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DKJ MARTIAL ARTS & SOUTH COAST SUBMISSIONS - NEW PARTNERSHIP CONTINUES TO GROW. - Its only been a few months since Gareth Johnson and Brian Adams partered up to create the best training facilities in the area. Both men having trained for many years with a who's who of Martial Arts intructors decided to create what they have always wanted with the gym. Now they have done the same with the show. After travelling across the country to mostly second rate shows that don't match well, and don't look after the fighters they decided it was time to act and Shock N Awe was born. A show for fighters, promoted by fighters. The first installment of this exciting series of events will be at the Ferneham Hall, Fareham, Hampshire on Friday September 18th. Do not miss it !
WAYNE SMEETON W.C.B. DEBUT - Another outing to another Absolute Adrenaline show and this time Wayne Smeeton took on one of the Marchment family from Waterside MMA in a boxing match under white collar boxing rules. Wayne through everything he had at Marchments chin and hat off to, he would not go down and kept pressuring Wayne. A convinxing draw and a great performance from both men. Wayne contiues to be a credit and inspritiation to all in the gym.
NEW GYM NOW OPEN - Due to the popularity of the classes over the past year we have expanded to a much larger premises. Class times have changed slightly but we hope you continue to enjoy your training now at the south coasts number 1 training centre!
ABSOLUTE ADRENALINE, NEW BLOOD - This was the second outing to the popular Bulldog novice show. With Tom Devine due to re-match his opponent from last year after an unconvincing draw against Bulldogs Lee Winstantley in November,the pressure was on. Tom trained hard and trained right, he pushed forward for three rounds and took a unanimous decision. Josh Smeeton was up next against another of Bulldogs boys, Josh again kept the pressure on and convincinly took the fight on points. Just before the main event it was announced by MC Malcom Martin that Tom Devine had been voted fighter of the night by all three judges, quitre a feat for a 16 year old, making it the second time a DKJ fighter has won it in as many shows. One very proud coach and instructor then took them home ready for there next outing in March against new opponents and fresh blood!
FCFN LIQUID, PORTSMOUTH - Chris Fuga made his debut in the cage, Chris had an even first round until a lucky punch took him to the floor and the ref gave him an 8 count. The second round started and confidence oozed from his opponent and with Chris's confidence gone it only took 34 seconds for the fight to end in Chris losing with a TKO. Matt Gordon was then due to step up, and five minutes before he was due on, his opponent did a runner! Unfortunately, it happens to everyone at some point. Adam Woolmer from SCS stepped in and gave Matt his first experience in the Cage in a three round exhibition fight. Well done boys, onwards and upwards for next time!
BATTLE IN BOURNEMOUTH VII - Following on from their impressive debuts on the 'Wild In The Country' under card the same four fighters will be featuring on Battle In Bournemouth 7, again all under K1 rules. The show will also see the return of Russ 'The Basingstoke Bomber' Forder under AM MMA rules. After a very convincing win in May under K1 rules, Russ who has been training for several months in Grappling and Ju-Jitsu has decided to be the first from the DKJ Martial Arts gym to enter into these rules. There were over 100 supporters at the last show, because of the class of event there are only 40 tickets available priced between 25 and 35 pounds, please do come and support the gym again and get your tickets now!
WILD IN THE COUNTRY - Confirmed fighting on the Absolute Adrenaline promotion in Southampton, Hampshire all under K1 rules are Abid Mahmoud, Tom Devine, Josh Smeeton and Carly Godwin. This is the first step up for all of these fighters and we wish them the best of luck. Tickets are available from DKJ Martial Arts on 07738 789844.
PAULO TOCHA SEMINAR - Ever seen bloodsport ? Well Paulo was one of the best fighters in it, who actually is a fighter! He is a bangkok Thai champion and has too many credentials to list! More recently he has been training UFC Lightweight Champion BJ Penn as well as some of the Gracie Family. The seminar is being held in Bournemouth and all the places we had available sold out in 2 days! Watch this space for the photos and write up.
