This Isn’t a Seminar! It’s an Immersive BJJ Experience That Can Change Your Game and May Even Reignite Your Passion for BJJ!
Join the Next Small Group Chewjitsu Camp in 2026!
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I'll be hosting my 3-day BJJ training experiences in May, June and August.
It's your chance to upgrade a specific area of your BJJ game, train with me personally in a small intimate setting.
Many previous attendees said these camps have literally changed their BJJ game and in many cases reignited their passion for grappling.
If you'd like to join me then read all the details below!
If You've Ever Wanted To Meet Or Train With Me. This is The Best Opportunity You'll Ever Have.
What’s up!
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You may have heard some stuff about a Chewjitsu camp coming up or maybe this is the 1st time you’ve heard anything about it.Â
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Either way, keep reading and I’ll give you the nitty gritty on the upcoming event.Â
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But 1st let me tell you why this camp is happening.Â
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Over the last few years my Youtube channel has grown to the point where yours bearded has become a sort of household name in BJJ. I have people visiting my gym all the time and messages from people about potentially visiting.Â
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And back in 2020 I was making arrangements to have a BJJ camp at my gym. I thought it would be a good chance to have a small group join me at my gym for training and other activities. And then Cap’n Covid struck and put an end to all that.Â
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Then in 2021 while I was coming back from a seminar. A group of people in a Fans of Chewjitsu Facebook group were talking about traveling to my gym to train with me and my crew. Tons of people joining in and considering it. So, we ran out 1st Chewjitsu Camp at my gym in August of 2021. It was awesome and went really well. So well, in fact that the campers kept coming back and I had to create additional camps just to make room for new people to join!Â
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With that, we'll be opening up registration for this year's Chewjitsu Camp.Â
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Last year's camps sold quick so hopefully if you missed out last year, these will give you a chance to have a memorable experience with me and my team here in Louisville.
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During the camp we’ll be doing a number of things. Obviously BJJ training sessions will be a part of it. During these sessions you’ll get a chance to learn from me in person as we do a deep dive into some of my best positions and techniques in BJJ. We'll be laser focused on specific high percentage options and get lots of reps in over the weekend so you can leave with new techniques ready to use when you get back to your home gym. Â
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We'll also have a special mobility / functional stretching class led by my friend Eugene who is a physical therapist and BJJ Black Belt. The goal of this session is to give you a series of simple movements and stretches that target some of the areas we as BJJ practitioner suffer from. By using the movements, you learn at camp on a regular basis you'll be able to feel looser, be more flexible for techniques and be less prone to injury. Trust me, I know this from experience.Â
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On Saturday we’ll have some group meals together which are a great chance to hangout and chat with me and everyone else in the camp.Â
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We’ll also be including a breath work / meditation session for those interested.Â
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I'm hoping to help you improve your BJJ and give you an intimate one of kind experience.Â
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With this in mind, registration will be limited to a small number of people about 20 per camp. This is so I have a chance to interact with you during the camp. I've been to camps where there's a ton of people. And while that's cool and all, it doesn't leave a lot of room to get to chat or get 1-on-1 help.Â
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If you're reading this page then I imagine you've watched some of my videos, read my emails and/or listened to my podcasts. And with that, this is a chance to get to meet in person in a smaller setting instead of massive crowd where we never even get to have a conversation.Â
Why This Camp Is Unlike Other BJJÂ Seminars & Events
I don’t run these camps often. And when I do, I keep them small on purpose. I want to ensure that everyone who attends gets personal coaching and hands-on training from yours bearded.
Unlike big, impersonal seminars where you’re just another face in the crowd, at this camp:
✅ You’ll get direct coaching from me. Not just watching me demonstrate, but actually drilling and refining techniques with my guidance.
✅ You’ll train in a hyper-focused setting with a small, select group of like-minded practitioners.
✅ You’ll get a ton of focused training in, using a mix of teaching and highly specific situational training to burn these techniques into muscle memory so that you can take them back to training when you leave.
✅ You’ll leave with a renewed passion for BJJ. Many past attendees have told me that the camp reignited their fire for training and took their confidence on the mats to another level. I hope it does the same for you.
And of course…
✅ You’ll get to meet and train with me in person! if you’ve been following me on YouTube or social media, this is your chance to train with the guy you've watched in the videos at the gym you've watched in the videos. And unless something happens to stop me, I'll be rolling with every person attending camp including you!
What You’ll Learn and How This Training Will Change Your Game Forever
At the camps this year, each one has a separate focus. . .
June's camp is half guard sweeps and off balancing.
