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"Martial Arts Planet owner Mike Sweeney's pursuit for excellence is evident not only in his training but also his teaching. His extreme dedication to martial arts can be seen through his continual desire to refine both his personal training and his training methods. While Mike's positive leadership has encouraged me to achieve new levels on the mat, it has also influenced me to attain new levels as a person." Adam Zugec - North American and Canadian Submission Champion

"Mike Sweeney is one of those rare Coaches who possesses the unique combination of personal skill, and teaching ability. Mike has a very high level of performance skill in all areas of fighting: stand up kickboxing, clinch, ground, and weapons. In addition, Mike has a great way of communicating, coaching, and helping others reach their own personal best within the field of functional Martial Arts. I would highly recommend his classes for anyone, of any skill level." Matt Thornton - SBG Founder and President

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2003 COMPETITION RESULTS

In what was described by many as the most exciting fight of the evening, Rebecca Sweeney came out victorious in the only women's match of the Ontario Submission Wrestling Invitational. Rebecca's opponent, Ashlyn, was a very tough competitor which made for a match full of action. In spite of having a 20 pound weight disadvantage, Rebecca pressed the fight, controlling primarily from the top and won the match with a score of 6-0. Rebecca would like to thank all of her teachers, training partners and teammates for their support and help in preparing for this match.

(Rebecca works to pass her opponent's guard)

(Rebecca with hands raised)

Congratulations to our team of grapplers who travelled to Hamilton to compete in Joslin's Canadian Open Grappling Championship. Our team of 6 competitors returned with 2 Silver Medals. Great work Dan Cunningham and Eric Morrin for your excellent showing in your divisions.

(14 year old Eric Morrin has his hand raised after winning one of his matches at the Grappling Championships)

(Eric Morrin showns off his Silver Medal with teammate Shawn Hartwig)

Rebecca Sweeney brought her kickboxing record to 4-0 with a 3 round decision on Sunday, October 5, 2003. The match, which was fought with amateur Muay Thai rules, was part of a fight card promoted by Siam #1 in Toronto and was sanctioned by the Ontario Amateur Muay Thai Federation. Rebecca accepted the fight with only 4 days notice, filling in for an other opponent who backed out at the last moment. Congratulations Rebecca. Once again you have made us all proud!

Mike and Rebecca Sweeney, along with teammates from Vancouver and Ottawa, traveled to Brazil to compete at the 2003 World Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championships. After receiving a bye in the first round, Sensei Sweeney won his first match on points. He then went on to be submitted via choke in his next match. Although she had no intention of competing, some "BJJ arm twisting" convinced Rebecca to enter the tournament as well. Rebecca's first match was a back-and-forth battle which ultimately ended with a score of 0-0 but she lost the decision by 1 advantage. The big news of the competition was from teammate Rima Haddad from BC who took the Bronze medal in her division. According to Professor Soares, this is the first Canadian medal from the BJJ Mundials! Congratulations also to Karim Byron and Adam Zugec who also competed. Overall, the trip was great with plenty of excellent instruction. Our thanks go out to all of our new Brazilian friends for making us feel so welcomed.

Congratulations goes out to our student Mike Conway for his 2nd round TKO victory in his debut Muay Thai fight. This bout was one of 10 fights scheduled in the amateur Muay Thai show held in Lavalle, Que. on Saturday, April 5, 2003. We are all very proud of you Mike. Keep up the great work.

(Rebecca, Mike Conway, World Champion Erik Paulson and Sensei Sweeney after Mike's Muay Thai victory.)

On Sat. Nov. 9, 2002, Khru Rebecca Harvey brought her kickboxing record to 3-0 with a unanimous decision over Ruth Wilson. The Amateur Muay Thai fights were hosted by Norm Grimard's Sparmax Academy in Laval, Quebec. Our thanks and respects go out to our friends at Sparmax and Ajarn Suchart's Siam #1 in Toronto, Ruth's home club.

(Rebecca has her hand raised after a 3 round unanimous decision)