Louisville KY, April 11th-14th, 2025
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
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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.
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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
Located close to many bars and restaurants
Camp is ten minutes from the Louisville Airport
Spring Camp 2024 Instructors
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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
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MIKE MAHAFFEY
BJJ Black belt with 18 Years Experience
- BJJ's most notorious Old Bastard
- From Lansing, Michigan
-BJJMM Camp Alum
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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
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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
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JOSHUA JANIS
BJJ Black belt with 19 years experience
-Painless, Precise and Playful Jiu Jitsu style
-Co-Founder of White Lotus in Milwaukee, Wi
-Interpersonal communication professional
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JOSH MCKINNEY
Black Belt with 16 years of experience
- Head coach of HeadnodHQ
- Host of the "I Suck at Jiu Jitsu" show
- 20x IBJJF Gold Medalist
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MISSY BAIZE
BJJ Black Belt
- Owner of War Horse BJJ in Wenona, Illinois
-Uses a structured and systematic approach to teaching
- Loves teaching groups of all sizes
- Can tattoo better than you.
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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
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AMY LINSEMIER
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STEPH GAUDREAU
BJJ Brown belt
- Strength & Conditioning Coach
- Founder of Strong with Steph
- Has more certifications than you
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To Be Announced
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SPRING CAMP SCHEDULE
SPRING CAMP SCHEDULE
Friday, April 11
Noon-3p Check-in & Open Mat
3p - 430p Session 1
430p-6p Session 2
6p - 8p Welcome Dinner
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.
Camp Cost
BJJ Mental Models Premium Member*
Rough Hands Member*
*Membership will be validated at time of purchase AND at camp time
General Public
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