The weekend will begin with Friday night jiu-jitsu and wrestling training followed by a welcome dinner at Social Corner in Yaletown with all of our guests and athletes, who will be fresh off their ADCC Worlds matches the weekend prior! Train through the day on Saturday and Sunday, followed by a night on the town on Saturday and a beach party and farewell dinner at Local in Kitsilano on Sunday. See the camp itinerary here. Please note the social events are optional.

The welcome dinner will be hosted at Social Corner in Yaletown, where you can enjoy Italian and Spanish tapas, plus gelato and craft cocktails. The farewell dinner will be hosted at Local in Kitsilano, a relaxed sports bar by the beach serving creative pub food and brunch with a wide variety of craft beer on tap.

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Lucas Barbosa

Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa is a World and Pan American Champion, European Open and Asian IBJJF Champion and a two-time ADCC Worlds medalist.

Born in Boa Vista, Brazil, Lucas took up Brazilian jiu-jitsu at the age of 15, and has risen to the top of the sport under the tutelage of Diego Lopes, Cristiano Carioca, and André Galvão. He earned his black belt under professor Fabiano Rodrigues.

In September 2023, Barbosa competed in the IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Con International and won gold medals in both the heavyweight and absolute gi divisions. He competed in the no gi edition of the event later that day, winning a silver medal at heavyweight and a bronze medal in the absolute division.

Lucas Barbosa is one of the most accomplished jiu jitsu athletes of his generation. Train with Lucas and Jason Lara of Mat Sense this August at Kuzushi Grappling.

Follow Lucas here: @lucasbarbosajj

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Jason Lara

Jason Lara of Mat Sense is the head wrestling coach at Atos NW. He has trained three Freestyle World wrestling teams and helped his students achieve two World wrestling medals. Lara has been coach to multiple Division 1 All-Americans.

Born and raised in Huntington Beach, California, Jason wrestled Division 1 at U of Michigan and Oregon State.

Now based in Oregon where he coaches alongside Lucas Barbosa, Jason travels the world with Mat Sense wrestling teaching international seminars.

Train with Jason Lara and Lucas Barbosa this August at Kuzushi Grappling.

Follow Jason here: @matsensewrestling

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Ben Dyson

Ben Dyson is an ADCC 2019 European Trials Champion and was ranked 13th in the world in the 88kg weight class by Flograppling.

He has competed at ADCC Worlds against Craig Jones, at Polaris against Nicky Rod, and at IBJJF against Roberto Jiminez, among many other notable bouts. He has won many IBJJF titles and is sponsored by Scramble.

Ben is the head coach and owner of Kuzushi Grappling in Vancouver, BC. He is BJJ Black Belt under Roy Dean.

Train with Ben, Tim Welch, and Mindset Mike this June at our Mindset for BJJ seminar in Rome, Italy. Reserve your spot here.

Follow Ben here: @dysonbjj

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What are Based Fight Camp events all about?

We host multi-day events in travel destinations with small class sizes to guarantee you the most authentic and valuable experience possible with lots of one-on-one our expert coaches, in the gym and at our social events, which are on the house. These experiences are curated by Rose Athena with an eye for maximizing your training progress, relaxation, and pure enjoyment of the social connections fostered through a dedicated jiu-jitsu practise.

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How is the price calculated?

The costs that are considered when we set pricing include our coaches rates, airfare, and accommodations, the cost for transport services which vary by event, the costs for dinners and parties (these also vary by event), and our yearly marketing costs.

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What are the accommodations?

In Vancouver, we have partnered with The Delta by Marriott, which is walking distance from Kuzushi.

Optional Upgrade: Book your 3-night hotel stay with us in a premium room at the 4-star Delta hotel mere blocks from the gym and the beach! Breakfast is complimentary at the hotel. (+$1100)

Hotel amenities:

• 1 King or 2 Queen beds
• Sofa bed
• Shower/tub combination
• Lighted makeup mirror
• Hair dryer
• Sofa
• Chair, oversized
• Safe, in room
• Desk, writing/work, with ergonomic chair, and electrical outlet
• Iron and ironing board
• Room service
• Bottled water, complimentary
• Coffee/tea maker
• Instant hot water
• Mini fridge
• High-speed internet, complimentary
• Largest 55in/140cm flatscreen
• Cable/satellite
• International cable/satellite
• Air-conditioned
• Windows, floor-to-ceiling

The Delta by Marriott offers us a special discount. Guests are welcome to choose their own accommodations. We recommend that you book your accommodations at that hotel or nearby.

