Synergy News & Events

IGF - 2012 Schedule!

2012-01-26T13:29:00.005+08:00

March 11 - Padang Submission Workshop

May 5 - Jogjakarta Submission Challenge

September 1 - Surabaya Submission Challenge

October 6 - Jakarta Submission Challenge

December 1 - Indonesian Submission Championship (Bali)

THE MISSION IS SUBMISSION!

Article 34 - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Men's Health Magazine)

2012-01-18T11:45:00.003+08:00

Men's Health Magazine - Issue January 2012

Bintang Renjana - Promoted to Yellow Belt!

2012-01-17T10:00:00.002+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Bintang Renjana was promoted to yellow belt on November 14, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Article 33 - Synergy Academies spreading BJJ in Indonesia (Jits Magazine)

2012-01-14T07:09:00.002+08:00

Article 32 - Cutting out the chemicals: Green Protein (Jits Magazine)

2012-01-05T14:35:00.005+08:00

Are protein shakes needed to build a great fighter? It seems to be what everyone is saying. Protein builds muscle so more protein equals more muscle right? And what better way to get protein then by indulging on pre and post workout protein shakes right? This artificially created source of protein has taken over the fitness community by storm, leaving many athletes believing that it’s the only way to get all of that necessary protein we need for our high intensity jiu-jitsu classes and fitness workouts. But what about before protein powder existed? What about all the way back to our hunter/gatherer past where we had to work a lot harder everyday just to get food than in the toughest bjj class? Were they protein deficient and weak? The truth of the matter is that they were pound-for-pound much stronger than us.

Our bodies are part of nature whether we’d like to believe it or not. And as such, are designed to be built from naturally occurring substances, not super iso-flex protein powder supplements – which is basically a very fancy way of saying “the excess waste scraped off of the flours of dairy factories in a highly processed form”. It is actually very damaging to your body. Sure it may (or may not) help you get big muscles, but over time your organs (especially your liver and kidneys) will be intoxicated from it. They are simply not designed to process a synthetically processed low grade of protein such as that found in protein powder. The taxation of these organs could result in hair loss and decay at a premature age as well as many other problems leaving you weak and injured.

So where should we get that protein to build incredibly strong muscles and give us that competitive edge to toss around your opponents and yet still stay in a decent weight class? Well let’s take a look at our closest genetic relative, the ape. Apes are very similar to us in body structure and build, yet they are pound-for-pound ten times stronger than us. So why are they so much stronger than us and what are they feeding their muscles? The answer is leafy greens. Leafy green vegetables are the natural staple diet of all primates, including humans. That’s right; plants are our natural source of protein, not meat and most definitely not protein powder.

Each time we go lower on the food chain and move away from processing we get a much higher grade of protein. All protein starts as amino acids produced by plants where it is in its purest form. It is then eaten by a cow whose body builds the amino acids into proteins designed for the cow. Now let’s say you eat this cow – your body now has to try and break down these proteins and find any amino acids still intact to try and build protein cells for you. This lengthy process takes a lot of energy when it would save your body a lot of time to just get the pure amino acids from the plants. It’s easier to build a structure out of new bricks instead of demolishing a few old buildings and trying to build from the pieces you salvage. Plus, it will build a much stronger building.

There is in fact a lot of protein in leafy greens, the only problem is it is mostly hidden in the cell wall which through time our soft processed food has made us unable to break. So what is the answer? The protein shake! Except instead of protein powder put some lettuce, kale or spinach. Make sure it’s well blended with water before you put in anything else. Then add some fruit and give your taste buds a real treat. If you’re still worried you won’t get enough protein from it, add some algae such as spirulina or chlorella which are the highest sources of protein on the planet and 100% pure and natural. A cooked piece of meat is only 15% protein where as spirulina, for example, is 70% protein.

If you want to have incredibly powerful muscles, strong healthy organs and even be the next UFC champ, forget the protein powder and have a green smoothie! After all, it’s not the quantity of protein but the quality that makes the difference.

Jamie Lippiatt

Bismarck Suka - Wins Gold Medal!

2011-12-20T11:30:00.006+08:00

Bismarck Suka wins gold medal at the Lindu Aji Kickboxing Championship VIII in Semarang, 17 December 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Michael Aponno - Wins Gold Medal!

2011-12-20T10:33:00.002+08:00

Michael Aponno win the gold medal at the Inter Gracie BJJ Competition in Sydney, 18 December 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Troy Sinclair - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2011-12-09T23:08:00.003+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Troy Sinclair was promoted to blue belt on December 9, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

NEW SYNERGY MMA FIGHT GEAR!

2011-11-30T12:18:00.005+08:00

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Technique 31 - Marius Zaromskis' Somersault Kick!

2011-11-27T19:33:00.001+08:00

Marius Zaromskis' Somersault Kick!

Article 31 - Nicolai Holt featured in Jiu-Jitsu Style Magazine

2011-11-22T11:57:00.006+08:00

Nicolai Holt featured in Jiu-Jitsu Style Magazine. UK, November/December 2011.

Quico Cunha - Promoted to Brown Belt!

2011-11-22T09:41:00.002+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Quico Cunha was promoted to brown belt on November 21, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Eko Andrianto Wibowo - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2011-11-21T12:31:00.001+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Eko Andrianto Wibowo was promoted to blue belt on November 18, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Indonesian Submission Championship 2011 - Results!

