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Kimura Trap Seminar 6/17/2017 – David Avellan
Sunday, June 4th, 2017David Avellan Kimura Trap Seminar
Date: 6/17/17
Time: 1p-4p
Cost: $75 (if you pre-register)
Special: For anyone who competes in the ADCC on 6/10 you will receive $20 off this price (just $55)!
A Message from David Avellan –
We all know what happens when you pass down knowledge through many middlemen. Although they may mean well, they might not pass down all the intricate details that make the technique perfect. Although you can order my DVD set (which I encourage that you do), you can’t ask my DVD’s questions, nor can they give you feedback on your technique.
That is what seminars are for.
Seminars are a great way of getting a concentrated blast of technique from top level talent. I know I have learned techniques from seminars that I have went on to win many matches with. Even learning just one technique or concept makes a seminar worth it’s weight in gold. How do you put a price on a technique that won you a world championship? They are an excellent way of boosting your technique and skill level.
Every seminar that I teach is planned well in advance, as I develop a written lesson plan to make sure all the content is focused and presented in proper order. My seminars run about 3 hours long per day, and it takes 2 days to cover the complete Kimura Trap System. I have had the pleasure of teaching seminars across the world and I continue to conduct seminars as time permits.
My Kimura Trap System Seminars are beginner friendly. I have taught white belts, children, and mean and women of all ages the Kimura Trap System with no problems. It also does not require flexibility or a specific body type to work well. Advanced students will also learn a lot as well. I have had ADCC World Championship medalists and BJJ Black Belts that have learned game changing techniques from my seminars.
Along with a great seminar, you will be getting a beautiful diploma recognizing your completion of the seminar, signed by the instructors. You can also take a photo with the instructors. Usually, the instructors will be available for private lessons and will also have shirts, DVDs, books, and other materials for sale that you can purchase if you choose to.
I have had the great honor of competing all over the world and have battled the greatest champions in grappling. I hold victories over Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts Rafael Lovato Jr., Tarsis Humphries, Amaury Bitteti, Roberto “Cyborg†Abreu, Rener Gracie, and Alexandre “Xande†Ribeiro. I have been featured in Grappling Magazine multiple times and have been featured in the local news as well.
I am currently looking forward to continuing my competition career and achieving one of my dreams – to become the ADCC Submission World Champion and Absolute Champion. I also wish to continue to spread my techniques and philosophy through seminars, books, DVDs, and through the internet.
TITLES
2000 KWA Sport Combat III Heavyweight Champion
2000 FFC Heavyweight Champion
2001 Rival Classic Heavyweight Champion
2001 Rival Classic II Heavyweight Champion
2002 FGA Submission Grappling Open II Heavyweight Champion
2002 Planet Submission 16-man Absolute Champion
2002 NAGA New England 10-man Superfight Champion
2003 NAGA World Light-Heavyweight Champion
2003 GQ Team USA Member – Cruiserweight
2003 NAGA All-American Superfight Champion
2003 NAGA Pro-Am Superfight Champion
2003 Finisher Cup Superfight Champion
2003 Grapplemania 4-man Superfight Champion
2003 GQ Pro Division World Champion
2003 Ultimate Submission Showdown – Silver Medalist
2004 Submission Wrestling Open ADCC Superfight Winner
2004 Grappler’s Quest West V Pro Middleweight Champion
2004 Grappler’s Quest Oxydol Challenge – Champion
2005 ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship Competitor
2006 AFC VIII MMA Bout – Winner
2007 BodogFight Season 4 MMA Bout – Winner
2007 ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship Competitor
2008 WEC Fighter
2009 ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship Bronze Medalist
2011 Grapplers Quest Florida Cruiserweight Champion
2011 ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship Competitor
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Self-Defense Seminar for Charity (Open to Public)
Thursday, April 14th, 2016Everyone is Welcome!
Butch Hiles BJJ & MMA, LLC will be teaching a self-defense seminar to the general public. Â This is a street self-defense seminar that will focus on escapes from holds, chokes, pins, attacks and more!
