Huron BJJ team excels at London Open

Liam McWilliams with gold.

Goderich based Huron Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) competed at the London Open for the sixth consecutive year.

The tournament drew over 1,000 competitors, and Huron BJJ brought 44 sign-ups across Gi and No-Gi division, representing over 25 individual competitors, the largest team they have sent to any tournament this year.

The Huron BJJ team, part of the Jiu-Jitsu for Life Team earned first overall team, second overall for kids and first overall for adults.

Huron BJJ participates in more than 10 tournaments a year, which gives students of all ages and experience levels the opportunity to compete and develop their BJJ skills.

In addition to the recent competition at the London Open, Huron BJJ will soon host the Ultimate Fight Experience at the Knights of Columbus in Goderich on October 18.

This is the third event of the year, the first sold out over 400 tickets and featured more than 20 fights.

The event includes a live DJ, and full lighting effects.

Check out Huron BJJ’s social media for more information about the upcoming event, which is open to all ages and showcases local talent.

Sarah Garrity of Huron BJJ