🔥 The perfect guard if you're not good at guard - Many people think they're not good at playing off their back. But in many cases, it's just they haven't found the right style of guard yet. Half guard in many cases is the perfect guard for those who aren't long, lanky and naturally take to playing off their back.Â
🔥 Works against all sizes, small, big and massive! - This style of half guard works for any body type you'll face. But most importantly it works like a charm vs much larger opponents since you don't have to lock your legs around their waist and you're able to use the position to nullify their weight and pressure.Â
🔥 A step-by-step approach to sweeping - You'll learn how to sweep from the bottom so that you can get on top and finish the roll or match. And you'll learn how to do this in a very methodical process. Â
🔥 Be effective and use less energy - When you're able to keep your opponent off balance it's much easier and efficient to sweep them. Oh, and there is no flexibility requirement to play half guard.Â
🔥 Master the Giggler - One of my favorite sweeps is the Giggler. It's named that because of how effective it is and how stupid easy it is to use when timed right. During the camp youÂ
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July is focused on my reverse turtle back take system.
🔥 A "Back Door" to Back Mount - Very few people play this style of back taking which is essentially a different route to back mount than the traditional chest to back. This means you'll be bypassing their muscle memory and training to achieve one of the most dominant positions in BJJ.Â
🔥 Great for competitors or if you struggle with guard players - In competitions turtle is a position that negates most points which is why so many people use it. Also, with good guard players, they'll use turtle to re-guard and stop your guard passes. The reverse turtle system will help you take advantage of the openings created by them going to turtle.Â
 🔥 Learn how to stack pass like a World Champ - Along with the Reverse Turtle I'll be teaching how to connect it with my stack passing system as well. If you're someone who likes stack passes, this is for you. Personally, everyone should have a stack passing game of some sort. Passes like this are excellent against leg lockers and triangle choking opponents as it locks up their hips. I used this exact stack passing style in my No Gi Pans and No Gi Worlds gold medal runs.Â
🔥 Make people's eyes as big as dinner plates - BJJ is an art and it's fun to display art that turns heads. This style of back taking does just that. Every time I use this in competitions, I see people's eyes get big and hear "OOOOoooo" from the crowds. Not important but it still feels good to have beautiful Jiu-Jitsu.Â
🔥 How to Finish More Chokes from Back Mount - Along with taking the back I'll be teaching you some of my secrets for finishing chokes from the back with a high percentage rate. With just a few adjustments I can take most people from struggling to finish a choke to becoming a submission machine.
🔥 Forget about Back Mount with 2 Hooks - Lastly, I'll be teaching the basics of my half back system. If you get to back mount and struggle to hold it when you're on the choking arm side, then this will show you how to stop that. Personally, I almost never play back with 2 hooks anymore. In competitions I get the points and then go back to half back. And since most people don't play this style of back mount, most don't know how to escape it.Â
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August is all about side control submissions.
🔥 The Magic of the Shotgun Armbar - This submission is both sneaky and effective. It also opens up chokes and other attacks with Kimuras. It uses the near side arm in side control to set up submissions. Most people don't utilize the near side arm which is a big mistake! It's literally just leaving submissions on the table. Â
🔥 A vicious armlocking position in side control! - This position will virtually eliminate your opponent's ability to move, or breathe in some cases, and leave them vulnerable to the armlock system I'll be teaching. Â
🔥 Works from White to Black Belt - A lot people search for the NEW technique that's never been seen before. I won't be giving you that. Instead I'll be showing you a lot of stuff you probably know but I'm going to give you the small details that make basic BJJ effective even at Black Belt. Â
🔥 Lock your opponent in side control - Along with focusing on submissions we'll be diving into specific strategies to control side control and lock your opponent into the position. The better you do this and the longer they're stuck on bottom, the more opportunities you'll find to submit them.Â
🔥 Learn how to use your weight effectively - Most people lack pressure on top because they don't use their weight intentionally. I'll teach you how to use your weight and place it on your opponent's body with precision.Â
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With that said, we’ll be focusing on these specific positions and techniques in a way to make an immediate impact on your BJJ game.
No fluff. No overwhelming list of random techniques you’ll forget in a week.
Just high-percentage techniques, proven positional strategies, and battle-tested details that will be cemented into your BJJ game with a mixture of drilling and situational rolling.
Here’s a rough idea of what the schedule will look like for the camp
***Note the schedule is subject to changes depending on attendance and weather.
Friday
10:30am - 1st session of camp.
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4pm - Meet and greet with Chewy and campers (non Derby City gym members only)
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6pm - Training session.Â
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Group dinner after training. (Be sure to look at your email so we can make sure to get the right details on a reservation.)
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10 AM - Functional stretching and mobility warm up taught by Eugene. Followed by BJJ training taught by Chewy.Â
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Post Training Brunch - We'll have a meal catered to the gym following the first training session.Â
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5 PM - BJJ training followed by Q&A and catered meal at the gym or my home. Ice baths and bonfire weather permitting.
Sunday
9am - Strength training workshop and Q&A.Â
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10am - Open Mat BJJ training and a chance to take pictures, buy extra gear, etc.
