Kelzo Sidoli

Kelzo is a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Brown belt under Professor Merv Harries of GroundHammer Jiu-jitsu. Kelzo initially began her martial arts journey 15 years ago whilst training Korean Kickboxing at HKA under Leigh Preece. Kelzo, who was always a fan of grappling, attended her first Friday night beginners class in 2014 and was hooked instantly, entering her first competition 3 months later.

Some notable accolades in competitive Jiu-jitsu to date:

IBJJF Rome Open Champion

IBJJF Munich Open Champion

IBJJF Paris Open Champion

IBJJF European Master Champion

UAEJJF Grand Slam Tour Champion

UAEJJF World Master Abu Dhabi Silver Medalist

Kelzo travels extensively to train and compete which has included: USA, Thailand, Abu Dhabi, Italy, Germany and Spain but is always looking to add to the list.

Additional qualification:

Off the mats Kelzo is a qualified ChISVA at WMRSASC funded by the Police and Crime Commissioner.

BSc. Psychology and Counselling

FE Diploma in Child Psychology

Safeguarding Level 3 (Adults and Children)

UKBJJA Licensed Instructor

Enhanced DBS

Emergency First Aid