All proceeds will go to a fellow gym member who needs our support in some tough times.
Date: 4/24/16
Time: 1p-3p
Location: Butch Hiles BJJ, 410 Summers St, Charleston, WV 25301
Donation is $10 minimum but any amount is appreciated. Â You are free to help however you see fit.
Donate Below:
Marcello Monteiro BJJ Seminar/Promotions 5/13/16
Thursday, April 14th, 2016Pre-register Here:
***Don’t miss your chance to save some money and lock in your spot!!!
Accomplishments:
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Biography of Marcello C Monteiro owner of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Coach International Association |
      – Marcello grew up in the country that created Brazilian Jiu Jitsu… Â
And hopes that even after he’s gone, his knowledge will continue to spread.”
While in Brazil, Marcello attained many accomplishments: Â
Currently, Marcello lives in Indianapolis/IN in the US and he is determined to spread his style of Brazilian Jiu Jitsuworldwide. His most recent accomplishments include his Online BJJ Training Facility and his step by step, White to Black Belt Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Curriculum for students and instructors. |
Tom DeBlass BJJ Seminar 6/9/16
Friday, March 25th, 2016Pre-register Here:
***Save as much as $70 by choosing to pre-register for the seminar and ADCC!!!
Accomplishments:
More about the ADCC on 6/11/16
ADCC Gi & No Gi US Nationals
  (Brought to you by the WVGO)
Featuring Adult, Masters, & Children’s Gi & No Gi Divisions
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The Upcoming ADCC Super Fights Are Amazing!
The Olympics of Grappling return to Charleston, WV with the best Super Fights the state, and region, has ever seen!
Many want to “talk” about being the best, but the proof is in the talent and the results.  The ADCC has consistently provided the world with the best grappler’s and tournaments for many years now, and this year will be no different.  Do NOT miss these incredible athletes showcase their skills in gi and no gi action!
Ricardo Almeida VS Michael Mihas
Ricardo Almeida is one of ADCC’s most accomplished athletes. Â He has fought in Pride, Pancrase, the UFC, and is a black belt under the legendary Renzo Gracie.
He holds many grappling titles and has victories over many of the other top grapplers in the world such as: Josh Barnett, Rigan Machado, Dean Lister, Vitor Shaolin, Comprido, and many others.
Michael Mihas, also known as “Mr. Jiu-Jitsu”, across the internet is a black belt under Marcello Monteiro. Â He has competed since the mid 90’s and owns several grappling titles regionally and nationally. Â He is looking to make his mark by beating a legend.
Nikki Sullivan VS Amanda Leve
Nikki Sullivan is one of the best grapplers around. Â She is an ADCC Pro Trials Winner, NoGi Pan winner, and a multiple time IBJJF medalist. Â We know that she will put it all on the line and that is why we are excited to have her in the first women’s super fight in WV history.
Amanda Leve is being called “The Next Big Thing” by many in the grappling and MMA community. Â She routinely competes against, and beats, male competotors. Â She has won numerous NAGA, Grappler’s Quest, and IBJJF titles and had an epic 20 minute match with UFC superstar Cat Zingano while she was still in High School!
Both of these ladies have won the NoGi Pans and are expected to put on an amazing show for all of the fans!
Tom DeBlass VS Noah DeVore
Tom DeBlass is one of the most respected grapplers and trainers in the world. Â He is a former Bellator and UFC fighter with an impressive grappling record as well.
Tom is a NoGi world champion, a Pan American champion, an ADCC champion, and owner of several other world titles. Â It’s really hard to find many people as accomplished as he is in his weight class.
Noah DeVore has been making waves on the grappling scene for awhile. Â He is definitely an upcoming star but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t accomplished a lot already. Â He won the ADCC Nationals and followed that up by winning several cash tournament across the east coast.
Noah is looking to show the world who is after this ADCC!
Dante Rivera VS Jesseray Childrey
Dante Rivera is an Ultimate Fighter 7 competitor, a UFC fighter, a Bellator fighter, and a black belt under Ricardo Almeida. Â He has won several NAGA titles, Grappler’s Quest titles, and many more.