2011-11-20T15:15:00.004+08:00

November 19, 2011

54Kg

1. Slamet Riyadi (Synergy)
2. Vincents Evans (Universal Grappling)
3. Andrew (Synergy)

65Kg

1. Andrew Leone (Nova Uniao)
2. Yohan Mulia (Synergy)
3. Stefer Rahardian (Synergy)

76Kg

1. Fransino Tirta (Synergy)
2. Park Lil Gyu (Poma)
3. Leo Krishna (Synergy)

87Kg

1. Tsitos Dimitrios (Gracie Barra)
2. Yosa Bismahadi (Synergy)
3. Danny Fry (Synergy)

88+Kg

1. Vincent Majid (Synergy)
2. Emile Jurgens (Synergy)
3. Ranoe (Tiger Shark)

Women's Absolute

1. Desi Rahayu (Synergy)
2. Faustine Gunawan (Synergy)
3. Nurhikmah (Tiger Shark)

Absolute

1. Tsitos Dimitrios (Gracie Barra)
2. Park Lil Gyu (Poma)
3. Marcio Fernando

Top Submissions

1. Tsitos Dimitrios (Gracie Barra)
2. Park Lil Gyu (Poma)
3. Leo Krishna (Synergy)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Jason Chu - Promoted to Green Belt!

2011-11-20T15:06:00.005+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Jason Chu was promoted to green belt on November 17, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Fransino Tirta - Promoted to Brown Belt!

2011-11-18T08:57:00.003+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Fransino Tirta was promoted to brown belt on November 17, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Synergy Seminar 2011!

2011-11-18T08:55:00.002+08:00

Synergy Seminar! Synergy Academy, Syena - Jakarta, 17 November 2011.

Yosa Bismahadi, Santoso Lim, Eka Limianto, Ridwan Santoso, Casey Suire, Wardi Suwardi & Andreas Tan - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2011-11-17T09:15:00.004+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Yosa Bismahadi, Santoso Lim, Eka Limianto, Ridwan Santoso, Casey Suire, Wardi Suwardi & Andreas Tan were promoted to blue belt on November 16, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Djee Djee Banse & Adam - Promoted to Yellow Belt!

2011-11-09T07:50:00.003+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Djee Djee Banse & Adam were promoted to yellow belt on November 7, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Article 31 - Bored of the Clock? Go with The Reverse Triangle! (GracieMag)

2011-11-06T08:39:00.003+08:00

November 4, 2011

http://www.graciemag.com/en/2011/11/bored-of-the-clock-go-with-the-reverse-triangle/

Article 30 - Finish Him! ... With The Spine Blaster! (DSTRYRSG)

2011-11-06T08:35:00.004+08:00

November 4, 2011

http://www.dstryrsg.com/2011/11/finish-him-with-spine-blaster-that-is.html

New Cage in the House!

2011-11-03T09:51:00.004+08:00

New Cage in the House!

Synergy Academy, Bali - Kuta, 31 October 2011

Bento Tjong, Enzo Tjong & Keisuke Mafune - Promoted to Green Belt!

2011-11-03T09:00:00.002+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Bento Tjong, Enzo Tjong & Keisuke Mafune were promoted to green belt on November 2, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Iwan Liman & Jonathan Greek - Win Bronze & Gold Medal!

2011-10-28T10:39:00.007+08:00

Iwan Liman and Jonathan Greek win the bronze and gold medal at the Thailand BJJ Open in Bangkok, 22-23 October 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Norman Sasono - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2011-10-15T17:05:00.003+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Norman Sasono was promoted to blue belt on October 15, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Surabaya Submission Challenge 2011 - Results!

2011-09-24T21:10:00.005+08:00

September 24, 2011

54Kg

1. Slamet Riyadi (Synergy Jakarta)
2. Roso Nugroho (Synergy Solo)
3. Brionara Rosadi (Synergy Solo)

65Kg

1. Yohan Legowo (Synergy Solo)
2. Michael Aponno (Synergy Solo)
3. Taji Natanegara (Synergy Jakarta)

76Kg

1. Budi Hermanto (Synergy Jakarta)
2. Hoky Jayanata (Synergy Surabaya)
3. Eko Wibowo (Synergy Solo)

87Kg

1. Roy Kurniawan (Synergy Surabaya)
2. Alexander Sumardi (Synergy Surabaya)
3. Arief Rambo (Synergy Solo)

88+Kg

1. Mickel Roberto (Synergy Jakarta)
2. Matt Blaylock (Edge)
3. Soma Baskoro (Synergy Jakarta)

Women's Absolute

1. Kezia Wendy (Synergy Solo)
2. Erna Wati (Synergy Solo)
3. Mariska Setiawan (Synergy Surabaya)

Absolute

1. Mickel Roberto (Synergy Jakarta)
2. Roy Kurniawan (Synergy Surabaya)
3. Budi Hermanto (Synergy Jakarta)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Article 29 - Fransino Tirta featured in Bali Down Under Magazine

2011-08-22T15:01:00.001+08:00

Berislav Loncarevic - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2011-08-17T16:37:00.004+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Berislav Loncarevic was promoted to blue belt on August 17, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Article 28 - Fransino Tirta: The Great Indonesian Hope

2011-08-10T09:45:00.004+08:00

GRACIEMAG

Technique 30 - Coleman's Summersault Takedown

2011-07-28T22:42:00.004+08:00

Ellis Coleman's Mind bottling takedown at the Greco Jr. World Championship

Jogja Submission Challenge 2011 - Results!

