A local Jui-Jitsu team has taken home 31 medals after travelling to the UK to take part in a competition.
Gracie Barra Isle of Man scooped 9 Gold, 16 silver and 6 Bronze medals after competing in Compnet U.K National Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament.
65 parents, competitors and coaches all travelled to Leigh in the U.K. last weekend - where the Isle of Man also took home the 3rd Place Trophy.
Head Coach Conrad Roberts added “Our Squads continue to grow and achieve great things at these Tournaments who are supported by wonderful parents, families and our own dedicated and hard working Coaching team. I am immensely proud of this team not only with the fantastic results but also with how they conducted themselves and their devotion to the sport and training”
Gracie Barra Isle of Man offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for ages 3 upwards and is based in Hills Meadow, Douglas.
AK47 and Uzi guns amongst weapons handed in to the police
"No dispute" over Liverpool Ferry Terminal, says main contractor
More weekend bus strikes to come after 10-day walkout?
Minister to face question about bus strike
No rush to resurface Tromode Road
Film extras needed for new Island-shot movie!
Government video shows plans for four-foot harbour wall
Commissioners say “pick up your pooch’s poop!”
