March 26 and 27, 2026
Join the FLEOA 111 Project in the Holy City for our 2-day Jiu-Jitsu for Law Enforcement Seminar. No experience is necessary.
We will introduce law enforcement officers to jiu-jitsu training in a fun, informative, and interactive environment, aimed at promoting and propagating the martial art among all law enforcement agencies. In this immersive and physical two-day training, students will learn about the importance of the martial art and a variety of jiu-jitsu techniques to enable officers to achieve and maintain a dominant position while controlling subjects in a manner that is safe, lawful, and in accordance with use-of-force policies.
No jiu-jitsu experience is necessary
– T. McDaniel
Details
Date: The training will be on March 26 and 27, 2026 (travel days: 25 and 28). The training will be from 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Please do not schedule flights before 7 PM on March 27.
Who May Attend: Any full-time sworn law enforcement officer in the United States and Territories, including federal law enforcement officers, state and municipal police officers, and community supervision officers (probation and parole). Students are required to verify their law enforcement status at the time of registration.
Location: Chango Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 2139 N Main St, Suite N, Summerville, SC 29486
Cost: $100. This fee is non-refundable unless the training is cancelled or rescheduled. All tuition fees benefit the FLEOA 111 Project, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit.
– A. Traylor
Registration
Registration is simple. Click the “REGISTER NOW” button to visit our storefront at Mad Rooster Industries and follow the instructions.
Accomodations
Transportation: Students are responsible for all travel expenses and arrangements, including travel to and from the Charleston International Airport and to/from the training venue. Avoid booking flights that depart before 7 p.m. on the last day of training to ensure you have ample time to arrive at the airport following the training day.
Lodging: Charleston-area traffic is often congested, so we recommend booking your room from I-26 at the 199 Exit. For a list of hotels, click here:
Limited spots are available. Registration will close on January 31, 2026, or once we have reached capacity.
Attire/Equipment
For those unfamiliar with no-gi jiu-jitsu, not physical tactics, athletic attire (sweatpants, warm-ups, shorts, t-shirts, compression shorts/shirts, etc.) is strongly preferred. Please refer to the following guidance on appropriate attire during the seminar: Event Attire Guide
– D. Trapasso
Hosted by our friends at Chango Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Summerville, South Carolina, where “jiu-jitsu is for everyone.”
FAQs
I have never done jiu-jitsu. Can I still attend?
You can and should attend. Our goal is to propagate jiu-jitsu training among law enforcement and, while viable self-defense techniques will be taught, we think the camaraderie and fellowship of the training will be more impactful to inspire students to continue training. So, yes, brand-new students are absolutely welcome.
What will students learn?
Students will learn jiu-jitsu techniques in full accordance with use-of-force policies, applicable case law, and best practices for law enforcement officers. The techniques will supplement nearly all current physical tactics lesson plans.
Is this just another physical tactics, arrest, and control training?
No. Our goal is to teach law enforcement officers techniques to achieve positional dominance during a physical altercation, even if they find themselves in a compromised position. This jiu-jitsu seminar is carefully crafted to immerse students in the martial art by teaching foundational jiu-jitsu techniques that enhance officer survivability, promote camaraderie and fellowship, and provide opportunities to network with like-minded individuals. Why? Because the FLEOA 111 Project wants law enforcement officers to begin, continue, and share their jiu-jitsu journey so officers can apply their acquired knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physics to solve a broad range of problems.
I already train jiu-jitsu, will I benefit from this seminar?
Of course! As a tenured practitioner, you understand that seminars vary. Sometimes you may learn a lot of new techniques, sometimes you learn different ways of executing familiar techniques, and sometimes you learn nothing; but in ALL seminars, you meet new people and help reinforce the importance of training.
What is jiu-jitsu and why is it important?
Jiu-jitsu is a practical, self-defense martial art that focuses on avoiding conflict, preventing a fight from going to the ground, and winning a ground fight by subduing the attacker. While that sounds dangerous, jiu-jitsu teaches practitioners self-control, respect, body awareness, and the ability to remain calm during uncomfortable physical altercations. Jiu-jitsu also offers wellness benefits, including improved confidence, a sense of community and belonging, enhanced physical and mental health, and a lifelong learning experience.
Why is jiu-jitsu necessary for law enforcement?
Studies show that law enforcement officers who lack training in joint/body manipulation and leverage will resort to other tools that could be ineffective, unsafe, or an excessive force response. Law enforcement agencies that provide jiu-jitsu training report a significant reduction in injured officers during physical engagements and use-of-force incidents overall.
Will I receive training credit or Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) credit for in-service training?
Every agency is different, so it’s impossible to be certain. However, after the training, students will receive a certificate by email confirming their completion of the training to provide to their agency’s training officials to receive any applicable credit.
What do I wear?
In short, sandals and gym clothes with full coverage of the upper arm, belly, chest, and thighs. For more information and examples, check out our Seminar Attire and Equipment Guide.
– J. Varney
Who are the instructors?
Brian and Felecia Bowers will lead the instruction.
Brian is a retired federal agent and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. He is the professor of The Hangout Jiu-Jitsu Club and a coach at the Franklin Jiu-Jitsu Club. He is the lead instructor for the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) 111 Project and a former academy instructor.
Felecia Bowers is an instructor at The Hangout Jiu-Jitsu Club and leads a women’s-only jiu-jitsu program at the Franklin Jiu-Jitsu Club. Felecia is the district lead safety instructor in the Southern District of Indiana and an adjunct academy instructor. She is the U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Agency President for the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association and the Vice President of the FLEOA 111 Project.
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