ADVANCED TRAINING DIVISION

SQUAD ZERO Submission Fighting

AFFILIATION

PEDIGO SUBMISSION FIGHTING

Official branch of the legendary Daisy Fresh lineage from Mt. Vernon, IL. Built on an ironclad work ethic, relentless training schedules, elite technique, and zero ego.

THE PILLARS

01 / Leverage & Grit

Maximizing body mechanics to defeat size and raw power. We embrace the "mats-as-home" mentality, out-drilling opponents to break physical disadvantages through sheer volume and sharp technique.

02 / Heavy Pressure

Systematic, exhausting top-game weight distribution designed to collapse modern guards, eliminate movement options, and completely break down an opponent's physical and mental will to fight.

03 / Relentless Finish

Hunting clean, precise submissions at all times. A standard forged by world champions who prioritize high-percentage attacks over passive guard-retention or point-stalling.

COMPETITION TEAM

SQUAD ZERO READY

Championship Mindset

We systematically prepare athletes for local, regional, and national tournament circuits. While stepping onto the competition mats is strictly optional, our rigorous fight-camp style environment ensures every team member's technical precision and tactical execution remain razor-sharp.

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IBJJF / AGL Tracked: Elite blueprint preparation spanning modern Gi sweeps and submission-only No-Gi strategies.

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Fight Simulation Days: High-intensity pacing matches, shark tanks, and rule-set specific situational sparring.

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Weight Management: Structured nutritional guidance and healthy, performance-focused weight tracking protocols.

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Corner Coaching Support: Dedicated, experienced active-competitor coaching staff analyzing tape and managing mat-side strategies.

Academy Code of Conduct

MAT ETIQUETTE

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Check the Ego at the Door We are teammates working together to build world-class skills, not street combatants looking for gym victories. Prioritize your training partner's health and longevity. Tap early, tap often, and live to drill another day.

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Absolute Pristine Hygiene Uncompromised cleanliness keeps our room operational. Wash your Gi, rashguards, and training gear immediately after every session. Never step onto the training canvas with bare feet from the restrooms—footwear is strictly required off-mat.

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Mutual Respect & Focus When the coaches are breaking down details or demonstrating technical pathways, give the center mat your undivided attention. Eliminate side conversations, keep a highly focused posture, and actively help lower ranks progress safely.

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Spatial Awareness & Spatial Control Stay aware of your surroundings during live sparring rounds. If your roll gets too close to an adjacent pair or the edge of the mat border, the lower ranks must instantly stop, reset safely in open space, and continue their technical work.

Official Expansion Room

BEARDSTOWN DIVISION

SISTER ACADEMY NETWORK

Beardstown Karate Club & Fitness

Spearheaded by veteran martial artist Coach Ernie Bolen, this premier facility has officially expanded its curriculum to integrate our full Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu framework. By joining forces, both academies operate under a unified combat strategy, allowing students from both rooms to seamlessly share mat access, technique chains, and tournament preparation pipelines.

PROGRAM CAPABILITIES

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Integrated Jiu-Jitsu: Deploying our official submission systems, specialized guard passing chains, and heavy top-pressure positions straight to the Beardstown mats.
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Striking & Kickboxing: High-intensity Cardio Kickboxing sessions built alongside functional stand-up strike mechanics using focus mitts and heavy Thai pads.
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Combative Self-Defense: Traditional Shito-Ryu / Shudo Kan structures combined with modern weapon counter mechanics, knife defense, and situational awareness protocols.
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Unified Roster Training: Cross-mats membership utility. Students can train at both locations to maximize weekly volume and study under multiple elite coaching archetypes.

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Mat Status: Active Training

UPCOMING EVENTS

Community Defense Track

Free Bi-Weekly Community Self-Defense Clinics

🗓️ 1st and 3rd Saturday of Every Month

⏰ Dynamic Pacing: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

FIRST-DAY MAT ESSENTIALS

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Athletic Attire: Comfortable, clean workout gear free of open pockets, zippers, or sharp metal buttons.
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Hydration Strategy: Arrive well-hydrated and bring a refillable water bottle or sports drink.
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Footwear Protocol: Clean flip-flops or slides are strictly mandatory whenever you step off the training mats.
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Hygiene Prep: Ensure fingernails and toenails are trimmed short and smooth for safety.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Q: Do I need to be in shape to start?

A: Absolutely not. Combat sports conditioning is highly unique and can only truly be built on the mats. You will naturally develop stamina, core strength, and flexibility step-by-step by pacing yourself through class drills.

Q: Am I too old to begin training?

A: Never. Our mat roster includes working professionals, parents, and hobbyists across widely varying age brackets. Because BJJ relies on dynamic leverage over raw athleticism, our technical concepts scale perfectly to your personal mobility level.

Q: Is this gym only for hardcore competitors?

A: No. While the Pedigo Submission Fighting / Daisy Fresh lineage is famous worldwide for producing elite champions, our local academy is built for everyone. Hobbyists looking for self-defense, fitness, or a great community receive the exact same high-level instruction as our active tournament fighters. Zero ego is our absolute rule.

Q: What is the difference between Gi and No-Gi?

A: Gi training utilizes the traditional heavy cotton uniform, allowing you to grip the jacket and pants to control and submit your partner. No-Gi training is done in modern athletic rashguards and shorts, focusing on body wrappers, underhooks, and faster pacing due to the lack of friction. We highly recommend cross-training in both systems.

Q: Will I get hurt training Jiu-Jitsu?

A: Safety is our primary metric. All classes are tightly supervised, and structural drilling is performed with controlled resistance. Partners look out for one another, and you are taught how and when to "tap out" immediately to neutralize any pressure or submission hold safely before any risk of injury occurs.

SQUAD ZERO Submission Fighting

Schedule

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