Currently a yellow belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Oliver (Ollie to his friends and family) has taken both group jiu-jitsu classes at his local gym since he was 4 years old and private training with Professor Romina since he was 8 years old. His love of jiu-jitsu there started at a very early age, much to the relief of his parents who were looking for an outlet for their young toddler’s boundless energy!  Ollie is very grateful to be able assist Professor Romina with her development of Grapple Up, given his first-hand experience of the knowledge and wisdom she has shared with him over the years.
 
Ollie has benefited significantly from the holistic support she has provided him in terms of his fitness, health, technique and mental wellbeing. Ollie’s parents, James and Tina, could see from the moment he interacted with Professor Romina that his attitude, motivation and performance improved, and she has become a trusted coach and mentor to him in his pursuit of his chosen sport. He feels honoured to be able to share this journey with Professor Romina at Grapple Up, in sharing her wisdom, information, tools, products and videos which will encourage and inspire kids just like him to be the best that they can be.
 
Ollie has been successful both nationally and internationally in Brazilian jiu-jitsu competitions, and prides himself on being a fair, supportive and respectful competitor. He enjoys meeting, training, and grappling with his fellow jiu-jitsu team mates and fellow jiu-jitsu competitors. He loves travelling to different places nationally and internationally to compete, embracing the challenge as well as the differences in the types of competitions and competitors he encounters. He understands the importance of a balanced, healthy and active lifestyle and cannot wait to show other children how their lifestyles can also be improved through the art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu and the Grapple Up virtual hub.