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Louisville KY, April 2026

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Don't miss out on the opportunity to grow your game, make new friends, and immerse yourself in the vibrant BJJ Mental Models community. Grab your gear and get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Brazillian Jiu Jitsu Camp

  • 12+ Hours of BJJ Seminars, Break-out Sessions & Open Mats

    Join us for our exciting Spring Camp, featuring over 12 hours of dynamic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu seminars and open mat sessions!

    This event is designed for practitioners of all levels, offering a unique chance to enhance your skills, learn new techniques, and connect with fellow grapplers.

    With expert instructors leading focused seminars, you'll gain valuable insights and share the mats with peers who share your passion for BJJ.

  • Daily Yoga

    Yoga enhances grappling by boosting flexibility, strength, and balance, all vital for control and complex maneuvers. It aids injury prevention through improved body awareness and alignment.

    Mindfulness fosters mental clarity and calmness under pressure while breathing techniques enhance endurance and recovery. Ultimately, yoga complements grappling and supports overall athlete well-being.

  • Enjoy Louisville!

    Louisville, Kentucky, is a vibrant city known for its rich culture, delicious cuisine, and welcoming atmosphere. From the iconic Kentucky Derby to the historic beauty of the Waterfront Park, there's always something exciting happening here.

    Join us for a spectacular cookout celebration as we gather to watch Thunder Over Louisville, one of the largest fireworks shows in the nation. Enjoy great food, camaraderie, and the stunning skyline as we revel in this unforgettable event.

The Facility

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class with instructor demonstrating a technique on a student, surrounded by seated students watching attentively on a mat.

6000 sqft facility

3 Training Floors + Weight Room 

Located close to many bars and restaurants

Camp is ten minutes from the Louisville Airport

Spring Camp 2026 Instructors

  • JESSE WALKER

    BJJ Black belt with over 15 years of coaching experience

    - Co-founder of host gym Rough Hands BJJ

    - featured TEDx speaker

    - BJJMM Camp Alum

    - Host of Fighting Matters Podcast

  • SHELBY YORK

    500 E-RYT YACEP Yoga instructor ~10 years of coaching experience

    - Co-founder of host gym Rough Hands BJJ

    - BJJ Blue belt & Krav Maga Brown belt

  • MIKE MAHAFFEY

    BJJ Black belt with 18 Years Experience

    - BJJ's most notorious Old Bastard

    - From Lansing, Michigan

    - BJJMM Camp Alum

    - Host of Fighting Matters Podcast

  • RICH SAB

    BJJ Black belt 20+ Years of BJJ  experience

    - From Saddle Brook, New Jersey

    - Instructor at BJJ Globetrotters and BJJ Fanatics

    - Fitness & Nutrition Coach

    - BJJMM Camp Alum

  • JOSHUA MACRI

    BJJ Black belt

    - From North Carolina, United States

    - Ex-MMA competitor (amateur)

    - A pleasant guest at dinner parties

    - Once foot swept an ostrich

    - BJJMM Camp Alum

  • AMY LINSEMIER

    BJJ Black Belt

    - Co-owner of Magic BJJ in Lansing Michigan

    -BJJMM Camp Alum

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SPRING CAMP SCHEDULE

SPRING CAMP SCHEDULE

Friday, April 11

Saturday, April 12

9a Yoga

930a-11a Session 1

11a-1p Lunch / Open Mat

1p-230p Session 2

3p- ??? Thunder Over Louisville Cookout

Sunday

9a Yoga

930a - 11a Session 1

11a - 1p Lunch / Open Mat

1p -230p Session 2

3p - 43p0 Open Mat

430p -6p Session 3

730p - ?? D&D / Game Night

Monday

9a Yoga

930a-11a Session 1

11a-1p Lunch / Open Mat

1p-230p Session 2

3- 430 Session 3

430-6 Open Mat

Need More? — Set up privates with any of the Camp Coaches, or join an impromptu break-out session in the secondary training room.

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