NEW CLASSES - Great news ! At last we are happy to announce that due to popular demand, and as of immediate effect there is now two ju-jitsu classes, two womens only kickboxing and circuit training as well as all your usual favourites! Click the link to the right to see the session times.
GENESIS K1 SHOW - Great novice day show saw Kev Godwin and Abid Mahmoud fight, and although they lost, they both enjoyed it and had a very good first time experience. Gracious in defeat its the experience that counts. The evening show, saw Mark Buckett, Ken White, and Russ Forder all win. A very succesful night for the DKJ Fight Club. Keep your eye out in Fighters Magazine for a full report.
WAKO REFERRES COURSE -
Well done to the four DKJ members/instructors who took part in the WAKO Referee's course in April. All four passed with one member getting the highest pass rate of the day ! Just another way DKJ goes further than any other to ensure members get the best possible training.
SEMINARS - Keep an eye out on the top right scroll bar for details of all courses, interclubs and gym events going on ! All are welcome and we have an open door policy to all gyms and clubs. Please contact us for further information on any of the events DKJ are running.
INTERCLUB - Februarty 17th will see the first interclub of 2008. Register your interest now !
STUDENT OF THE YEAR AWARDS - A big well done to Amy Rew and Angie Gow who won the Junior and Adult Student of the year awards. Check out the members page shortly for the full story.
K1 NOVEMBER 17TH 2007 - Having just put pen to paper, Gareth Johnson will be returning to the ring on the above date under K1 rules. Joining him from the DKJ Fight Club will be newcomer Russ Forder......watch this space !
JU-JITSU COURSE OCTOBER 14TH - Places are going quickly ! It is first come, first served. 12 punds each so book your place now !
MORE BREAKING NEWS - As quick as it was agreed, Mark Bucketts fight will not be going ahead as his opponent has withdrawn.
Watch this space for exciting news regarding the next big fight !
BREAKING NEWS - Mark Buckett has just been agreed to fight at Absolute Adrenaline in Bournemouth on Sunday 16th September. Get your tickets now for this K1 match up !!
July 14th BATTLE IN BOURNEMOUTH V RESULTS - DKJ unfortunately walked away with two losses on the night. A brave performance by Mark Levett who with only 9 months of training nearly went the distance with the Sukhothai fighter, unfortunately fitness prevailed and Mark went down exhausted in the third. Gareth Johnsons heavyweight K1 clash did not go as planned either, the DKJ camp knew that Ian Squire was strong with the knees and that he was, the fight finished in the 2nd with two great knees into Gareths ribs which has put him out for at least 6 weeks.
From these fights you would expect them to be down and out, but with the support from the huge crowd that travelled up to watch the fights there was no way the fighters could be. Speaking personally I have never been so proud in all my life, from the moment I took the fight I had complete support from not only my Father, but from my extended family, all of you inthe academy, something I have never had from so many people. I will be back, better and stronger I promise and I will bring the academy a belt. Thanks to Mark and Ken who did a great job running the corners. Gareth.
WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP - Simply click the 'join this site' icon below and sign up for access to our exclusive members area and access to videos, pictures and exclusive event ticket, and training equipment give aways!
NEW TRAINING SESSION @ The Fight Factory - 'FIghters only' a non stop cardio and sparring workout for all fighters over 18. Every Friday 18.30 - 20.30. Session costs five pound per session pay as you go members, three pound per session for all monthly members.
WE HAVE MOVED !! - Please note we no longer train at the Elmhurst Road gym. We now have a fully equipped gym three times the size in the Sanderson Centre off of Moreland Road, the gym is now known as THE FIGHT FACTORY.
FTABKA LOW KICK FIGHT NIGHT - What a night ! The DKJ Fight Club walked away with two champions on the night. Well done to Mark Levett who took the under 16's Championship trophy, an impressive display from such a young fighter. Congratulations to our veteran Ken White who took out two guys half his age to take the Lightweight Title, a very impressive technical performance.
