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Combat Sambo and Traditional Budo
Self-Defense
Goshin-jutsu is the study of practical Self-defense. It is the functional application of Judo’s core mechanics—leverage, balance, and timing—applied to real-world encounters
Boxing
Evergreen boxing skills that blend perfectly with our self-defense program: ensuring students can deliver powerful strikes, standing joint-locks and efficient takedowns that remain effective under the pressure of a real-world encounter.
Combat Sambo
Characterized by fluid movement; this style prioritizes ultra fast transitions. Utilizing sophisticated gripping strategies and continuous motion to overwhelm opponents during the critical moment between a strike, throw and submission. Fill in the missing pieces: you'll learn how use everything you've learned and and blend it seamlessly with expanded strikes and ne-waza (Jiu-Jitsu)
Judo/Sambo Based Concepts
Shu Ha Ri—Our ranking structure follows a traditional three-stage evolution: students first master the fundamentals through rigid imitation (Shu), then experiment with tactical variations (Ha), and finally transcend basic patterns to forge their own unique combat identity (Ri).
Spiral Teaching Method—This method treats skill growth as an ascending spiral, where practitioners revisit the same foundational lessons with higher complexity as they advance to refine them with deeper technical and tactical insights.
Ju yoku go wo seisu—the principle that flexibility overcomes hardness. By mastering breakfalls and gripping around your opponent's power, you transform a fall into a transition and an opponent’s strength into an opening.
"Greg Really is the man. With how complex everything is he makes it seem so simple"
Ethan M
“Thank you coach, it’s improvements and sessions like this that keep my head above water during tough times, thank you for being in my corner”
Caleb P
"Coach, I'm still using the stuff you taught me at the MMA/Wrestling club. It's crazy, it's all like cheat code stuff! I'm super glad to hear you're working with pros again, it's a great use of your knowledge"
Nick B
"Amazing experience. Every class I feel I have a better understanding of the art....great for all ages...a perfect atmosphere to learn and grow"
Nick U
"It's a welcoming place that is made for ANYONE!" Regardless if you're new to the sport or not there's amazing people to help you improve every single training session"
Gus E
"The past six months of training with Greg has totally transformed and dramatically improved my life"
John M
"You and Jiu-Jitsu had such a positive effect in my life; like for instance helping me get into medical school"
Anthony S
"My first Jiu-Jitsu, Sambo, MMA experience was at your class. Thank you for cultivating such a positive culture on the mat that allowed me to feel comfortable sticking with the martial arts."
Jake, BJJ Brown Belt
"Just wanted to say how happy I am to get back to training... Looking forward to more future lessons!"
Felix D
"I think how much better Nick and I have gotten in just two years is amazing, falls on coaching doing a hell of a job!"
Gino P
"I travel to CT to train for a reason: I couldn't speak any higher of Greg Swanson."
Mike G
"I wanted to say thanks for all the work we've been doing, really appreciate it, love this sport more and more as I learn new skills and get better"
Nick P
"I really want to let you know how much I appreciate and respect you, for everything you did: you kept me solid during a hard time"
Joe P, undefeated Pro MMA Fighter
"I miss training with you!"
Pat W- UFC Pro and IBJJF World Champion
"Super knowledgeable instruction from a coach with decades of experience across multiple disciplines"
Paul G, BJJ Black Belt
SEMINARS AND CAMPS
"I've been training for five years, but I've never seen any of the leg locks you showed me; I've been using all of them...a lot!"
John J
"I still use everything I learned from you"
Brian V
"Sambo camp was absolutely one of the most fun and grueling things I've ever done!"
Eric L, Sub-X Grappling Champion
"We were at the Sambo camp, thank you, we had a GREAT TIME! It was exactly what we hoped for"
Jason P and Eric M, BJJ Black Belts
"Thanks for letting me live on your mats for a week, no joke it was an amazing experience"
Ken D- BJJ Black Belt Owner Glacier Combat Arts
"Some of my favorite memories and times were on the mat with you. Really changed the way I trained and understood things. I can't thank you enough"
Matt K, Aiki-Jujutsu Black Belt
"I've always had an affinity for leglocks, and I'm actually known in the BJJ community for my Leglocks and throws....but DAMN! Some of the stuff you showed was brand new to me and I will definitely add it to my game."
Gary A, Black Belt IBJJF Pan Am Gold Medalist.
"I was at your NOHO Sambo seminar (seems I've caught a bit of a Sambo bug!) and I've been interested in learning more ever since!"
Suzanne G, Brown Belt, Pan Am Gold Medalist
"Awesome Leg Lock camp..OSS!"
Edwin F, Pan Am Gold Medalist
"Best seminar I've ever been to"
Pat S
"I will personally vouch for Greg's system till I die, crazy high percentage"
Bladden B, BJJ Black Belt
PROFESSIONAL ENDORSEMENTS
"One of the most educated grapplers and OG's, and that includes [...] Sambo"
Vlad Koulikov
"I have one regret, which is not training with you more!"
Jermaine N, President, Liberia National MMA Association
"Coach, I love all that old school shit you teach!"
John "Doomsday" Howard, 13X UFC Veteran
"Greg is a wonderful instructor who is patient, encouraging and positive...I highly recommend him"
Janine G, Former International Judo Competitor
"Greg Swanson has a lot to share and teach. Go train with Greg and you won't be disappointed!"
Thomas D. - Former Marine and Police Officer. EVP, Fortune 500 Presidential and Executive Protection
"Greg is a friend on mine, he knows his stuff; you'll learn a lot from him"
Gregg Humphreys, 5th degree Judo Black Belt, Coach
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