We Defy Foundation
Providing disabled combat veterans a long-term means to overcoming their challenges through Jiu Jitsu
We Defy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of our military disabled service members through the use of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and physical fitness training. Our coaching staff and members are comprised of both military and non-military personnel. We understand how important it is to take care of our returning veterans. We are committed to giving the
Let’s go REORG Charity ⚡️🥋💪
THANK YOU .live for having the WDF Team in Las Vegas for 🇺🇸⭐️
WDF is passionate about and companies and MCON is a national event bringing the veteran business community together 💪
OCT 24 RANGE DAY- Come out early for range day, and spend time with athletes + team for a personal hands-on experience.
OCT 26 Join and on Oct 26 for the Combat Expo where we’ll battle it out with the Air Force Special Warfare Combatives Team.
OCT 27 cap it off with an Open Seminar for all attendees. Check out more info about .live at : https://mcon.live/experience 🔗 See you then Oct 26-27!
THANK YOU — for having our booth at your expo October 5th in Salt Lake City. WDF Community, if you are near SLC stop by and see the incredible work FightCon is doing.
Then come see us at the WDF booth to find out how to get involved with our mission of helping veterans get on the mat with BJJ ⚡️🇺🇸
Don't miss this event !! FUJI BJJ
⏰ Registration Closes in Less Than 2 Weeks at FUJI BJJ Virginia Beach Fall Championship. Seize the Moment and Sign Up Now!
10/05/2024, at 1045 19TH STREET, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23451
To see our full list of events just click here: https://bit.ly/FUJIBJJ-Events
Welcome to the Team!!! TMC Brazuca USA 🇺🇸⚡️
TMC Brazuca USA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is proud to be the newest approved training facility for the We Defy Foundation.
Our main goal has always been to have an academy for anyone and everyone to gather, train hard, and overcome obstacles on and off the mats. Regardless of the type of person, where they come from, religion or politics, here you all can find a ‘home’ and a mission for your journey.
We Defy Foundation reassures our goal, they help disabled combat veterans begin a journey within the Jiu-Jitsu community upon life after the service. They provide one year of paid jiu-jitsu training and two training Gls to get you started! If you or someone you know is interested in pursuing this opportunity, please reach out to us or visit their website! (www.wedefyfoundation.org).
It is an honor to be part of the selected approved academies.
We Defy Foundation
www.tmcbrazucausabjj.com
Thank you to Kicksite who help our Approved Training Facilities get organized with gym software 💪⚡️🇺🇸
Kicksite is proud to announce our partnership with We Defy Foundation! We were excited to serve as the technology sponsor for their annual gala this past weekend, and are eager to help carry out their mission of improving the lives of combat veterans through BJJ training.
In an effort to support the network of affiliate gyms that contribute to this cause, we're offering a 10% discount on monthly software fees to all WDF-approved training facilities.
If you'd like to find out more about Kicksite's time-saving software and take advantage of this offer, schedule a demo! And if you're already a Kicksite customer, contact our sales team to get the discount applied.
We look forward to helping We Defy Foundation AND your academy give back to the community and create a better world for veterans! Book a demo: https://kicksite.com/request-a-demo/
WHAT: Abu Dhabi Jiu Jitsu Pro: Grand Slam by
WHEN: September 28, 2024
WHERE: Dallas. Sign-up here : https://ajptour.com/en/event/1020
WHO: highly encourages We Defy Adaptive Para Jiu Jitsu athletes to sign up and compete. For more information regarding Para Jiu-Jitsu rules and regulations, please visit https://ajptour.com/en/parajiu-jitsu-classes-regulations ⚡️
WHY: AJP is focusing on growing the para Jiu Jitsu community and has offered this discount to our We Defy community. We Defy supports our current and former scholarship athletes competing and encourages more opportunities to do so.
Use code AJPWEDEFY50 to get 50% off your registration.
More from Open Mat at the 2024 Gala Open Mat at 🔥🔥🔥x ⚡️🇺🇸🥋
WOW!! We had such a good time at our 5th Annual WDF Gala at McKinney Cotton Mill ! Open Mat + Photos are now available : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1voKytbBl0lYgSKNsKgMjxfBhF_WJez3w?usp=sharing
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We are blown away by the incredible generosity and hospitality evident at this year's Gala. Thank you to a beautiful community, full of volunteer Ambassadors, who keep taking new ground in our mission to help disabled veterans.
