08/14/2026
Over twenty years. One name that still means something on the mat.
The Machado Method Summit has shaped a generation of grapplers since 2004.
Not with hype. With three days of real work, done right.
People plan their whole year around this weekend.
This October is the one in front of you.
The mats are limited and early bird closes August 31.
Waiting is how people end up watching it from their phone again.
Get in before the price moves: https://summit.machadomethod.com
Tag the training partner who needs to be there with you.
08/14/2026
Royce Gracie is teaching at the Summit.
Not appearing. Not signing. Teaching.
Saturday October 10, a two hour Gi session on MMA self defense.
The man who won UFC 1, 2 and 4, teaching the material that made it possible, in a hotel ballroom in Carrollton, Texas.
He is on the same Saturday as Professor Jeff Glover on deep half guard and Professor Brandon McCaghren on triangles. Saturday is the heaviest day of the weekend and it closes with the ranking ceremony.
The full weekend is $199.99 until August 31. On September 1 it becomes $299.99.
Train smart. Stay humble.
Register before the 31st and the whole weekend costs less than one day will in September:
https://summit.machadomethod.com
08/14/2026
🌊 The Great Lakes Open is Calling! 🥋
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Great Lakes Open Judo Championships, part of the American Judo developmental tournament series.
📅 Date: October 24, 2026
📍 Location: Legacy Center Sports Complex
🏫 Address: 9299 Goble Drive, Brighton, MI 48116
Challenge yourself, test your skills, and gain valuable competition experience alongside judoka from across the region.
Registration is now open. We'll see you in Brighton!
07/28/2026
MATCHA & MARTIAL ARTS - Had a great time at the Matcha & Martial Arts! Thank you to Brandon of the Chicago Matcha Club on the Northside, Charles Southern, Shihan of the Seigokan Aikido Yoshinkan Dojo, Coach Ken Kates of the Beverly Pagoda Judo Club, & Ken Kates Sr, Shihan of the Beverly Pagoda Ryu Pagodakan Dojo & Ken Kates II, Shihan & President of the Pagoda Mid-West United Martial Arts Association for another great seminar ! 🤗
08/13/2026