We had so many students and instructors on the mat today. But most of all I would like to congratulate Amber and Daniel for their promotion to blue belt. They have worked hard and it shows in their rolling.






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James Speight
James Speight is an accomplished Martial Arts Instructor. Who founded Team GAMMA. He is a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Under Luiz Palhares. Many of his students have had very successful Mixed Martial Arts and Jiu-jitsu competitions all over the country.
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