Dante is looking to get back on the grappling scene and showcase his talents!
Jesseray Childrey is another local grappler who’s looking to show the world what he has. Â He has several MMA titles, and several grappling titles in the WVGO, ADCC, EGO, and more. Â He recently beat UFC fighter, Matt Mitrione, in a No Gi war as well.
Jesseray is hungry to show the world he is a force to be reconned with!
Christina Linn VS Maddalyn Bean
For the first time ever, we will feature two youth super stars in an orange belt super-fight.
Christina “Lil-Bit” Linn comes from Team Ribeiro in Virginia and she has been tearing it up in competitions everywhere. Â She is making a big making a big name for herself and we are proud to have her showcase her skills for you!
Maddalyn “Jumping” Bean has made huge waves in the Ohio/Pennsylvania region and trains with a great team out of Next Level. Â She is non-stop action and she’s always looking for the finish!
 This super-fight will feature how amazing the youth competitors are becoming and we can’t wait for them to put on a show for everyone in attendance.
We are blessed to have so many amazing competitors and matches to show case. Â Don’t miss this epic event on June 11th!
Don’t Miss This Tournament
Clearly, these are the best Super Fights to ever hit the state, or region, and if you are a fan of high level grappling you do not want to miss this event!
The list of high level competitors is far too great for us to even list, but the ADCC is the Olympics of Grappling for a reason. Â Pre-register now and save money:Â http://www.wvgrapplingopen.com/adcc-gi-no-gi-nationals-return-to-charleston-wv-61116/
Read below for additional information
ADCC Gi & No Gi US Nationals
The Olympics of grappling are ready to return this June 11, 2016 in Charleston, WV and will feature the best grapplers the state has ever seen.
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Date: Saturday, June 11, 2016
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Time:Â Kids Tournament 10am, Kids Rules Meeting 9:30am, Adult Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 9:30am, Adult Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am. Â Doors will open at 8am and professional grappling divisions will start between 1030-11. Â Kids will start before the pros and we will work from the most advanced divisions on down.
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Cost: Only 65$ if you pre-register and you can compete in as many divisions as you want, and only 55$ for women and children. It is 85$ for those not pre-registered and 70$ for women and children (the final date to pre-register is June 9, 2016)
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Format: Official ADCC rules and scoring in all No Gi divisions (Click Here), and modified IBJJF rules in all gi divisions
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Location: WV State University – Flemmin Hall Gym, 5000 Fairlawn Ave, Institute, WV 25112 (Detailed instructions here)
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Contact: Butch Hiles Butch@ButchHiles.com
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Website:Â http://www.wvgrapplingopen.com/adcc-gi-no-gi-nationals-return-to-charleston-wv-61116/
New Youth BJJ Class Schedule
Monday, January 11th, 2016Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids/ Youth Classes
Thursday 6:30-7:30pm
Saturday 10am-11am
Saturday Youth Competition Class 11am-12pm
Sunday 1-2pm
Our Youth Program is amazing and it will help your kids reach goals they never thought possible.  Try it out for free today!
Purse Snatching Safety
Friday, November 27th, 2015CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) — A purse-snatching in downtown Charleston is leaving some on edge Thursday, especially with so many people in town for the state basketball tournament.
This week is a big time for head coach Penn Kurtz and the Wheeling Central Catholic girls basketball team. They’re playing for a state title.
However, what play to call isn’t the biggest risk Kurtz faces.
“As a girls coach, I’m always worried about their safety,” said Kurtz.
With thousands of people in town this week, and next week for the boys tournament, the risk for crime increases.
Thursday, Malik Soss was arrested and charged with Petit Larceny following a purse snatching at the Charleston Town Center.
Deneika Rice was arrested at the same time, taken in on drug charges.
Butch Hiles, a self-defense teacher in Charleston, says whether you’re at the mall or just walking down the street, it’s critical to pay attention to your surroundings.
“People are looking for people that are vulnerable,” said Hiles.
Also, don’t go out alone. That’s why Kurtz always has his team on a buddy system.
