Gamefight Wakefield: 2024 Year in Review

2024 has been a transformative year for Gamefight Wakefield, marked by significant growth, facility upgrades, and outstanding competition achievements.

Gym Expansion

Scheduled for January 2025, we will be expanding to a larger, upgraded space, on the floor above our current gym, providing an enhanced environment for both new and experienced martial artists. With the addition of new mat space and changing rooms, the gym is better equipped to accommodate our growing membership and create a comfortable, top-tier training atmosphere.

Expanded Classes & Membership Growth

We’ve also expanded our class timetable, offering more options for members of all ages and abilities. The introduction of kids' classes has been especially well-received, contributing to a steady increase in our overall membership. We are proud to see more young athletes joining the Gamefight community. More information on the new timetable can be found here

Partnership with Guts Over Fear Mixed Martial Arts

We are also excited to highlight our partnership with Guts Over Fear Mixed Martial Arts Gym, located on the floor below. This collaboration enriches the martial arts offerings at Gamefight Wakefield. Guts Over Fear , led by the highly successful Muay Thai coach Daz Smith, complements our training environment. The gym is also proud to feature Abed Mghrbel, a world-class boxing coach who trains former world champion Josh Warrington. This partnership brings a wealth of expertise and creates a well-rounded atmosphere for combat sports enthusiasts.

Competition Success

2024 has been a year of impressive accomplishments on the competition front. Gamefight Wakefield athletes achieved remarkable results, earning:

  • Gold: 24
  • Silver: 22
  • Bronze: 15

Our members competed at prestigious events, showcasing their talent and dedication. Notable performances took place at top-tier competitions including:

  • NOGI British Open
  • AllStars Northern Pro
  • Empire Grappling Lancashire Open
  • BJJ Junior World Championships
  • London Fall IBJJF International Open
  • South Yorkshire Open
  • Grappling Industries Manchester
  • Empire Grappling Events
  • BJJ British Open 2024

These events demonstrate the ongoing excellence of Gamefight Wakefield competitors in both Gi and No-Gi categories.

 

Gamefight Wakefield Joins the REORG BJJ Scheme

In 2024, Gamefight Wakefield proudly joined the REORG BJJ Scheme.

Please follow the link to read about the amazing work that REORG do.

Looking Ahead

As we move into 2025, we are focused on continuing to build a stronger community, introducing more advanced training sessions, and fostering further competition success. We look forward to hosting more inter-club events, deepening our community engagement, and developing the next generation of martial artists.

Gamefight Wakefield remains a beacon of growth, achievement, and camaraderie. We are grateful to our members, instructors, and the local community for their unwavering support. Here's to another successful year in 2025!