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What are the training facilities like?

Kuzushi Grappling is a 1,500 sq ft facility located in the heart of downtown, Vancouver, within a 10 minute drive to the waterfront. The head coach at Kuzushi Grappling is Ben Dyson, a British BJJ black belt under Roy Dean.

Gracie Barra is a 2,300 sq ft second-floor facility with showers and a beautiful sunset view located in the Ejidal district of Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, within a 10 minute drive to the beach. The Gracie Barra Playa gym is host to a coaching staff representing decades of competitive jiu jitsu history and professional expertise. The head coach at Gracie Barra is Thomas Fisher, an American hailing from Philadelphia who is fluent in both English and Spanish. Thomas and our driver Malaco will serve as your local guides. If you have any questions about the local customs, best restaurants, exchange rates, etc. Thomas and Malaco are friendly, knowledgeable, and accessible.

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What is not included in the price?

You are responsible for your flights and your transportation from the airport to the hotel. Standard taxi fares are listed here. For the higher priced events, we provide transportation for excursions, and the welcome and farewell dinners. We recommend budgeting $50 to $100/day for food and other daily items - though in many cases you will find it will be possible for you to be quite comfortable spending even less!

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How much experience do I need?

While the level of instruction will be high given the pedigree of our coaches, newcomers to jiu jitsu are welcome! The curriculum is designed to push you to your physical and mental limits, and our coaches are true professionals who can gauge where that limit is for you personally.

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Can I bring my kids or spouse?

Our camps are all-ages! Families are very welcome. We can provide group discounts. Email rose@basedfightcamp.com with the details of your party and she will make sure you can get your whole group together and save. If you’re bringing a friend or a spouse who doesn’t want to train, but you’d like to have them join the group for dinners, parties, and excursions, we can accommodate that too! Add a plus one to your ticket for $295!

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Can I get a refund if I need to cancel?

Registration is refundable up to 60 days prior to event start, however some administration fees amounting to 10% of the original charge will be withheld. In the case of a top-down government enforced travel restriction, Based Fight Camp will either apply the payment to a future event, or issue a return, regardless of time frame to event start, withholding only the 10% administration fee. The choice between these two options will be at your discretion.

Nestled between the majestic Pacific Ocean and the rolling, lush peaks of the North Shore mountains, Vancouver stands as a breathtaking gem on Canada's western coast. Its skyline, characterized by sleek, modern skyscrapers, has earned it the moniker "city of glass." This nickname reflects not only the city's impressive architecture but also its vibrant energy and forward-thinking spirit. Vancouver's glass-clad towers reflect the azure hues of the ocean and the emerald greens of the surrounding forests, creating a harmonious blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. With its stunning waterfront views, thriving cultural scene, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, Vancouver serves as the perfect location for a BJJ weekend getaway!

Friday, August 23

Venue
Kuzushi Grappling

Dinner Venue
Social Corner

18:00 - Evening BJJ with Lucas Barbosa

19:00 - Wrestling with Jason Lara

21:00 - Welcome dinner at Social Corner

Saturday, August 24

Venue
Kuzushi Grappling

Party Venues
Yaletown and Gastown

10:00 - Yoga with Rose

10:30 - BJJ with Lucas Barbosa

11:30 - Wrestling with Jason Lara

12:30 - Rolling

19:30 - Night on the town

Sunday, August 25

Venue
Kuzushi Grappling

Beach Party
Kits Beach

10:00 - Yoga with Rose

10:30 - BJJ with Lucas Barbosa

11:30 - Wrestling with Jason Lara

12:30 - Rolling

15:00 - Beach party

18:00 - Farewell dinner at Local