Kasparas adds to his vast medal collection with success in a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu event in Wigan
Local Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu star Kasparas Taraskevicius has added to his vast collection of medals.
The teenager won a gold and silver in the 50 kgs division at an ‘Absolute Division’ event in Wigan, beating much heavier opponents in his chosen sport.
Taraskevicius is a student at the city’s Kaizen BJJ and MMA Club. He had nine matches in Wigan, winning seven and losing two to improve his overall record to 17 gold medals, 18 silver and five bronze medals
Kaizen is also home to coach Marija Kazlauskaite who regularly represents Peterborough on the competition circuit. She recently featured in a professional Jiu-Jitsu event called ‘Quatro Linhas’ in Rickmansworth where she beat her opponent in the 70kg division.
As a non-profit organisation, Kaizen BJJ and MMA Club is committed to making martial arts accessible while promoting confidence, fitness, and positive development for young people and adults. The club provides a safe, inclusive space for members of all backgrounds and is managed by a volunteer committee of martial arts enthusiasts and instructors dedicated to serving the community.
The club is based at 4 Phorpres Close, Hampton, Peterborough, PE2 8FZ, sharing a facility with Inspired Martial Arts.