Rigan Machado + Rodney King Seminar (November 2007)

Once again, our yearly retreat got underway!

The 5 day event was held at Budo Academy, Singapore. Participants came from around the region.

Rodney King spearheaded the MMA coaching and striking element. Rodney offered over the weekend, on top of the normal retreat package, the GOLD package for those interested in fine-tuning their striking game at a more personal level. Over the course of the 5 days, he also conducted the Crazy Monkey instructor programme.

As for the grappling/jiu-jitsu element, it was conducted by none other than the walking legend Rigan Machado! This is a major highlight for the star-struck grappling enthusiasts who participated.

The retreat was great. A lot was shared and imparted. We look forward to the 2008 retreat!

Our friend from Malaysia, Vince, wrote a splendid account on his experience in the retreat.
Read it here.


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Grappling Circuit 2007

Grappling Circuit 2007, organised by Kreation Jiu Jitsu, was held at Budo Academy on the 30th of September 2007, sunday.

The event saw a good turnout of participants from different Martial Art backgrounds, representing various prominent academies in Singapore. The rules were grappling rules similar to those of ADCC's.

Categories (in various weight divisions) include:

- BJJ (gi, men's)
- BJJ (gi, women's)
- Grappling (no gi, men's)


The competition was fierce as competitors pitted their grappling prowess against one another, all in the spirit of great sportsmanship. The spectators were very good sport as well, as they cheered loudly, not only for their own team-mates but also for those from different schools.

Kudos to the participants for their sportsmanship and congratulations to all the winners. Grappling Circuit 2007 was a success, as agreed by locals and foreign visitors alike. Special thanks to Sulaiman who planned and organised the event. Kreation looks forward to a higher turnout and improved competition the next time round. See you there!








photos courtesy of Paul W.

John Will Seminar (July 2007)

Over the weekend, Kreation hosted John Will's second seminar in Singapore at Budo Academy. This 2 day seminar has proven fruitful to us. John Will's concise teaching, though can be described as regimental, is so effective that it ensures everyone keeps in pace and no one is left behind. His insights to Jiu-Jitsu, his wealth of experience and his humourous anecdotes have made this seminar such an enjoyable and a true experience. We had a great time and we look forward to his next visit!

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