2011-07-23T18:40:00.007+08:00

July 23, 2011

54Kg

1. Ilyas Rahmatullah (Viper)
2. Nur Cahyo (Viper)
3. Brianata Rosadhi (Synergy Solo)

65Kg

1. Teddy Sumanti (Synergy Jakarta)
2. Ronny Christian (Viper)
3. Mutaji (Ponorogo Club)

76Kg

1. Stefer Rahardian (Synergy Syena)
2. Casey Suire (Synergy Syena)
3. Eko Wibowo (Synergy Solo)

87Kg

1. Yohan Legowo (Synergy Solo)
2. Supeno Wijaya (Ponorogo Club)
3. Aditya Rendy (Synergy Solo)

88+Kg

1. Matt Blaylock (The Edge)
2. Fredy Irawan (Synergy Solo)
3. Samuel Christanto (Viper)

Absolute

1. Stefer Rahardian (Synergy Syena)
2. Yohan Legowo (Synergy Solo)
3. Pintoko (Viper)

Women's Absolute

1. Kezia Wendy (Synergy Solo)
2. Erna Wati (Synergy Solo)
3. Elizabeth Tan (Synergy Solo)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Article 27 - Fransino Tirta's "Legendary Fight" Article

2011-07-22T13:26:00.012+08:00

July 22, 2011

After not having competed in MMA for over 2 years, the world of MMA in Asia has evolved a lot. My teammate Yohan Mulia Legowo already has competed at Legend FC, the best MMA organization in Asia. Looking at my teammate’s results, I was motivated to compete in the same organization.

For this fight I prepared myself in Jakarta and Bali. In Jakarta, I did my strength and conditioning training at North Gym, my boxing with ex-national boxing coach Vicky Von Room, and my BJJ and MMA with my students.

In Bali, I trained at the Synergy Academy with my BJJ and MMA coach, Niko Han. We trained conditioning, sparring, drilling techniques and working on strategy. To perfect my preparation, Niko brought me to a very spiritual place. Genah Melukat is a place where people mediate under a waterfall up in the mountains of Bali in Ubud. My mind felt very clear after mediating there, it cleansed all my doubts, fears and anxieties.

A month has passed since the start of my preparation in Bali, now Niko and I are on our way to Macau. Arriving in Macau I was mesmerized on the beauty of the city, the glittering casino buildings were startling. We stayed at the Grand Hyatt, a five star hotel. Legend FC really knows how to treat their fighters well.

When I saw my opponent, I had no emotions. I knew he is a very skilled fighter, the best Chinese fighter in the weight division, but that did not scare me. During this fight I was felt very relaxed. I did not feel any anxiety or fear because I knew this is what I wanted and this is where I wanted to be, I was really looking forward doing this again. I’ve prepared as best I can, technically, strategically, physically and spiritually.

When I entered the ring I felt very calm and confident. In the first round I was able to execute a takedown and secure a power-guillotine choke, unfortunately he was saved by the bell. I let go of the submission and noticed that he was already half passed out. I was certain he would not be able to recover in round 2.

Entering round 2 he was completely recovered. Once again I was able to take him down and attack with knees to the head. I delivered dozens of knees to his head, but again the bell saved him. At the end of the second round I saw that he was damaged from all the knees, this time I was convinced that he would not be able to recuperate in round 3. Turns out entering round 3 he was fully recovered.

I’m aware that this time my opponent is a very tough fighter, he does not give up and the choke and multiple knees I delivered to his head did not affect him. I myself am also a tough fighter, although I was exhausted, I would never give up. I don’t fight for myself, I fight to represent our school, Synergy, for all my students that support me, for my child and wife that never stopped praying for me, and for the sake of my country Indonesia that I love. In Round 3, I tried to beat him but was too tired to implement any of my effective attacks. The bell rang and I was declared the winner by unanimous decision.

I’m very happy that I was able to win this fight, all the training and sacrifice paid off. The biggest sacrifice was that I had to leave my child and wife for a whole month. The biggest gift from winning this fight was returning to my child and wife’s arms with my head up.

My opponent is from China Top Team, a team that has the best fighters from all over China. All the China Top Team fighters won their fights that night, except my opponent. China Top Team was very disappointed with my opponent’s performance, but a martial arts expert said, “Don’t undervalue Wu Cheng Jie, although he lost, he only lost by decision against the best fighter in that event, you should not be disappointed”, and China Top Team’s coach replied, “So what? Our team is the best team in the world.”

Hearing that I was very envious with the mentality they have. They have the mentality that they are the best team in the world; I don’t have that kind of mentality, I didn’t feel like that my team is the best in the world. Hearing that I promised myself that I would make our team the best team in the world. In order to accomplish this, I have to win the title on October 29, 2011. I have to prove to the world that our team is the best team in the world, the winning team. One day I can say proudly that Synergy Top Team is the best team in the world.

Article 26 - Fransino Tirta featured in DetikSport.com

2011-07-21T17:30:00.002+08:00

July 20, 2011

Fransino Tirta Wins at Legend FC 5!