My thanks and congratulations to Josh Smeeton, who went the distance and lost narrowly on points. Wayne Smeeton who's long term injury caused problems at the end of the 1st round which put a stop to his fight. Tom Devine who had a good win, followed by a knockout from his own team mate ! Mark Buckett who fought for the British Title had a poor decisison go against him, which caused uproar even with the opponents fans !
My thanks to Mark Buckett who ran the corner for all DKJ vs DKJ fights, and the fans ! All of you who made the short trip made all the difference. Thank you so much and I hope you continue to support us.
BATTLE IN BOURNEMOUTH V - Team DKJ will be competing at this event on July 14th with fights being agreed as this is written ! Maybe even a title fight..........watch this space !
APRIL 1st FTABKA LOW KICK FIGHT NIGHT - Team DKJ will be competing under modified Thai rules for the chance to be crowned champion is this tournement style event. Already confirmed are 5 of DKJ's up and coming amatuer fighters with more to follow. It will also see the return of Mark 'Boom Boom' Buckett who was in a serious car accident recently as was doubtful about his return to the fight scene.
3rd DAN BLACK BELT GRADING - Chief Instructor Gareth Johnson will be attempting his 3rd Dan Black Belt in Kickboxing on May 27th.
A HARD DAYS WORK AT THE WAKO BRITISH CHAMPIONSHIPS - Team DKJ managed to walk away with 3 full contact fighters finishing in 3rd with our oldest fighter at 44 ! We also had 2 light continuous fighters getting into the quarter finals and 1 through to the semi's. A great result as it was everyones first fight and they had a maximum of a 10 months training at the DKJ Academy. Just look at what can be achieved !
DKJ MARTIAL ARTS & SOUTH COAST SUBMISSIONS - NEW PARTNERSHIP CONTINUES TO GROW. - Its only been a few months since Gareth Johnson and Brian Adams partered up to create the best training facilities in the area. Both men having trained for many years with a who's who of Martial Arts intructors decided to create what they have always wanted with the gym. Now they have done the same with the show. After travelling across the country to mostly second rate shows that don't match well, and don't look after the fighters they decided it was time to act and Shock N Awe was born. A show for fighters, promoted by fighters. The first installment of this exciting series of events will be at the Ferneham Hall, Fareham, Hampshire on Friday September 18th. Do not miss it !
WAYNE SMEETON W.C.B. DEBUT - Another outing to another Absolute Adrenaline show and this time Wayne Smeeton took on one of the Marchment family from Waterside MMA in a boxing match under white collar boxing rules. Wayne through everything he had at Marchments chin and hat off to, he would not go down and kept pressuring Wayne. A convinxing draw and a great performance from both men. Wayne contiues to be a credit and inspritiation to all in the gym.
NEW GYM NOW OPEN - Due to the popularity of the classes over the past year we have expanded to a much larger premises. Class times have changed slightly but we hope you continue to enjoy your training now at the south coasts number 1 training centre!
ABSOLUTE ADRENALINE, NEW BLOOD - This was the second outing to the popular Bulldog novice show. With Tom Devine due to re-match his opponent from last year after an unconvincing draw against Bulldogs Lee Winstantley in November,the pressure was on. Tom trained hard and trained right, he pushed forward for three rounds and took a unanimous decision. Josh Smeeton was up next against another of Bulldogs boys, Josh again kept the pressure on and convincinly took the fight on points. Just before the main event it was announced by MC Malcom Martin that Tom Devine had been voted fighter of the night by all three judges, quitre a feat for a 16 year old, making it the second time a DKJ fighter has won it in as many shows. One very proud coach and instructor then took them home ready for there next outing in March against new opponents and fresh blood!
FCFN LIQUID, PORTSMOUTH - Chris Fuga made his debut in the cage, Chris had an even first round until a lucky punch took him to the floor and the ref gave him an 8 count. The second round started and confidence oozed from his opponent and with Chris's confidence gone it only took 34 seconds for the fight to end in Chris losing with a TKO. Matt Gordon was then due to step up, and five minutes before he was due on, his opponent did a runner! Unfortunately, it happens to everyone at some point. Adam Woolmer from SCS stepped in and gave Matt his first experience in the Cage in a three round exhibition fight. Well done boys, onwards and upwards for next time!
