SM City Sucat Host The Philippine Jiu-Jitsu National Championships

Martial arts lovers especially to the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, SM City Sucat prodly hosts the Philippine Jiu Jitsu Gi/No Gi National Championships last August 29 and 30, held at the 3F Event Center. It was a gathering of the best that brings the martial art closer to the public.

With over 200 jiu jitsu champs from all corners of the globe, including Vietnam, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, France, Australia and the US, are competing in the BJJ Gi and No Gi divisions, and Juniors and Children’s categories. The event is also attended by Kapuso hunk Rocco Nacino, who loves sports along as being a versatile actor.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport, and a self-defense system that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. It was developed to allow a smaller, weaker person to protect him or herself from a larger, stronger opponent by using proper technique and leverage.

Head Organizer Stephen Kamphuis

Kapuso Rocco Nacino

After rounds of intense combat and strategic moves, skillful champions emerged victories. Among the gold winners were Wilander Ordinado of Team Deftac Riberio , male adults white belt division, and Vanessa Lu of Team Fabricio, female adults white belt division.

It was a weekend to remember and be a part of the Philippine Jiu Jitsu Gi / No Gi National Championships at SM City Sucat. Know more about the art of jiu jitsu and keep tabs on the exciting combat by following SM City Sucat on Instagram and Twitter (@smcity_sucat), and on Facebook (SMCitySucat).

Here are the results of the two day event (click to enlarge):