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12pm - Breathwork session for those interested.
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2pm - Ending session of camp.Â
Oh but wait. . . I've got some gifts for you too!Â
If you order before the early bird discount cut-off. In addition to working with me in a close intimate setting. You'll also receive these bonus gifts from yours bearded worth over $100. . .
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📌A special Chewjitsu rash guard top. - $50 Value
📌A book or journal from me. - $25 Value
📌A special report going over the position we're focused on for each camp. - $20 Value
📌A Chewjitsu t-shirt of your choice. - $25 Value
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***Note, because I have to order this stuff unique to you. If you order after the early bird cutoff date (listed for each camp below) you will not be guaranteed the no gi gear bonus.Â
Camp Dates & Details For 2026
Half Guard Sweeps & Off Balancing (June 19-21)
During this camp the focus of training will be on half guard sweeps and off balancing with an emphasis on the Giggler sweep.
The goal of the camp is to give you a simple set of techniques you can use to escape side control and prevent from being flattened out in the first place!Â
We'll have a mix of teaching and live drills, so you'll be able to take it home and put it to use the next week.Â
If you own my Half Guard Sweeper series, be sure to review the material before camp as it will help support your learning!
Right now, the price is $397 per person. Early bird discount and bonus gifts end April 3rd, 2026 and price jumps to $450.
Join The Half Guard Camp in June
Reverse Turtle Back Taking System (July 17-19)
This camp will be focused on my Reverse Turtle system. We'll mix in some passing elements into it as well.Â
The beauty of the Reverse Turtle is that most people don't use the position, and it will open a "back door" to the back that your opponent is unprepared for. I've hit this in several competitions against good black belts.Â
If you're a back taker, this is a great camp for you to add another element to your game.Â
If you have my Breakthrough Guard Passing series, there are elements of this system in that video course. Review them before camp to get the most from it.
Right now, the price is $397 per person. Early bird discount and bonus gifts end May 15th and price jumps to $450.
Join The Back Take Camp in July
Side Control Submissions (August 14-16)
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This camp is all about submissions from Side Control (and Half Guard) using armlocks on both sides and chokes to create a triple threat that is hard to defend.Â
I've seen many people say that Side Control isn't a good position to use for finishing opponents. I guess I never listened because I've used it to win dozens of matches and it's routinely one of my best finishing positions.Â
Perhaps, this is because they don't focus enough on control. And so with that, as we focus on submissions you'll also learn how to control and lock down the position.Â
Right now, the price is $397 per person. Early bird discount and bonus gifts end June 26nd and price jumps to $450.
Join The Submission Camp in AugustInterested in joining me at the camp?
If you’re interested in the camp. Spots are limited since I’ll be opening this up to my students as well.Â
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As of right now I have 20 spots in total for people online per camp. So if you’d like to join me, sign up sooner rather than later!Â
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Commonly Asked Questions. . .
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What’s the age limit?
18 and older please. If younger we'd like them to be accompanied by an adult on the mat.
Is this open to any rank or belt level?Â
Yes, all belt ranks and experiences are welcome.Â
What’s included with the price of the camp?
The camp price includes admission to all the sessions involved with the camp, any additional gifts that might be given as well as certain group meals. This price does not include room or travel arrangements. You’ll need to make those on your own.
What kind of physical condition should I be in?
This will be 3 days of training. You can obviously take as many breaks as needed. While the training can be adjusted for different levels of physical condition it’s important to understand that it will be physically challenging. You attend at your own risk, and you should have a general understanding of your physical limits.
How many people will be there?
We limit the number of registrations to just around 20 people. Along with that select group of 20 you'll be on the mats with my students to get the full experience of being in my gym and meeting and rolling in our gym culture. You'll also get the advantage of being able to learn from some of my black belts who have different styles and games than I do. Numbers will fluctuate from 20-30 on some sessions to 40ish people usually.Â
Can I film/record the event?
Out of respect to other people attending the camp, filming and recording will be very limited.
What should I bring?
Please bring gi and no gi gear as well as regular clothing you’d be comfortable exercising in. Also bring swimwear and a towel for the ice bath.Â
Where is your gym?
Our gym is in Louisville, KY. The exact address is 8021 DIxie Highway Ste 102 Louisville, KY 40258.Â
What's the closest airport?
The closest airport is Louisville International Airport. It's airport tag is SDF.Â
Have any other questions?
Please contact Jess with any questions or concerns about attending the event at support@chewjitsu.net
Refund Policy
Chewjitsu Camp Refund Policy
We understand that things come up and life is unpredictable. But there are no refunds. We're happy to offer you options when it comes to making the best use of your Chewjitsu Camp ticket. Whether it be towards products and services or for a possible future Chewjitsu Camp.Â