2011-07-18T11:12:00.007+08:00

Fransino Tirta defeated Wu Cheng Jie by unanimous decision!

BIG CONGRATULATONS!

Article 25 - Fransino Tirta featured in Jakarta Globe

2011-07-13T18:38:00.001+08:00

http://www.thejakartaglobe.com/sports/mma-fighters-look-to-boost-indonesias-profile-in-macau-tournament/452511

Alexander Sumardi - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2011-07-10T20:14:00.001+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Alexander Sumardi was promoted to blue belt on July 9, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATION!

Bento Tjong, Enzo Tjong & Keisuke Mafune - Promoted to Yellow Belt!

2011-06-20T22:33:00.007+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Bento Tjong, Enzo Tjong & Keisuke Mafune were promoted to yellow belt on June 20, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Eko Wibowo - Wins Bonze Medal!

2011-06-19T19:21:00.003+08:00

Eko Wibowo wins the bronze medal at the Pan Asian BJJ No-Gi International in Manila on 19 June 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Bandung Gi Championship 2011 - Results!

2011-06-19T11:56:00.006+08:00

June 18, 2011

Absolute Women

1. Ardelia Juli (Judo Institute Bandung)
2. Jeannette Tan (Synergy Solo)
3. Rere Fransiska (Synergy Kelapa Gading)

64 Kg

1. Fendy Martin (Judo Institute Bandung)
2. Arief (Synergy Cibubur)
3. Sebastian Hadinata (Synergy Bandung)

74 Kg

1. Wilky Iskandar (Synergy Warrior)
2. Marcel (Synergy Bandung)
3. Aryo Aditomo (Synergy Bandung)

75+ Kg

1. Stefer Rahardian (Synergy Syena)
2. Yosa Bismahadi (Synergy Bandung)
3. Domingus Ginting (Synergy Syena)

Absolute

1. Mickel Roberto (Synergy Kelapa Gading)
2. Stefer Rahardian ((Synergy Syena)
3. Yosa Bismahadi (Synergy Bandung)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Michael Aponno - Wins Silver Medal!

2011-06-19T11:32:00.003+08:00

Michael Christy Aponno wins the silver medal at the Pan Asian BJJ Gi International in Manila on 18 June 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Faustine Gunawan - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2011-06-15T09:01:00.003+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Faustine Gunawan was promoted to blue belt on June 14, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Syena MMA Championship 3: Finals - Results!

2011-06-12T12:48:00.003+08:00

June 11, 2011

Exhibition Match

Ary Siharga def. Rendy Jo by KO

Angga Hans def. Andicka Mamesah by KO

Lightweight

Casey Suire def. Jerome Spaye by TKO

Welterweight

Leo Krishna def. Bramono Lunardi by Heel Hook

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Technique 29 - Werdum's Shortcut to Anaconda Choke

2011-06-07T10:15:00.003+08:00

http://www.sherdog.com/mma-techniques/Technique-of-the-Week-Arm-Triangle-Shortcut-32872

Fransino Tirta fighting at Legend Fighting Championship 5

2011-06-03T13:43:00.006+08:00

Technique 28 - How Werdum Submitted Fedor

2011-05-31T19:53:00.003+08:00

http://www.sherdog.com/mma-techniques/Technique-of-the-Week-How-Werdum-Submitted-Fedor-32670

Michael Malischewski - Blue Belt Absolute Champion!

2011-05-29T13:06:00.005+08:00

Michael Malischewski is the Blue Belt Absolute Champion at the 1st German No-Gi Championship!

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Syena MMA Championship 2: Semi-Final Round - Results!

2011-05-29T12:44:00.007+08:00

May 28, 2011

Featherweight

Andre def. Insan by Guillotine Choke

Arif def. Idris by RNC

Lightweight

Casey Suire def. Stanley Aprilius by RNC

Jerome Spaye def. Friedi Dwiputra by KO

Welterweight

Leo Krishna def. Arwan Kincai by Armbar

Bramono Lunardi def. Tom Burland by RNC

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Solo Submission Challenge 2011 - Results!

2011-05-22T10:29:00.012+08:00

May 21, 2011

Women

1. Kezia Wendy (Synergy Solo)
2. Jeannette Tan (Synergy Solo)
3. Itsna Luphle (Dragon Girl)

54Kg

1. Nurchayo (Viper)
2. Senna Kurnia (Synergy Solo)
3. Ilyas Arrizqi (Viper)

65Kg

1. Yohan Legowo (Synergy Solo)
2. Jeremy Gunawan (Yushika Magelang)
3. Lie Thien Wiek (Synergy Solo)

76Kg

1. Roy Kurniawan (Synergy Surabaya)
2. Eko Wibowo (Synergy Solo)
3. Romy Andriawata (Synergy Solo)

87Kg

1. Hoky Jayanata (Synergy Surabaya)
2. Angga (Synergy Solo)
3. Arief (Synergy Solo)

88+Kg

1. Yoki (Synergy Solo)
2. Mickel Roberto (Synergy Kelapa Gading)
3. Arifin Sutanto (Synergy Solo)

Absolute

1. Daniel Wykretowicz (Viper)
2. Mickel Roberto (Synergy Kelapa Gading)
3. Hoky Jayanata (Synergy Surabaya)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

INDONESIAN GRAPPLING FEDERATION

Syena MMA Championship 1 - Results!