“When we’re in the hotel, we expect them to stay on the floor,” said Kurtz, “and they like to come to the mall so we always make sure they’re supervised.”
If you do become a victim, Hiles recommends not going after the suspect. Though it may be an instict, alerting authorities should come before chasing down your stolen stuff.
“They’re definitely not going to stop and say ‘here’s your purse, sorry, and give it back,'” said Hiles.
In the end, what’s inside is rarely worth the risk; and it’s certainly not more important than your safety.
Keys to Staying Safe During the Holidays (VIDEO)
Friday, November 27th, 2015SELF DEFENSE: Keys to staying safe during the holiday shopping season
Posted: Nov 19, 2015 6:29 PMUpdated: Nov 19, 2015 9:30 PM
Gi & No Gi Submission Only Tournament 6/13/15
Thursday, May 7th, 2015Gi & No Gi Submission Only Tournament
June 13, 2015 in Charleston, WV
Divisions for Men, Women, Kids, Teens, and Masters
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2015
Time: Tournament 11am, Referee Meeting at 10am, Competitor Rules meeting at 10:30am.
Cost: Only $50 for those who preregister ($65 at the door) and you can compete in as many divisions as you want (Preregistration’s must be in our hands no later than 6/13/15 and the forms will be at the bottom of this page).
$40 for children ($50 at the door)
Format: Gi and No Gi SUBMISSION ONLY. Also includes Men, Women, kids, Teens, and masters divisions
Location: John Adams Middle School – Charleston, WV
A Grappling Tournament for Everyone
As always, we want all of our competitors to have as much fun as possible, so we offer a well organized tournament that is fair and offers a ton of matches at a low price. Because there is no additional cost and it is double elimination, each competitor has the chance to compete a minimum of 6 times if they did all divisions in the gi and no gi tournaments (regular divisions and absolute divisions).
There will be children’s, teens, women’s, men’s (18-30), and masters divisions (31 and above). The weight classes for both gi and no gi will be as follows:
Weight Classes for Men Gi & No Gi
Adult Men (Masters class uses the same weight categories):
149.9 & Below
150 lbs. to 164.9 lbs.
165 lbs. to 179.9 lbs.
180 lbs. to 194.9 lbs.
195 lbs. to 209.9 lbs.
210 lbs. to 224.9 lbs.
225 lbs. & Above
Weight Classes for Women Gi & No Gi
Adult Women:
135 & Under (Lightweight)
136 & Over (Middleweight)
Weight classes for teens will be divided at the tournament but the age brackets will be divided as follows:
Kids 5-7, 8-10, 11-12, Teens 13-15, 16-17
Experience Levels For Gi & No Gi
Adult Gi Competitors – White, Blue, & Purple & Above
Adult No Gi Competitors:
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Beginner: (Less than a year experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for beginners only)
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Intermediate: (1-3 years exp.)
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Advanced: (3 years +)
*** Those who compete in the Blue Belt Gi Division must compete in the Intermediate or Advanced No-Gi Divisions
*** Those who compete in the Purple Belt & Above Gi Division must compete in the Advanced No-Gi Division
Masters Division (Ages 31 yrs & above)
Masters Divisions follow all the same experience levels as the other adult categories
Teens 13-17
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Beginner Gi & No Gi: (Less than a 6 months experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
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Intermediate: (6 months – one year)
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Advanced: (one year and above)
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Kids 5-12
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Beginner Gi & No Gi: (Less than a 6 months experience. No wrestling experience at any level of competition in the beginner division. The beginner class is for true beginners only)
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Intermediate: (6 months – one year)
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Advanced: (one year and above)
*** Weight classes and experience levels may need to be combined according to attendance
Weigh-Ins
Saturday 8am-11am
Please let me know if there are any questions,
Butch Hiles
www.wvgrapplingopen.com
304-549-9370
Pre-Registration (Must be done by 6/10/15)
$50.00 pre-registration for all adult competitors ($65 at the door)
$40.00 for children ($50 at the door) – $50 pre-registartion if they are doing adult division as well