Gracie is on a winning streak of 31 consecutive submissions in gi competition. Kron gives the credit to his father & instructor, Rickson Gracie.]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080216-005600 UMMA Sat, 16 Feb 2008 08:56:00 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080202-005435
You can see the changes and download a word or pdf copy at the following link. Universal MMA Schedule]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080202-005435 UMMA Sat, 02 Feb 2008 08:54:35 GMT http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080113-004933
The drop-in for this class is $20.

You can see the schedule and dowload a word or pdf copy at the following link. Universal MMA Schedule]]> http://www.universalmma.com/blog/index.php?entry=entry080113-004933 UMMA Sun, 13 Jan 2008 08:49:33 GMT