2011-05-08T15:08:00.005+08:00

May 7, 2011

Lightweight

Casey Suire def. Indra Kresnadi by RNC

Febrindo Loverozny def. Jerome Spaye by KO

Friedi Dwiputra def. Wahyu Riko by KO

Welterweight

Leo Krishna def. Devris De Brigel by Armbar

Bramono Lunardi def. David Romli by RNC

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Article 24 - Buvaisar Saitiev: Multiple World & Olympic Gold Medalist!

2011-04-17T20:22:00.002+08:00

IGF Medan Submission Workshop 2011

2011-04-17T20:13:00.003+08:00

16 April 2011, Medan.

THE MISSION IS SUBMISSION!

Indonesian Grappling Federation

Article 23 - The Man Behing Synergy

2011-04-16T11:22:00.002+08:00

The Man Behind Synergy. Bali Down Under Magazine (BaliDownUnder.com) - Kuta, April 2011.

Martijn "The Specialist" de Jong Teaches Class at Synergy!

2011-04-13T20:42:00.002+08:00

We had the great honor to have Martijn "The Specialist" de Jong visits our gym and teach class. Synergy Academy, Bali - Kuta, 13 April 2011.

Technique 27 - Rafael Mendes: Why He Wins!

2011-04-11T23:22:00.010+08:00

Rafael Mendes - Why He Wins!

Bandung Submission Challenge 2011 - Results!

2011-03-26T20:13:00.003+08:00

March 26, 2011

Women

1. Faustine Gunawan (Synergy)
2. Rere Fransiska (Synergy)
3. Dina Dwiputri (Synergy)

54Kg

1. Slamet Riyadi (Synergy)
2. Ryan (Barra Thai Jitsu)
3. Bagus (Systema Indonesia)

65Kg

1. Daniel Wykretowicz (Viper)
2. Taji Natanegara (Synergy)
3. Wilky Iskandar (Synergy)

76Kg

1. Eko Wibowo (Synergy)
2. Riko Alam (Synergy)
3. Casey Suire (Synergy)

87Kg

1. Leo Krisna (Synergy)
2. Yosa Bismahadi (Synergy)
3. Danar Praditya (Synergy)

88+Kg

1. Mickel Roberto (Synergy)
2. Andhika Mamesah (Universal Grappling)
3. Arief Naufan (Synergy)

Absolute

1. Daniel Wykretowicz (Viper)
2. Mickel Roberto (Synergy)
3. Pinotok (Viper)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

INDONESIAN GRAPPLING FEDERATION

Technique 26 - Leg Loop Guard Attacks

2011-03-24T19:02:00.018+08:00

Leg Loop Guard Attacks

I remember Jean-Jacques Machado showing me this guard after he returned from competing at ADCC 2000. Since then, fighters like Dean Lister and George Sotiropoulos have successfully used it in MMA. It's an excellent guard to use in a fight because you really break down the top guy's posture and he cannot deliver any effective strikes.

Hoky Jayanata & Rayco Ferrera - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2011-02-22T14:51:00.004+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Hoky Jayanata & Rayco Ferrera were promoted to blue belt on February 22, 2011.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Technique 25 - Gracie Breakdown: Antonio Silva vs. Fedor Emelianenko

2011-02-16T22:15:00.003+08:00

http://www.mixedmartialarts.com/news/303157/Gracie-breakdown-Antonio-Silvas-throat-grab-technique/

Article 22 - Alistair Overeem's Online Documentary (K-1 World GP 2010)

2011-02-16T22:08:00.004+08:00

Alistair Overeem's Documentary (K-1 World GP 2010)

http://www.thereem.com/

IGF Schedule 2011!

2011-02-15T20:24:00.005+08:00

MAR26 - Bandung Submission Challenge
APR16 - Medan Workshop
MAY21 - Solo Submission Challenge
JUN18 - Samarinda Workshop
JUL23 - Jogja Submission Challenge
SEP17 - Palembang Workshop
SEP24 - Surabaya Submission Challenge
OCT15 - Batam Workshop
NOV19 - Indonesian Submission Championship

THE MISSION IS SUBMISSION!

Yohan Mulia at Legend FC4

2011-01-27T15:26:00.006+08:00

Yohan Mulia vs. Jo Nam Jin

Unfortunately it didn’t go our way this time, Yohan lost by RNC in the 2nd round. He fought his heart out and gave it his all, we are all very proud of him … Now it’s back to the drawing board, learn from this experience and prepare for the next battle!

Weigh-Ins

Article 21 - Rorion Gracie Interview

2011-01-26T22:44:00.009+08:00

The FightWorks Podcast's Interview with Rorion Gracie!

Part 1 - http://thefightworkspodcast.com/2010/12/12/rorion-gracie-helio-son/

Part 2 - http://thefightworkspodcast.com/2011/01/09/rorion-gracie-academy/

Article 20 - Understanding Conditioning for MMA

2011-01-23T15:52:00.005+08:00

Understanding Conditioning for MMA

http://training.sherdog.com/strength-and-conditioning/news/114096-understanding-conditioning-for-mma

Technique 24 - Japanese Neck Tie

2010-12-30T17:40:00.007+08:00

Japanese Neck Tie

Soa "The Hulk" Palelei Teaches Class at Synergy!

