We are grateful to that Professor Condrat Lamcov for visiting Grace Barra Countryside to teach our students basic and advanced judo techniques. Professor Lamcov is a 2^nd degree black belt in judo, and his accomplishments in judo include him being the two-time Moldova National Champion and the International Champion-Class B. Further. He is a champion in sambo; his ratings and awards include: International Master of Sport; Bronze Medal at the 2003 St. Petersburg tournament; four-time National Champion of Moldova; two-time Silver Medalist at the Open Russian Championship-Class A; and, twice he finished in fifth place of the European Championship of sambo.

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Here are some pictures from the 2009 Christmas Party and Belt Promotions:

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Anyone interested in watching UFC 109, Professor Carols is organizing a group to watch the UFC at Champps Bar (in Lombard). He will be meeting at Gracie Barra Countryside at 6:30pm to organize drivers to drive to Lombard. Otherwise, meet at Champs at 9pm. Hope to see you there!!!

Address of Champps Americana

2301 Fountain Square Dr

Lombard, IL

630-627-3334

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In honor of Martin Luther King Day, there will not be classes held at Gracie Barra Countryside. Classes resume on Tuesday 1/19/2010 to the normal schedule.

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