# Tarik Hopstock

> Black Belt | Norway

## Overview

**Name:** Tarik Hopstock

**Belt Rank:** Black Belt

**Nationality:** Norway

**Date of Birth:** May 10, 1996 (age 30)


## Bio

Tarik Hopstock, a Norwegian black belt under Eduardo Rios (Teta) of Frontline Academy, is best known for inventing the Tarikoplata, a modified shoulder lock he developed around 2014 while troubleshooting the top kimura position. Rising through the juvenile and adult ranks in Oslo, his potential was pushed by Rios into adult classes early, sharpening his competitive edge. Promoted to black belt on December 5, 2021, Hopstock debuted at the 2022 European Open, having already tested himself against top competition as a brown belt in Polaris and Copa Pódio.
## Gym Affiliations

- **Arma** (London, United Kingdom) — Instructor

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**Last Updated:** October 03, 2026

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