2010-11-24T10:49:00.006+08:00

We had the great honor to have Sao "The Hulk" Palelei visits our gym and teach class. Synergy Academy, Bali - Kuta, 22 November 2010.

Synergy Seminar 2010 - Jakarta!

2010-11-24T10:43:00.002+08:00

Synergy Academy, Cilandak - Jakarta, 18 November 2010.

Synergy Academy - Featured in Bali Down Under Magazine November 2010 Issue!

2010-11-24T10:36:00.004+08:00

Bali Down Under Magazine

Indonesian Submission Championship 2010 - Results!

2010-11-20T23:27:00.006+08:00

November 20, 2010

Women

1. Faustine Gunawan (Synergy)

2. Kezia Wendy (Synergy)

3. Ria Fransiska (Synergy)

54Kg

1. Slamet Riyadi (Synergy)
2. Doddy Lestyanto (Synergy)
3. Aprianto Susilo (Synergy)

65Kg

1. Joao Carneira (Evolve MMA)
2. Aring Frandoso (Evolve MMA)
3. Stefer Rahardian (Synergy)

76Kg

1. Brian Choi (Evolve MMA)
2. Shinya Kakita (Synergy)
3. Cody Young (Synergy)

87Kg

1. Dimitris Tsitos (Gracie Barra)
2. Yang Seung Ho (Evolve MMA)
3. Luc Rousseau (Fightworks Asia)

88+Kg

1. Vincent Majid (Synergy)
2. Amarpal Singh (Fight G)
3. Mickel Roberto (Synergy)

Absolute

1. Dimitris Tsitos (Gracie Barra)
2. Luc Rousseau (Fightworks Asia)
3. Yang Seung Ho (Evolve MMA)

Top Submissions

1. Shinya Kakita (Synergy)
2. Aring Frandoso (Evolve MMA)
3. Dimitris Tsitos (Gracie Barra)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Denny Mamangkey, Slamet Riyadi & Patrick Winata - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2010-11-18T02:47:00.003+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Denny Mamangkey, Slamet Riyadi & Patrick Winata were promoted to blue belt on November 17, 2010.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Diki Fajar Sidik - Promoted to Purple Belt!

2010-11-18T02:43:00.002+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Diki Fajar Sidik was promoted to purple belt on November 17, 2010.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Surabaya Submission Challenge 2010 - Results!

2010-10-02T21:17:00.004+08:00

54kg

Iwan Liman - BJJ Generation
Doddy Lestyanto - Synergy Bintaro
Arif Wahyudi - Synergy Surabaya

65kg

Daniel Wykretowicz - Alliance Poland
Michael Christy Aponno - Synergy Solo
Aprianto Susilo - Synergy Surabaya

76kg

Eko Andrianto - Synergy Solo
Casey Suire - Synergy Grande
Alexander Sumardi - Synergy Surabaya

87kg

Andhi Sanjaya - Synergy Surabaya
Robby Gunawan - Synergy Surabaya
Arifin Sutanto - Synergy Surabaya

88+kg

Galih Suroso - Tiger Shark
Mickel Roberto - Synergy Kelapa Gading
Gunadi Sugiharto - Synergy Surabaya

Women

Faustine Gunawan - Synergy Grande
Kezia Wendy - Synergy Solo
Jeanette Tan - Synergy Solo

Absolute

Alexander Sumardi - Synergy Surabaya
Mickel Roberto - Synergy Kelapa Gading
Daniel Wykretowicz - Alliance Poland

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Yohan Mulia wins by Triangle Choke at 1:41 minutes of Round 1!

2010-09-25T12:47:00.011+08:00

Yohan Mulia Legowo (Indonesia) vs. Hardeep Singh (Canada/India)

What looked on paper to be one of the most exciting fights of the evening did not disappoint, as the more technical Legowo took on Singh’s aggressive, brawling style. As expected, Singh came out swinging, but Legowo showed that he wasn’t afraid to go toe-to-toe with the Indian, trading hard punches during the first few minutes, with both men connecting with numerous solid shots. However, once the fight went to the ground, Legowo showcased his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills, sinking in a tight triangle choke while pressed up against the turnbuckle, and earning Submission Of The Night Honors for his efforts.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Yohan Mulia Legowo at Legend FC 3 on September 24th!

2010-09-20T09:46:00.004+08:00

Yohan Mulia Legowo will be fighting at Legend Fighting Championship 3 on September 24, at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center, Wan Chai.

Royler Gracie - Bali Seminar 2010!

2010-09-11T16:50:00.002+08:00

September 11, 2010

We had the great honor to have Royler Gracie teach another amazing seminar. Synergy Academy, Bali - Kuta.

Budi Hermanto - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2010-08-18T23:27:00.003+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Budi Hermanto was promoted to blue belt on August 18, 2010.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Michael Malischewski - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2010-08-12T00:20:00.006+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Michael Malischewski was promoted to blue belt on March 22, 2010.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

André Solle - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2010-08-10T02:55:00.003+08:00

We are very proud to announce that André Solle was promoted to blue belt on August 9, 2010.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Jogja Submission Challenge 2010 - Results!

