Stuart receives Blue Belt Promotion at Atlantic Jiu Jitsu

Huge congratulations to our newest blue belt – Stuart Haxell!

A huge congratulations to Stuart Haxell on his promotion to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt at Atlantic Jiu Jitsu. Stuart has made this major accomplishment despite being visually impaired.

Stuart has been training martial arts with Micky Downs at Sligo Martial Arts Academy since 11 years old, where he earned his 2nd Dan Karate black belt. Some of his other accomplishments include currently studying a masters degree in IT Sligo and also representing Ireland in Blind Tennis.

Stuart is a great inspiration our team, he comes in and trains hard and is merciless on the mats. We love training with him.

Congratulations Stuart – we are so proud to have you as a team member.

Stuart is a credit to Atlantic Jiu Jitsu and has been recognized for his hard work. It is a pleasure training with you!

A special mention goes to Dave Doyle, one of our blue belts who guided Stuart through our curriculum offering fantastic support. Thank you Dave 👋!

Great to have another blue belt at Atlantic Jiu Jitsu.  Keep up the excellent work! OSS!👏👏👏👏