October 14-16, 2026

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WHY YOU SHOULD COME?

Dear Esteemed Instructors, I am thrilled to extend an invitation to join me for a transformative Mastermind summit tailored exclusively for you. Assembled with meticulous care and dedication, this summit promises an enriching exploration into the fundamental pillars of takedowns and their intricate mechanics, equipping you with indispensable insights into their execution and safe implementation. Drawing from a rich tapestry of wrestling, judo, and grappling principles, my curated curriculum transcends traditional boundaries to embrace the cutting-edge techniques essential for thriving in modern jiu-jitsu. We will delve into the essence of these disciplines, fostering a dynamic environment of collaborative learning and unparalleled growth. Secure your place amidst esteemed peers and luminaries in the realm of martial arts, and embark on a journey that promises to elevate your expertise to new heights.

Studio 540 in Solana Beach

WHAT YOU WILL LEAVE WITH?

By attending this summit, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from world-renowned double black belt, Justin Flores, alongside other esteemed instructors and renowned guests. Through collaborative learning and practical demonstrations, you’ll refine your skills, expand your repertoire of techniques, and deepen your expertise in martial arts. Moreover, you’ll network with peers, fostering connections that can further enrich your journey as a jiu-jitsu instructor. Ultimately, this summit promises to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to elevate your teaching and practice to new heights.

AFTER YOU LEAVE

Welcome, former colleagues, to the Mastermind Summit! As we embark on this journey together, we’re thrilled to lay the groundwork for our future affiliate program. With a focus on testing and core curriculum, our mission revolves around mastering takedowns and their safe application in teaching students of all levels. Let’s unite our expertise to enrich the art of Jiu Jitsu and empower practitioners worldwide.

What You'll Learn

Performance Gameplay

This seminar will focus on isolating key takedown positions and enhancing them through game-play-based learning. By incorporating these innovative drills and tactics into warm-ups and regular practice. Participants will sharpen their efficiency and movement precision. With clear objectives and compartmentalized areas of focus, you'll rapidly develop new skills and improve your ability to dominate key positions.

Nage-Komi (Throws)

Develop confidence and skill in controlling clinch situations through drills that build balance and proficiency. Explore essential wrestling and Judo techniques like osoto-gari, back-trip ashiwaza, o-goshi, and other effective throws. This segment emphasizes the importance of repetition and refinement to elevate your ability to execute powerful takedowns from standing positions.

Short Offense

Master the art of close-range combat by learning hand fighting, shrugs, slide-bys, snap-downs, and front headlocks. This section will teach you how to control the mat, disrupt opponents' balance, and seize opportunities with precision. Gain versatile offensive and defensive tools to maintain efficiency in this critical area of combat.

Chained Sequences

Build confidence in offensive and defensive stand-up scenarios while seamlessly transitioning into submissions, guard passes, and sweeps. Learn foundational Judo principles, including throws and ground techniques, and integrate them into fluid movements for consistent success. With insights from over 35 years of Judo expertise, this training will help you layer transitions into effective and efficient positive outcomes.

Questions and Answers

Engage in an open Q&A session designed to foster deeper understanding and address specific challenges. Participants will have the opportunity to clarify concepts, gain tailored advice, and explore advanced insights. This interactive format encourages active participation and ensures a dynamic learning experience for all attendees.

LOCATION: Studio 540 in Solana Beach, CA

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SCHEDULE

Day 1 - October 14

SESSION I – 9AM

  • Introductions
  • Breakfall (ukemi) the art of being a good partner.
  • Movement flow drills (tai sabaki). Finding harmony so drilling and learning become injury free.
  • Performance Gameplay. Basic task based modules focused on concepts that lead to positive outcomes in a playful manner.
  • Assess instructors on execution and explanation.

– Catered lunch between sessions at 12PM –

SESSION II – 1:15PM

Develop confidence and skill in controlling clinch situations through drills that build balance and proficiency. Explore essential wrestling and Judo techniques. This segment emphasizes the importance of repetition and refinement to elevate your ability to execute powerful takedowns from standing positions and be able to re-teach them.

