Experience everything Chicago MMA has to offer — no commitment required.
Unlimited classes — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing & MMA (80+ classes/week)
Full S&C room access — strength & conditioning facility included
Both locations — Lincoln Park & South Loop
7 full days — plenty of time to find your favorite class and coach
New students only. One trial per person. No credit card required to book.
Current Affiliates
Guardian Jiu-Jitsu
Guardian Jiu-Jitsu is the premier martial arts academy in the greater Holland, MI area, offering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for kids and adults, kickboxing, and women's martial arts programs. Their 3,700 sq ft facility serves a growing community of students committed to self-improvement through martial arts.
Membership Pricing
Simple, Transparent Pricing
One annual membership. Full access to every benefit in the Chicago MMA affiliate network.
Annual Affiliate Membership
Billed annually · Cancel anytime with 30-day notice
Everything Included
- Full curriculum library & seminar recordings
- Professional website design & development support
- Social media marketing strategy & content templates
- Technology procurement guidance & preferred pricing
- Quarterly business reviews & growth strategy sessions
- Equipment & gear vendor discounts
- Instructor development camps & certification programs
- Fighter management & competition booking support
- Branded merchandise co-production access
- Content & media production templates
- Chicago MMA brand association & co-marketing
- Seminar pipeline access — host world-class instructors
Why Affiliate
What You Get
Affiliating with Chicago MMA means more than a logo on your wall. It means access to a full ecosystem of support designed to help your gym grow.
Curriculum & Knowledge Sharing
Access Chicago MMA's full curriculum library, seminar recordings, and instructor development resources. Stay current with evolving techniques across BJJ, Muay Thai, and MMA.
Website Development Support
Get a professionally designed, mobile-optimized website built for your gym — or a full redesign of your existing site. Chicago MMA's team handles design, development, and ongoing updates so you can focus on coaching.
Social Media Marketing
Receive strategic social media support including content planning, graphic templates, caption writing, and campaign guidance. Grow your gym's online presence across Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube with proven frameworks.
Technology Procurement
Get expert guidance and preferred pricing on gym management software, scheduling systems, payment processors, CRM tools, and other technology that powers modern martial arts businesses.
Business Operations Support
Get guidance on gym operations, marketing strategy, class scheduling, and member retention from a team that has built and scaled a multi-location martial arts business.
Fighter Management
Tap into Chicago MMA's competition network. We help affiliate athletes get booked on regional and national promotions, manage their fight careers, and develop as professionals.
Equipment & Gear Pricing
Leverage Chicago MMA's vendor relationships for discounted pricing on mats, gear, uniforms, and training equipment — savings that go directly back into your gym.
Instructor Development
Send your coaches to Chicago MMA for advanced training camps and certification programs. Build a teaching staff that reflects the highest standards in the industry.
Analytics & Growth Strategy
Receive quarterly business reviews covering membership trends, revenue benchmarks, and growth opportunities. Data-driven insights tailored to the martial arts industry.
Content & Media Production
Access professionally produced photo and video content templates, promotional graphics, and branded assets. Elevate your gym's visual identity without hiring an in-house creative team.
Branded Merchandise
Co-brand apparel and merchandise under the Chicago MMA network. Offer your students premium gear with the credibility of an established lineage behind it.
Network & Community
Join a growing network of affiliate gyms across the Midwest and beyond. Cross-promote events, share student resources, and build a community that benefits everyone.
Brand Association
Align your gym with one of Chicago's most respected martial arts brands — rooted in the Ralph Gracie BJJ and Sityodtong Muay Thai lineages with a proven track record.
Seminar Access
Host world-class instructors and guest coaches through Chicago MMA's seminar pipeline. Give your students access to elite-level instruction without the coordination overhead.
Join the Network
Affiliate Application
Fill out the form below to apply. After submitting, you'll be redirected to our secure payment page to complete your $3,000 annual membership fee. Our team will reach out within 2–3 business days to confirm your membership and get you onboarded.
Payment is required to complete your application. You will be redirected to a secure Stripe checkout page after submitting this form. Your card will be charged $3,000 for the annual affiliate membership.