COMPETITION TEAM
UFC 289: Coach Andre with UFC Fighter Mike Malott and his coaching team.
Athlete Benefits
The Grappling Garden Competition Team is more than a group of athletes — it’s a structured program designed to develop high-level competitors who grow both on and off the mats.
This is not just about winning medals (though we do that too). It’s about developing discipline, resilience, and leadership through the pursuit of world-class Jiu-Jitsu. Our competition athletes train in a supportive but challenging environment where mindset, accountability, and gratitude are just as important as technical skill.
By committing to the team, athletes experience rapid technical progression, exposure to high-level events like ADCC Opens, and mentorship from coaches who have worked with UFC fighters and PFL/Bellator veterans.
We believe that by embracing growth, living with gratitude, and holding themselves accountable — our athletes become not just stronger competitors, but stronger people. The medals follow.
What To Expect?
🧠 Dedicated Coaching & Goal Setting
Our experienced coaching team works closely with each athlete to define personal goals and build a process-driven training plan. This is an intensive, high-accountability program built around your long-term development — not just the next tournament.
🎥 Post-Tournament Video Review
After every tournament, you’ll receive detailed match analysis and personalized feedback from our coaches. We’ll help you break down what worked, what didn’t, and create a custom curriculum to accelerate your improvement.
✈️ Sponsorship & Travel Opportunities
We believe in investing in our athletes. Those who demonstrate competitive success and fully embody our core values — growth, gratitude, accountability, and connection — may receive sponsorship for competition travel, registration fees, and flights to major events.
📓 Mental Performance Journaling
Every competition team athlete uses our mental performance journal — a structured daily tool to build mindset, track goals, and reflect on your training. It’s the foundation of how we develop consistent, resilient athletes.
🥗 Nutrition & Strength Training Support
Get direct guidance from top-10 ranked Bellator/PFL fighter and certified nutritionist Aaron Jeffery. Athletes follow a comprehensive, BJJ-specific strength & conditioning plan tailored to in-season and off-season cycles — plus custom meal plans to fuel performance.
🥋 Custom Competition Gear
As part of the program, athletes receive exclusive Grappling Garden competition gear and training apparel to represent the team in style.
Mike Malott, Coaches Andre, Danny, Chris and Kru Alin after his UFC 289 victory
Mike Malott after his UFC Fight Night victory in Edmonton
Mike G, masters athlete, at the 2023 Toronto IBJJF Open
What We Expect
The Grappling Garden Competition Team is built on discipline, accountability, and a deep commitment to growth. This is a high-performance environment — and every athlete is expected to rise to the standard.
🗓️ Practice Attendance & Training Commitment
At the start of each season, you’ll create a personalized training calendar in collaboration with your coach.
Adults & Teens: Minimum 6 practices per week
Masters Division (30+): Minimum 4 practices per week
🥇 Tournament Participation
Athletes are expected to compete at least once per month during the season. Regular competition is a key part of skill development, feedback integration, and long-term growth.
📓 Mental Performance Journaling
All athletes are required to complete daily journaling — both for training and competition. This practice is a cornerstone of our program and drives clarity, focus, and continuous improvement.
🌱 Live the Core Values
Every member of our team is expected to consistently uphold our core values of Growth, Gratitude, Accountability & Connection.
Program Details
We offer two structured training seasons for athletes based on their experience level and competition goals. Each season includes full access to coaching, mental performance journaling, and competition-specific training — plus custom Grappling Garden uniforms and gear.
📆 Long Season: September 2025 – March 2026
Recommended for:
Experienced competitors with at least one full competitive season.
Investment:
$499 + HST
Includes uniform package and performance journal.
Monthly payment plans available.
📆 Short Season: September 2025 – December 2025
Recommended for:
Newer athletes or those just entering the Grappling Garden competition program.
Investment:
$299 + HST
Includes uniform package and performance journal.
Monthly payment plans available.
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