  • Osoto-gari – Major Outer Reap
  • Ashiwaza – Foot Sweeps
  • O-goshi – Hip Throw
  • Uchimata – Inner Thigh Throw

Dinner – 6-9PM

Dinner at Ranch 45 with live entertainment from renowned stand-up comedian and combat sports insider Adam Hunter.

Day 2 - October 15

SESSION I – 9:30AM

Master the art of close-range combat by learning hand fighting, shrugs, slide-bys, snap downs, and front headlocks. This section will teach you how to control the mat, disrupt opponents’ balance, and seize opportunities with precision. Gain versatile offensive and defensive tools to maintain efficiency in this critical area of combat.

  • Zone I, II and III. Tigh-ups, positions, down blocking.
  • Assess instructors on execution and explanation.

– Catered lunch between sessions at 12PM –

SESSION II – 1:15PM

Build confidence in offensive and defensive stand-up scenarios while seamlessly transitioning into submissions, guard passes, and sweeps. Learn foundational Judo principles, including throws and ground techniques, and integrate them into fluid movements for consistent success. This will help you layer transitions into effective and efficient positive outcomes.

Dinner – 6-9PM

Dinner at The Remy with an exclusive presentation by Davor Vasiljevic – a U.S. National Team physiotherapist and physical therapist, black belt in Judo, and purple belt in Jiu-Jitsu. He’ll break down key strategies for preventing injuries, with a focus on takedowns and throws.

Day 3 - October 16

SESSION – 1:15PM
Engage in an open Q&A session designed to foster deeper understanding and address specific challenges. Participants will have the opportunity to clarify concepts, gain tailored advice, and explore advanced insights. This interactive format encourages active participation and ensures a dynamic learning experience for all attendees.

RATES FOR INSTRUCTOR SUMMIT (LIMITED TO 30)

Bring a training partner for $2000. Whether it’s a fellow instructor or a gym owner and coach combo, you can bring a teammate at a reduced rate.

PRICE: $3,500

  • Participation in 3-Day JFLO Summit
  • Annual membership to JFLO Academy Website
  • Food catered between sessions
  • Dinner included on Friday & Saturday

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TESTIMONIALS

Ronda Rousey

Olympic Bronze Medalist (JUDO)
8x MMA World Champion (UFC & Strikeforce)
WWE Superstar
I can’t say enough about Justin Flores. When first starting judo I remember watching him fight and for the first time thinking it looked like dancing. The effortlessness of his movements was something I so badly wanted to grasp. I could see he understood something I didn’t, and basically wanted to fight him as much as possible hoping with every time he slammed…

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Keenan Cornielus

Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
I’ve been teaching grappling for a long time and no one has shown me just how much more there is to learn than Justin Flores, the man is a cornucopia of technique and strategic knowledge. Anyone with the means should take advantage of the opportunity to learn from one of America’s greatest coaches.

Jason Herzog

MMA Referee
Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
As with many high-level coaches, Justin brings a wealth of competition and teaching experience. A major advantage in Justin’s system is how effectively intertwined his system is with multiple grappling disciplines. With Justin you have the advantage learning of high-level Judo and wrestling fundamentals that all feed your submission techniques. Whether your background is wrestling, Judo, or Jiu-Jitsu the benefit of having someone who has applied and thought athletes at the very highest level in multiple disciplines streamline techniques is simply put, a cheat-code to your advancement…

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2020NE USA OLYMPIC JUDO COACH

3X UFC CHAMPION COACH

JUDO & JIU-JITSU BLACK BELT

NCAA DIVISION WRESTLER

Justin Flores

Justin is world-renowned for his coaching, as a combat athlete Justin was a World team member, competed in over 30 countries and became the 2004 Olympic alternate for Team USA. After retiring from competitions, Justin gained global recognition as one of the best grappling coaches out there. Justin was instrumental in the development of multiple MMA champions including Ronda Rousey, who he trained and cornered during her UFC championship run. Justin also trains and coaches Cat Zingano, Dominick Cruz, Paddy Pimblett, Liz Carmouche, Angela Hill and many more.

Justin has led the USA Judo team in coaching duties all over the world and was named head coach of the 2017-2021 world teams as well as Olympic Team Coach in 2021.

Justin also coaches numerous Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champions as well as up and coming middle school, high school and college wrestling athletes whom have become champions at every level.

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