G.S.B.V. de Mattekloppers

Welcome to G.S.B.V. de Mattekloppers

GSBV de Mattekloppers is the student judo and jiu-jitsu club of the Northern Netherlands, run by and for students. We offer intense training sessions and also host social events, workshops, and fun activities. Members get the chance to compete in local and international matches, showcasing their skills on the tatami. We provide a great mix of sport and community, welcoming everyone to join at their own pace. For more info or questions, contact the board or email us at: info@mattekloppers.nl.

Latest News: Arashi Diamond Cup was a success!

April 5th, 2025

On Saturday April 5th, a group of 13 Mattekloppers took the train to our fellow student budo association V.A.S. Arashi in Enschede! Here, we participated in the Arashi Diamond Cup, an amazing initiative for judokas who are less experienced in doing competitions. The categories were divided according to weight and belt level which made sure that everyone could do some randoris and sparring at their own level. Aside from doing judo and jiu-jitsu ourselves, we could also watch other interesting sports like taekwondo and pukulan. After all the sporty activities, we had a drink with the members of Arashi. It was an amazing day and we are excited to go again next year!

Graduation for many at February's Belt Exams!

February, 2025

This February marked another important evaluation point for many of our members: the Jiu-Jitsu and Judo belt examinations. Congratulations to all graduated Jiu-Jitsukas and Judokas on obtaining your new Kyu!

Latest News: Sensei Robin has obtained his PhD!

January 23rd, 2025

On the twentythird of January, our beloved sensei Robin Neef has been promoted to Dr. Neef by the University of Groningen for his research in spacial planning! His book "Towards the Planning of Infrastructure Renewal" offers a thorough analysis on the complex-of-complexities of this subject. The complete Mattekloppers association would like to congratulate him on this accomplishment and wishes him the best for the continuation of his academic efforts!

Mattekloppers Camp '24-'25

October 17-19th, 2024

Last October, it was time to take our members on an unforgettable weekend of activities and parties! On Friday evening we left the beautiful Groningen and exchanged it for the weekend with Drouwen! Once we got there, we had dinner and started our first theme party: Proud to be Fout! We saw some amazing colorful and animal-like outfits, definitely bringing the good vibes! Also, this evening, we heard that another game had started: the crazy 69... In teams, the members had to compete and get the most points by doing tasks. For example, we saw some members laughing at a tree, doing cheerleading performances, and reenacting Freek Vonk! Finally, the girl-team has won!

Saturday started off with an incredible breakfast while watching the Dutchies win prizes at the Judo Grand Slam. Then, it was time to go swimming, and after cooperatively going off the Onderwater-Jungle-Party waterslide a million times, we could not end the activity without some fries or grilled cheese. Once back we got ready for the last party: 'Als ik later groot ben'! Again, our members have surpassed our expectations, with their amazing outfits. Also, it was great to see the members working together in the Paralympic Games, where arms and legs were taped together and tasks had to be done. Sunday morning we cleaned down the house and returned to Groningen.

The weekend was a great success, and we hope to see you all again next year!