Hi I'm Matt, 

Hi, I’m Matt. I’m a purple belt under head coach Mark Hayes and have been training at Lincoln BJJ for around 9 years now. I help out with coaching the fundamentals classes and assist in our regular weekly sessions too.

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Before starting BJJ, I didn’t have any martial arts experience, but I’d always been interested in self-defence, fitness, and combat sports. Once I got on the mats, I was hooked pretty quickly. The mental and physical benefits were huge, improved strength, better conditioning, more resilience, and a real boost to my overall wellbeing.

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One of the best things about Lincoln BJJ is the community. It’s such a welcoming, supportive environment, and over the years I’ve made some lifelong friends here. Everyone who walks through the door is made to feel at home, which made a big difference for me when I was just getting started.

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I’ve got a busy work life and a young family,three kids and an incredibly supportive partner, so BJJ is my way to reset and take a break from the day-to-day.

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For me, jiu-jitsu isn’t just a martial art. It’s a passion and a lifestyle, and it’s played a massive role in keeping me balanced, focused, and constantly learning.