Louisville, KY · April 15–18, 2027
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!
REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 2026
Brazillian Jiu Jitsu Camp
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20+ 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.
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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.
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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
6000 sqft facility
3 Training Floors, Weight Room, & Shower
Located close to many bars and restaurants
Camp is ten minutes from the Louisville Airport
Spring Camp 2027 Instructors
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JESSE WALKER
BJJ Black belt with almost 20 years of coaching experience
- Co-founder of Rough Hands BJJ
- featured TEDx speaker
- BJJMM Camp Alum
- Host of Fighting Matters Podcast
Session: The Last Mile — Using Leg Turks to Finish Guard Passes
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SHELBY YORK
500 E-RYT YACEP Yoga instructor ~10 years of coaching experience
- Co-founder of Rough Hands BJJ
- BJJ Blue belt & Krav Maga black belt
-BJJMM Camp Alum
Session: Daily Yoga
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MIKE MAHAFFEY
BJJ Black Belt under Chris Haueter
- BJJ's most notorious Old Bastard
- Trains at Magic BJJ in Lansing, Michigan
- BJJMM Camp Alum
- Host of Fighting Matters Podcast
Session: TBA
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RICH SAB
BJJ Black belt 25 Years of experience
- From Saddle Brook, New Jersey
- Instructor at BJJ Globetrotters and BJJ Fanatics
- Fitness & Nutrition Coach
- BJJMM Camp Alum
Session: TBA
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NIAMH BRYN
BJJ Black Belt
- Owner of Snowblind BJJ
Session: TBA
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"SAMBO" STEVE KOEPFER
Master of Sport of Russia in Combat Sambo and Judo black belt
Session: TBA
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CHELSEA FERRANDO
BJJ Black Belt
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BOBBY MCMASTERS
BJJ Black Belt
Co-owner of Open Source Jiu Jitsu
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MARY HOLMES
BJJ Black Belt
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KAITLIN MARTIN
BJJ Black Belt
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CORY PONCE
BJJ Black Belt
SPRING CAMP SCHEDULE
SPRING CAMP SCHEDULE
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9a - 930a: Camp Check-in
930a - 1030a:Session 1
1100a - 1200p: Session 2
1200a - 130p: Lunch/Open Mat
130p - 230p: Session 3
300p - 400p: Session 4
400p -530p: Open Mat / Private Training
600-??: Welcome Dinner
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9a: Shelby Y. -Yoga
930a - 1030a: Session 1
11a - 1p: Lunch/Open Mat
130p - 230p: Session 2
300p - 400p: Session 3
400p -630p: Open Mat / Private Training
430p - 530p: Coaching Clinic
700-??: Movie Night!
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9a: Shelby Y. -Yoga
930a - 1030a: Session 1
1100a - 1200p: Session 2
1200a - 130p: Lunch/Open Mat
130p - 230p: Session 3
230p -530p: Thunder Over Louisville & Cookout
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9a: Shelby Y. -Yoga
930a - 1030a: Session1
11a - 1p: Lunch/Open Mat
130p - 230p: Session 2
230p - 330p: Session 3
330p -530p: Camp Close
Need More? — Set up privates with one (or more) of the Camp Coaches, or join an impromptu break-out session in the secondary training room.
Join the Wait List
Register for Camp
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Standard - $299
General Admission
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Premium -$199
Must be a BJJ Mental Models Premium or member or Rough Hands BJJ
subject to verification
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Black Belt - FREE
Black belts can attend camp free of charge.