BATTLE IN BOURNEMOUTH VII - Following on from their impressive debuts on the 'Wild In The Country' under card the same four fighters will be featuring on Battle In Bournemouth 7, again all under K1 rules. The show will also see the return of Russ 'The Basingstoke Bomber' Forder under AM MMA rules. After a very convincing win in May under K1 rules, Russ who has been training for several months in Grappling and Ju-Jitsu has decided to be the first from the DKJ Martial Arts gym to enter into these rules. There were over 100 supporters at the last show, because of the class of event there are only 40 tickets available priced between 25 and 35 pounds, please do come and support the gym again and get your tickets now!
WILD IN THE COUNTRY - Confirmed fighting on the Absolute Adrenaline promotion in Southampton, Hampshire all under K1 rules are Abid Mahmoud, Tom Devine, Josh Smeeton and Carly Godwin. This is the first step up for all of these fighters and we wish them the best of luck. Tickets are available from DKJ Martial Arts on 07738 789844.
PAULO TOCHA SEMINAR - Ever seen bloodsport ? Well Paulo was one of the best fighters in it, who actually is a fighter! He is a bangkok Thai champion and has too many credentials to list! More recently he has been training UFC Lightweight Champion BJ Penn as well as some of the Gracie Family. The seminar is being held in Bournemouth and all the places we had available sold out in 2 days! Watch this space for the photos and write up.
NEW CLASSES - Great news ! At last we are happy to announce that due to popular demand, and as of immediate effect there is now two ju-jitsu classes, two womens only kickboxing and circuit training as well as all your usual favourites! Click the link to the right to see the session times.
GENESIS K1 SHOW - Great novice day show saw Kev Godwin and Abid Mahmoud fight, and although they lost, they both enjoyed it and had a very good first time experience. Gracious in defeat its the experience that counts. The evening show, saw Mark Buckett, Ken White, and Russ Forder all win. A very succesful night for the DKJ Fight Club. Keep your eye out in Fighters Magazine for a full report.
WAKO REFERRES COURSE -
Well done to the four DKJ members/instructors who took part in the WAKO Referee's course in April. All four passed with one member getting the highest pass rate of the day ! Just another way DKJ goes further than any other to ensure members get the best possible training.
SEMINARS - Keep an eye out on the top right scroll bar for details of all courses, interclubs and gym events going on ! All are welcome and we have an open door policy to all gyms and clubs. Please contact us for further information on any of the events DKJ are running.
INTERCLUB - Februarty 17th will see the first interclub of 2008. Register your interest now !
STUDENT OF THE YEAR AWARDS - A big well done to Amy Rew and Angie Gow who won the Junior and Adult Student of the year awards. Check out the members page shortly for the full story.
K1 NOVEMBER 17TH 2007 - Having just put pen to paper, Gareth Johnson will be returning to the ring on the above date under K1 rules. Joining him from the DKJ Fight Club will be newcomer Russ Forder......watch this space !
JU-JITSU COURSE OCTOBER 14TH - Places are going quickly ! It is first come, first served. 12 punds each so book your place now !
MORE BREAKING NEWS - As quick as it was agreed, Mark Bucketts fight will not be going ahead as his opponent has withdrawn.
Watch this space for exciting news regarding the next big fight !
BREAKING NEWS - Mark Buckett has just been agreed to fight at Absolute Adrenaline in Bournemouth on Sunday 16th September. Get your tickets now for this K1 match up !!
July 14th BATTLE IN BOURNEMOUTH V RESULTS - DKJ unfortunately walked away with two losses on the night. A brave performance by Mark Levett who with only 9 months of training nearly went the distance with the Sukhothai fighter, unfortunately fitness prevailed and Mark went down exhausted in the third. Gareth Johnsons heavyweight K1 clash did not go as planned either, the DKJ camp knew that Ian Squire was strong with the knees and that he was, the fight finished in the 2nd with two great knees into Gareths ribs which has put him out for at least 6 weeks.
