🥇 Gold at Malmö Open & other news
Results from Malmö Open
Last weekend we had nine competitors at Malmö Open, which spanned over two days, with over 900 registrations. We’re proud of everyone who participated and challenged themselves at this tournament!
A standout effort was Vincent, who went up a weight category and had two matches, both won by submission, earning him the gold medal.
A big congratulations to everyone on their results and performances!
Here is a full list of everyone from Arte Suave who got on the podium:
Men Gi / Purple / Master 1 (30+) / -88,3 kg (Medium heavy)
1 🥇
Vincent R Christoffersen
Men Gi / Brown / Master 1 (30+) / -82,3 kg (Middle)
2 🥈
Lasse Brock Bennedsen
Men No-Gi / White / Adult / -67,5 kg (Feather)
3 🥉
Gustav Pettersson
Men No-Gi / Blue / Adult / -73,5 kg (Light)
3 🥉
Oscar Grøn
Men No-Gi / Blue / Adult / -79,5 kg (Middle)
3 🥉
Kasper Møller
Women Gi / Blue / Adult / -64 kg (Light)
2 🥈
Signe Abel Kalmar
Boys No-Gi / 14-15 years / Grey / -60 kg
3 🥉
Muntasir El Yattafti
Open Men Gi / Master 30+ / Brown / Open
2 🥈
Lasse Brock Bennedsen
Open Men No-Gi / Blue / Adult / +76,5 kg
1 🥇
Nicolai Schmidt
Open Men No-Gi / Blue / Adult / Open Weight
2 🥈
Kasper Møller
Another great BJJ Liga in the books!
Last weekend, we held another edition of our BJJ Liga tournament, and it was wonderful to see a big participation from our club, especially from our kids’ classes. It is great to see more and more of our kids and juniors trying their hand at competition, even if just to figure out if it is something they enjoy. We don’t expect specific results from our kids; rather, our goal is to foster a love for competition that will keep them coming back in the future.
Competing is one of the best ways to get bettter at jiu-jitsu and is also good for personal growth. Even when facing very tough opponents, it’s a valuable lesson to bet on yourself and give it your all. It builds perseverance and, frankly, courage. While some parents worry about their kids competing against someone bigger or more experienced, reminding them that the experience is about enjoyment, not results, can create a better atmosphere and increase the chances of success – both in terms of performance and enjoyment.
Our instructors emphasize these lessons, but ultimately, it’s up to parents to help their kids feel proud of their effort, win or lose. In fact, losing can often teach us more than winning. So, don’t hesitate to encourage your kids to take on big challenges – it will not only strengthen their resilience, but they will also remember how you supported them along the way.
At the end of the day, the results matter less than the journey. Children may forget the outcome of a match, but they’ll always remember the support and attitudes of the adults around them.
A great squat workshop completed!
This was also the weekend where our physical coach, Martin Prassé, taught a really great workshop on squatting technique.
Besides showing specific techniques and squat variations, Martin also shared some philosophy of choosing between squat exercises in accordance to personal goals.
Another big takeaway was learning to safely fail on the barbell squat. Learning how to bail on the barbell, when unable to properly perform the squat is invaluable, if you want to push yourself on this exercise.
A big thank you to Martin for a fantastic workshop, we look forward to the next one!
Arte Suave European Open Jiu-jitsu meeting
This Saturday, the 16th of November we’re holding a meeting for everyone interested in competing at the European Open in Jiu-Jitsu in Portugal this coming January. This is a great chance to start planning both the training camp and the trip, and the sooner we organize, the smoother everything will be.
Even if you’re just considering going, please join us – there are no obligations. The meeting is open to all adult and master competitors, from white to black belt.
Register for the meeting through your Arte Suave profile, under the “events” tab.
Arte Suave Christmas party menu reveal
Mark your calendar for this years Arte Suave Christmas party (julefrokost), which will be held the 6th of December, from 18:30 to 23:00, so you have time to train and shower beforehand.
The festivities will be held in the cafeteria in Grøndals Multicenter, and they have planned a great menu for us:
Menu options:
Traditional Christmas Menu:
• Marinated curry herring with red onions and dill
• Crispy fish fillet with homemade remoulade and pickled cucumbers
• Warm roast pork with pickled red cabbage
• Chicken salad with bacon and mushrooms
• Danish Brie with caramelized nuts
• Risalamande (rice pudding) in a glass
• Served with freshly baked sourdough bread, rye bread, butter, and lard
(Gluten-free bread is also available)
Vegetarian Christmas Menu:
• Eggs with dill mayo
• Mushroom salad with asparagus
• Vegan pâté with beets
• Crispy vegetable patty with tomato tapenade
• Salad
• Brie with nuts
• Risalamande (rice pudding)
Vegan Christmas Menu:
• Mushroom salad with asparagus
• Vegan pâté with beets
• Crispy vegetable patty with tomato tapenade
• Salad
• Vegan cinnamon cake
The price per person is 229 kr., and admission can be bought at our reception. Please inform us which menu option you prefer, upon purchase.
The last day to sign up is Thursday, November 28. (After November 28, cancellations and refunds will unfortunately not be possible.)
Everyone is also asked to bring one or more small gifts for the gift game (pakkeleg), with a combined value of no more than 50 kr.
We will also organize some fun games and entertainment – just bring your good spirits.
Copenhagen Open registration is open! Save with Early Bird Pricing
Arte Suave will host the final Danish jiu-jitsu tournament of the year, Copenhagen Open, on December 7th. Take advantage of early bird registration before the end of November 16th to save on fees and maximize your chance of getting matched with an opponent!
As of writing already over 100 competitors have registered, including many international athletes. For anyone seeking a fun and challenging experience, this is the tournament to join.
We encourage all our members to participate, even if it’s your first competition. If you have any questions or need guidance, our instructors and staff at the reception are here to help!
Upcoming Events
Here is a list of upcoming events in Arte Suave and Gi and No-Gi competitions in Denmark. Let’s aim to have a strong representation at these competitions:
November
Arte Suave European Open Jiu-Jitsu Meeting
📅 Date: 16th of November 2024
📍 Location: Arte Suave
🥋 Participants: Adults
🏆 Format: Meeting
📝 Registration: Register through Arte Suave profile under “events”
Rumble Challenge #2
📅 Date: 24th of November 2024
📍 Location: Raffinaderivej 10E, Amagerbro
🥋 Participants: Adults
🏆 Format: Elimination
📝 Registration Link: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/20433
SIAM Submission Challenge Vol.7
📅 Date: 30th of November 2024
📍 Location: Kampsportens Hus
🥋 Participants: Kids and adults
🏆 Format: Round Robin
📝 Registration Link: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/19062
December
Arte Suave Christmas Party (julefrokost)
📅 Date: 6th of December 2024
📍 Location: Grøndals Multicenter
🥋 Participants: Adults
🏆 Format: Social event
📝 Registration: At the reception
Copenhagen Open 2024
📅 Date: 7th of December 2024
📍 Location: Arte Suave
🥋 Participants: Kids and adults
🏆 Format: Elimination
📝 Registration Link: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/12794
2025
February
Glima – Team Tournament Vol 2.0
📅 Date: 22nd of February 2025
📍 Location: Århus, Denmark
🥋 Participants: Adults
🏆 Format: Round robin, team tournament
📝 Registration Link: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/19841
Let’s come together as a team and show our skills and dedication at these events. Train hard, support each other, and let’s make our presence felt on the mats! If you’re interested in participating, please reach out to our team so we can help you with registration and preparation.