2010-07-24T20:36:00.006+08:00

July 24, 2010

54kg

1. Illyas Arrizal (Viper)

2. El Saputral (Synergy – Solo)

3. Arif Wahyudi (Synergy – Surabaya)

65kg

1. Jeremy Meciaz (Synergy – Solo)

2. Edi Suswanto (Tigershark)

3. Michael Christy (Synergy – Solo)

76kg

1. Hoky Jayanata (Synergy – Surabaya)

2. Eko Andrianto (Synergy – Solo)

3. Alexander Sumardi (Synergy – Surabaya)

87kg

1. Zully Silawanto (Tigershark)

2. Andhi Sanjaya (Synergy – Surabaya)

3. Robbie Wei (Synergy – Surabaya)

88+kg

1. Galih Suroso (Tigershark)

2. Toga

3. Sonny Rambing (Universal Grappling)

Women

1. Faustine Gunawan (Synergy – Grande)

2. Kezia Wendy (Synergy – Solo)

3. Jeanette Tan (Synergy – Solo)

Absolute

1. Jeremy Meciaz (Synergy – Solo)

2. Linson Simanjuntak (Synergy – Bintaro)

3. Alexander Sumardi (Synergy – Surabaya)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Article 19 - To Gi or Not to Gi?

2010-07-21T17:25:00.005+08:00

To Gi or Not to Gi?

The debate whether to train with the gi or without (no-gi) has been around for a while, often leaving practitioners confused. I would like to clarify the function and benefit of grappling with the gi and without. Both have their pros and cons; both are functional tools to improve specific grappling skills.

The gi is a tool to sharpen your defensive skills. Since training with the gi you have more handles and friction, it becomes much more difficult to defend and escape positions and submissions. In order to successfully defend and escape, you have to develop correct technique and cannot just rely on brute force. Training with the gi is a great way to develop good defensive skills, something no-gi training can’t provide because it's much more slipperier, and therefore it’s a lot easier to defend and escape positions and submissions without the gi.

On the other hand, no-gi training sharpens your offensive skills. Since training without the gi you have less handles and friction, it becomes much more difficult to maintain position and get submissions. In order to successfully maintain position and get submissions, you have to develop correct technique and cannot just rely on all the handles and friction. Training without the gi is a great way to develop good offensive skills, something gi training can’t provide because there are much more handles and friction, and therefore it’s a lot easier to maintain position and get submissions with the gi.

Both gi and no-gi are excellent ways to develop correct defensive and offensive grappling skills, but in the end BJJ is about self-defense, being able to defend yourself in the worst-case scenario where there are no rules, such as in a street fight. BJJ is about being able to defend and neutralize all the strikes while using technique and leverage in order to effectively and efficiently defend yourself and ultimately defeat the aggressor.

It's not about gi or no-gi, it’s about no-rules “street” self-defense.

Niko Han - July 21, 2010

Royler Gracie - Bali Seminar 2010!

2010-07-21T17:20:00.003+08:00

Professor Royler Gracie (http://www.roylergracie.com/) will be conducting a seminar in Bali on September 11th!

Date: September 11
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Synergy Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Jl. Nakula, Kawan Building 2nd floor, Kuta - Bali

To RSVP please contact:

Email: nikohan@gmail.com

Tel: +62 856 180 8804

Synergy Academy - Featured in Barudibali Magazine July 2010 Issue!

2010-07-16T11:16:00.008+08:00

Barudibali July 2010 Issue

Synergy BJJ Seminar - Surabaya!

2010-05-31T13:07:00.003+08:00

Synergy Academy, Surabaya - May 29, 2010.

Synergy Spider BJJ Challenge - Results!

2010-05-16T08:34:00.004+08:00

May 15, 2010

Under 65kg

1. Steve Dewangga (Synergy WTC)
2. Slamet Riyadi (Synergy Pakubuwono)
3. Taji Natanagara (Synergy Bidakara/Pakubuwono)

76 kg

1. Hoky Jayanata (Synergy Surabaya)
2. Adityo (Synergy Spider)
3. Radith (Universal Grappling)

Over 77kg

1. Andika M. (Universal Grappling)
2. Budi Setiawan (Synergy BDG)
3. Domi

Absolute

1. Steve Dewangga (Synergy WTC)
2. Edi Suswanto (Tigershark)
3. Idris (Synergy BDG)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

David Michel Häggström - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2010-05-15T15:32:00.001+08:00

We are very proud to announce that David Michel Häggström was promoted to blue belt on May 11, 2010.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Michael Jen - Bali Seminar 2010!

2010-05-09T09:52:00.005+08:00

May 8, 2010

We had the great honor to have Michael Jen teach an amazing seminar at the Synergy Academy, Bali - Kuta.

David Häggström & Coby Jones - Win at Bali Brawl!

2010-05-09T09:45:00.005+08:00

Kuta, May 7, 2010.

David Häggström and Coby Jones both win at the Bali Brawl, via TKO from the mount and armbar from the mount respectively in the round 1.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

New SYNERGY "BANZAI" T-shirt!

2010-05-06T15:37:00.005+08:00

SYNERGY "BANZAI" T-Shirt - Front

SYNERGY "BANZAI" T-Shirt - Back

For more information:

Email: nikohan@gmail.com
Tel.+62 856 180 8804

Paul Collins & Christian Sloth - Promoted to Blue Belt!

2010-05-03T23:32:00.007+08:00

We are very proud to announce that Paul Collins and Christian Sloth were promoted to blue belt on May 1, 2010.