From these fights you would expect them to be down and out, but with the support from the huge crowd that travelled up to watch the fights there was no way the fighters could be. Speaking personally I have never been so proud in all my life, from the moment I took the fight I had complete support from not only my Father, but from my extended family, all of you inthe academy, something I have never had from so many people. I will be back, better and stronger I promise and I will bring the academy a belt. Thanks to Mark and Ken who did a great job running the corners. Gareth.
WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP - Simply click the 'join this site' icon below and sign up for access to our exclusive members area and access to videos, pictures and exclusive event ticket, and training equipment give aways!
NEW TRAINING SESSION @ The Fight Factory - 'FIghters only' a non stop cardio and sparring workout for all fighters over 18. Every Friday 18.30 - 20.30. Session costs five pound per session pay as you go members, three pound per session for all monthly members.
WE HAVE MOVED !! - Please note we no longer train at the Elmhurst Road gym. We now have a fully equipped gym three times the size in the Sanderson Centre off of Moreland Road, the gym is now known as THE FIGHT FACTORY.
FTABKA LOW KICK FIGHT NIGHT - What a night ! The DKJ Fight Club walked away with two champions on the night. Well done to Mark Levett who took the under 16's Championship trophy, an impressive display from such a young fighter. Congratulations to our veteran Ken White who took out two guys half his age to take the Lightweight Title, a very impressive technical performance.
My thanks and congratulations to Josh Smeeton, who went the distance and lost narrowly on points. Wayne Smeeton who's long term injury caused problems at the end of the 1st round which put a stop to his fight. Tom Devine who had a good win, followed by a knockout from his own team mate ! Mark Buckett who fought for the British Title had a poor decisison go against him, which caused uproar even with the opponents fans !
My thanks to Mark Buckett who ran the corner for all DKJ vs DKJ fights, and the fans ! All of you who made the short trip made all the difference. Thank you so much and I hope you continue to support us.
BATTLE IN BOURNEMOUTH V - Team DKJ will be competing at this event on July 14th with fights being agreed as this is written ! Maybe even a title fight..........watch this space !
APRIL 1st FTABKA LOW KICK FIGHT NIGHT - Team DKJ will be competing under modified Thai rules for the chance to be crowned champion is this tournement style event. Already confirmed are 5 of DKJ's up and coming amatuer fighters with more to follow. It will also see the return of Mark 'Boom Boom' Buckett who was in a serious car accident recently as was doubtful about his return to the fight scene.
3rd DAN BLACK BELT GRADING - Chief Instructor Gareth Johnson will be attempting his 3rd Dan Black Belt in Kickboxing on May 27th.
A HARD DAYS WORK AT THE WAKO BRITISH CHAMPIONSHIPS - Team DKJ managed to walk away with 3 full contact fighters finishing in 3rd with our oldest fighter at 44 ! We also had 2 light continuous fighters getting into the quarter finals and 1 through to the semi's. A great result as it was everyones first fight and they had a maximum of a 10 months training at the DKJ Academy. Just look at what can be achieved !
August
Sunday 23rd @ 2pm
Junior Grading
Sunday August 30th @ 1pm
DKJ Interclub
September
Sunday 6th @ 2pm Adults Grading
Friday 18th September
Shock N Awe
THE BEGINNING
November
Saturday 14th @ 1pm
Junior Grading
These dates may be subject to change. For all inter clubs please make sure your name and details are on the list at the front of the gym. Gradings are invitation only.
Sunday 23rd @ 2pm
Junior Grading
Sunday August 30th @ 1pm
DKJ Interclub
September
Sunday 6th @ 2pm Adults Grading
Friday 18th September
Shock N Awe
THE BEGINNING
November
Saturday 14th @ 1pm
Junior Grading
These dates may be subject to change. For all inter clubs please make sure your name and details are on the list at the front of the gym. Gradings are invitation only.
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