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Thank you again to our generous donors and sponsors for making the Gala possible : Half Face Blades , Kicksite , and PenFed Foundation
Once to you arrive at Parking lot A or B, join us in the Event Hall in the center of the campus! See you at 6PM 🇺🇸⚡️🥋
What you missed from Gala Open Mat at 🇺🇸🥋⚡️x 🔥🔥🔥
3 HOURS AWAY 👗🎩 - Time to spruce up! Our 5th Annual WDF Gala is proudly sponsored by our Scholarship + Community donors: Unishippers, Down to Earth Services, Elbit Systems of America, USA Greco Wrestling, Sentinel Arms and Rocky Mountain Wealth Management.
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Thank you for helping us and for making the 5th Annual WDF Gala a possibility! See you tonight!
Huge thank you to our newest partner, Kicksite for sponsoring the technology at this year's WDF Gala!
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We are dedicated to building software and relationships since Day 1.
At Kicksite we say we’re dedicated to martial arts, and it’s been that way for almost 20 years. Along the way, we’ve formed some great relationships and built a stellar team.
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Kicksite.com
NOON 12PM CST - 🇺🇸 We will officially open our 5th Annual WDF Gala Auction. Even if you can’t attend the event, please consider participating in our auction! 🔗 to register: https://e.givesmart.com/events/Dd0/
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Thank you to our generous donors who make this auction a reality, and for supporting our mission of helping disabled veterans get on the mat with BJJ. See you on SATURDAY!
Don't miss this Sept 14, in KY!!
🚨 Last days to close registration! The FUJI BJJ Kentucky State Championship. It's The Final Countdown.
09/14/2024, at Warren County Parks and Recreation
To see our full list of events just click here: https://bit.ly/FUJIBJJ-Events
Wall of Honor Sponsor - Half Face Blades
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THANK YOU Half Face Blades for sponsoring our Wall of Honor at the Dallas Gala! This Saturday Sept 14!!
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Half Face Blades was founded by Andrew Arrabito, Navy SEAL (ret.), to meet the need for high-quality, “go to” knives and axes – usable, personalized, functional, versatile tools that work for every person in every walk of life.
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www.halffaceblades.com
Thank you PenFed Foundation for sponsoring our Cocktail Hour at the WDF Dallas Gala! 👗🇺🇸🍸
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We are so pleased that our missions align in a way that brings together our communities. PenFed Foundation sponsors this year's Gala in honor of Monica + CSM Jake Brooks.
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Would your business like to sponsor a portion of our Gala? DM us to find out how, and thank you for helping us
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We Defy Dallas Gala September 14th, 2024, for tickets please visit : https://e.givesmart.com/events/Dd0/
We Defy Foundation is excited to announce a partnership with !
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All Approved WDF Training Facilities will now have access to Kicksite’s monthly gym software at a 10% discount. Kicksite will be helping us take our Veteran’s Day + Memorial Day Open Mats to a new level!!
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Thank you Kicksite for your alignment with our mission of helping veterans get on the mat with BJJ, and for getting creative in helping our 881+ approved facilities get online and organized with their gym software.
WDF is excited to announce a partnership with !!
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All Approved WDF Training Facilities will now have access to Kicksite's monthly gym software at a 10% discount. Kicksite will be helping us take our Veteran's Day + Memorial Day Open Mats to a new level!!
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Thank you Kicksite for your alignment with our mission of helping veterans get on the mat with BJJ, and for getting creative in helping our 881+ approved facilities get online and organized with their gym software.
Our WDF Dallas Gala will be underway on 9/14, need weekend plans? Join us for Open Mat!
Friday 9/13
6-8pm
Open Mat at 3 Embers Grappling Academy 🔥🔥🔥
320 Industrial Blvd Ste 206
McKinney, TX 75069
King Kups Food truck will be onsite selling tacos and churros!
Open to all
Saturday 9/14
9-11am
Open Mat at 3 Embers Grappling Academy
320 Industrial Blvd Ste 206
McKinney, TX 75069
Open to all
2024 We Defy Gala
The McKinney Cotton Mill
6-11pm
610 Elm St
McKinney, TX 75069
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