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Solo Submission Challenge 2010 - Results!

2010-04-12T11:45:00.003+08:00

April 10, 2010

54kg

1. Slamet Riyadi (Synergy – Jakarta)

2. Senna Saputra (Synergy – Solo)

3. Lianto Sunaryo (Synergy – Solo)

65kg

1. Michael Christy (Synergy – Solo)

2. Jeremy Kevin (Synergy – Solo)

3. Agus Subagyo (Universal Grappling)

76kg

1. Alexander Sumardi (Synergy – Surabaya)

2. Eko Adrianto (Synergy – Solo)

3. Casey Suire (Synergy – Jakarta)

88+kg

1. Aditya Kristawan (Viper Submission)

2. Sonny Rambing (Universal Grappling)

3. Indra Prakoso (Universal Grappling)

Women

1. Luara Boentara (Progressive MMA)

2. Faustine Gunawan (Synergy – Jakarta)

3. Deby Chan (Synergy – Solo)

Absolute

1. Alexander Sumardi (Synergy – Surabaya)

2. Casey Suire (Synergy – Jakarta)

3. Eko Wibowo (Synergy – Solo)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Royce Gracie - Bali Seminar 2010!

2010-03-02T19:50:00.008+08:00

March 2, 2010

We had the great honor to have Royce Gracie teach an amazing seminar. Synergy Academy, Bali - Kuta.

Bandung Submission Challenge 2010 - Results!

2010-02-26T22:40:00.005+08:00

February 26, 2010

Under 54kg

Slamet Mamet (Synergy Pakubuwono)
Robi (Synergy D’Groove)
Joe (Rai Club)

65kg

Ananta Bagas (Synergy Bintaro)
Krisna Andika (Synergy Cisatu)
Taji Natanegara (Synergy)

76kg

Budi Hermanto (Synergy Lindeteves)
Wildan (Synergy Cisatu)
Moggi (Synergy Kelapa Gading)

87kg

Yosa Bismahadi (Synergy Cisatu)
Ade Indra (Pajajaran)
Andreas Tan (Synergy Muara Karang)

Over 88kg

Budi Haryanto (Synergy Kelapa Gading)
Andicka Mamesah (Universal KMD)
Kevin Ristanto (Synergy Kelapa Gading)

Absolute

Linson Simanjuntak (Synergy Bintaro)
Moggi (Synergy Kelapa Gading)
Bismarck Theodorus (Synergy Cisatu)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!!!

New SYNERGY Fight Gear!

2010-02-17T11:40:00.008+08:00

Synergy "Amok" T-shirt (Black/Red)

Synergy "Amok" T-shirt (Black/Grey)

Synergy "Amok" T-shirt (White/Red)

Synergy "Amok" T-shirt (White/Blue)

Synergy Rash Guard (Black)

Synergy Rash Guard (White)

Synergy Rash Guard (Yellow)

Synergy Rash Guard (Red)

For more Information:

Tel.+62 856 180 8804
Email: nikohan@gmail.com

Synergy Spider BJJ Challenge - Results!

2010-02-08T10:33:00.005+08:00

February 7, 2010

Under 65kg

1. Muhammad Idris (Synergy Bandung)
2. Slamet (Synergy Pakubuwono)
3. Wida (Synergy Kelapa Gading)

76kg

1. Budi Hermanto (Synergy Kelapa Gading)

2. Hugo Setiawan (Synergy Bintaro)
3. Ikhwan (Synergy Bintaro)

Over 77kg

1. Rico (Synergy)

2. Ivan Sontosa (Synergy Bintaro)

3. Ranoe (Tigershark)

Absolute

1. Budi Hermanto (Synergy Kelapa Gading)

2. Bramono Lunardi (Synergy Bidakara)

3. Doddy Lestyanto (Synergy Bintaro)

BIG CONGRATULATIONS!

Article 18 - BJJ Hierarchy of Priorities

2010-01-22T15:27:00.005+08:00

BJJ Hierarchy of Priorities:

Priority#1 is to defend strikes & submissions
Priority#2 is to escape bad positions.
Priority#3 is to maintain positions.
Priority#4 is to improve position in order to get a submission.

You can go for Priority#4, as long as Priority#1-3 are always in check!

Niko Han - January 22, 2010

Royce Gracie - Bali Seminar!

2010-01-14T13:30:00.000+08:00

Great news,

ROYCE GRACIE (http://www.roycegracie.tv/) will be teaching seminar in BALI on March 2nd!!

Time: 12:00-2:00PM
Location: Synergy Academy, Jl. Nakula, Kawan Building 2nd Floor, Kuta.
Cost: Rp.500,000

Please confirm asap.

For further information:
Email: info@synergyjiujitsu.com
Tel.+62 856 1808804

It Is On! :)

Indonesian Grappling Federation - Schedule 2010

2010-01-14T13:21:00.006+08:00

Competitions

20FEB10 - Bandung Submission Challenge
10APR10 - Solo Submission Challenge
05JUN10 - Jogjakarta Submission Challenge
07AUG10 - Surabaya Submission Challenge
20NOV10 - Indonesia Submission Championship 2010 (Jakarta)

Workshops

13MAR10 - Medan
08MAY10 - Banjarmasin
03JUL10 - Batam
25SEP10 - Palembang