The martial arts community rallied to help Bulli man Kyle Montgomery on Sunday.
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A shocking accident while training in the sport he loves has changed Montgomery's life forever.
The well-known athlete was training at his martial arts gym in Woonona on March 29 when he suffered severe spinal damage.
He was rushed to Wollongong Hospital, then airlifted to Prince of Wales.
Montgomery runs Southern MMA, teaching self-defense, kickboxing, wrestling, boxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
On Sunday, Groundworks MMA Centre at Barrack Heights hosted a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu open mat fundraiser in aid of Montgomery.
Head instructor Craig Sinclair said Montgomery was a good friend of many at Groundworks.
"He's trained at ours before, and it's a bit of a community in martial arts," Sinclair said. "We had people come from all different gyms (to take part), and we got some great donations from other gyms."
Sinclair said Sunday's event included a donation from participants and a raffle.
He estimated that 45-50 people took part, and at least $1675 had been raised.
"All the money goes straight to Kyle - whatever he needs that money for," Sinclair said.
A keen rock climber, Montgomery grew up in Bulli and is passionate about sharing his love of martial arts.
A GoFundMe page has also been set up to help Montgomery into the future with the financial burden of his treatment.
To donate, click here.
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