Palmer is the centre of competitive grappling in Alaska, hosting nearly all of the state's tournaments.
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Palmer is the centre of competitive grappling in Alaska, hosting nearly all of the state's tournaments. Pioneer Grappling Academy organises several of them, including Battle at the Fairgrounds, the Matsu Showdown and Grappling for a Cure.
Some events are part of a four-stop circuit, such as the South Central Squabble and the Matsu Showdown. Kids divisions are common, and there have been dedicated kids shows. August is the busiest month, followed by December and October.
Almost all Alaska tournaments take place in Palmer, in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley.
Battle at the Fairgrounds, the Matsu Showdown and Grappling for a Cure are the recurring events, several of them run by Pioneer Grappling Academy.
Yes. Many Alaska events include kids divisions, and there have been kids-only competitions such as the Kids BJJ Showdown.
