Collaboration with a Backfist!
Meet Our Collaborators
Elite Sports
855.793.3281 - Los Angeles, CA
High-Performance Combat Sports Brand
Elite Sports is a performance-driven combat sports brand built for fighters who demand more. Designed for athletes in BJJ, MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, and strength training, Elite Sports blends functionality, durability, and sleek design into every product. Whether you're starting out or going pro, their gear is made to elevate your training and keep you fight-ready.
John Hackleman
The Pit Master - Arroyo Grande, CA
Live Clean - Train Hard - Fight Dirty
Founded by John Hackleman in Arroyo Grande, CA, The Pit Martial Arts Online Dojo offers hardcore and effective "Pit Fighting"-style MMA, self-defense, and training for both professionals and everyday individuals.
John Hojlo
Kajukenbo Okayama - Okayama, Japan
Kajukenbo Okayama is Okayama's first Kajukenbo school. They teach a blend of Karate, Judo, Jujutsu, Kenpo, and Chinese Boxing—emphasizing cardio, strength, and practical defense.
Barron Shepherd
Combat Judo - Winter Haven, FL
H2H - Knife - Stick
Developed for military personnel facing modern close-quarters combat, Combat Judo is a streamlined and effective self-defense method. Originating from a blend of judo and boxing with roots in WWI, it was later explicitly named "Combat Judo" to differentiate it from traditional martial arts.
Train with UFC Coach Hackleman—Virtually
Can’t attend in-person classes? No worries.
Join the online Pit community and get elite instruction, personalized progress, and official belt ranking. From your home to the hall of fame.
Durable rash guards for no-gi dominance.
Elite Sports delivers pro-quality BJJ gear, gis, belts, and training apparel straight to your doorstep. Whether you're on the mats or hitting the bag, train like you mean it.
Gear That Trains as Hard as You Do
WC Martial Arts Academy
858.451.5425 - San Diego, CA
Karate and martial arts programs
West Coast Martial Arts Academy 4S Ranch offers martial arts for all ages in the 4S Ranch/Rancho Bernardo area. They teach practical self-defense, fitness, and character, blending Karate, Kajukenbo, Kickboxing, and Catch Submission Wrestling in a supportive environment.
Eric Coleman Photography
510.798.6277 - Austin, TX
Photo | Branding | Design
Austin, TX photographer Eric Coleman captures genuine moments and emotions. Originally from Southern California, his lifelong passion involves building client relationships for authentic experiences in portraits, events, and commercial work, all telling stories through his images.
Backyard Jiu-jitsu
541.910.5745 - La Grande, OR
The School of Ancient Tradition
La Grande, Oregon's Backyard Jujitsu is home to Northeast Oregon Kodenkan Jiu Jitsu, teaching traditional Ju Jitsu arts. It's the PNW headquarters for Team USA's Sports Jujitsu, with Coach Weston Simonis developing a regional team in this traditional MMA sport.
Joseph Bautista
480.737.1104 - Chandler, AZ
MMA for the whole family!
Bautista Kajukenbo MMA in Chandler, Arizona, offers a wide range of martial arts programs, including Kajukenbo, Muay Thai, Boxing, and Escrima, along with fitness training and self-defense for women. They emphasize discipline, fitness, and a strong community.
The Pit Online Dojo—Train Anywhere.
Busy schedule? No Gym? Doesn’t matter
This is real deal training with the UFC coach behind legends. Black belt certification from your garage, basement, or living room.
Dan Tyrrell
Tyrrell Martial Arts - Middletown, CA
Martial arts for both children and adults!
Tyrrell Martial Arts offers programs for all ages, from Mini Ninjas for toddlers to Teen & Adult classes in Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Kickboxing. Their programs focus on self-defense, fitness, and life skills like focus, discipline, and respect. They also offer birthday parties and summer camps.
Kajukembo Ohana Assoc
Hawaiian Self-Defense Arts
The Kajukenbo Ohana Association is dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique Hawaiian martial art of Kajukenbo. Embracing the "ohana" (family) spirit, they share the history, core principles, and lineage of their specific style. They are a valuable resource for people seeking to learn more and potentially locate affiliated schools and certified instructors who uphold their traditions.
Mitch Powell
United Kajukembo Federation
UKF Certified is the official website for the United Kajukenbo Federation. It serves as a central hub for information about the organization, its history, and its approach to Kajukenbo. The website provides details on certified instructors, affiliated schools, events, and the philosophy behind this martial art system.
From White Belt to Warrior—Online.
Ready to level up your game but can’t make it to the gym?
Learn from the man who trained Chuck Liddell. Structured programs. Online belt progression. All killer, no filler.