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Scarborough Martial Arts Group Clean Up at Grand Slam

The Desapline Martial Arts Academy from Scarborough picked up 16 medals from a major event in the West Midlands.

The group, who train at Barrys Lane in Scarborough have had to regroup considerably after a two-year lay-off due to Covid regulations.

60 people travelled to the GB Grand Slam event at Telford International Centre, over the weekend, including fighters, coaches and supporters. 

Senior instructor Andy Desa couldn't believe how brilliantly they did:

Andy revealed they hadn't competed since the 2019 World Championships and admitted it had been a big challenge putting together a new team from when training could resaume earlier this year:

He says the academy has classes covering all ages from young children to over 50s:

Andy also offered more information on other groups that Desapline Martial Arts serves:

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