Daimyo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Kickboxing
Nov 1, 2026
Tournament medals, in-house match recaps, new stripes on the mats, and upcoming fall events at Daimyo Academy.
November brings a steady rhythm to our mats as fall training routines settle in and the energy across our classes continues to build. Whether stepping onto the mats before sunrise or testing skills under tournament lights, our team keeps showing up and growing together. Here is a look at our community milestones and upcoming events.
Last month
Honoring Mike Garbo ❤️
October 4th marked the five-year anniversary of the passing of Mike Garbo (EOW 10/04/21). Five years later, his example, lasting impact, and reminder to always "Do the right thing" remain deeply honored, remembered, and missed across our academy.
Women’s Self-Defense Seminar 🥋
We saw a strong turnout for our Women’s Self-Defense Seminar led by IBJJF champion Coach Brenda Soto. The session brought women together to build practical self-defense techniques, awareness, and confidence in an encouraging, supportive setting.
Highlights
Tournament Podiums & In-House Action 🥇🥊
Help us celebrate Grace for earning gold and silver, and Ariana for taking silver and bronze at the Jiu Jitsu World League and Wild West Jiu Jitsu tournaments! Back home on our mats, our in-house tournament showcased incredible matches from students training just a few months up through purple and brown belt brackets, alongside our very first in-house kickboxing super matches.
Rank Progress & Student Spotlights 🔥
Dedication continues to show on the mats. Our Monday women's class celebrated well-deserved new stripes, and our 6 AM crew celebrated stripes awarded to Anthony, Alan, Ricardo, and Anthony. We are also giving a special spotlight to Desire’e, Nicole, and Jolete for their steady growth and commitment to their training.
Around the business
Paragon Arizona End-of-Year Seminar & Promotions 🗓️
On December 12th, the Paragon Arizona family will gather for a joint end-of-year seminar, promotions, and team picture. The seminar runs from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, followed by promotions from 11:30 AM to 12:40 PM and the group photo at 12:40 PM. Please wear an all-black gi. The event is donation-based, with proceeds supporting the Mike Garbo Foundation.
Academy Hoodies & Halloween Festivities 🎃
Thank you to everyone who ordered their team hoodie during our fall presale and joined us for the annual Halloween party and trunk-or-treat, sharing games, costumes, and treats with our academy families.
Coming up
November brings meaningful moments and exciting competition to Daimyo Academy. From honoring our community heroes to showcasing elite martial arts talent right here in Arizona, here is what is on the schedule this season.
Military Family Youth Scholarship 🎖️
In celebration of Veterans, we are offering a three-month scholarship for a Military kid! Supporters who nominate an eligible student get a chance to win two tickets to the next Last Warrior Standing event.*
LWS XIX — Last Warrior Standing 🥋
Nov 14 · with doors opening and matches starting Arizona's Premier Grappling Superfight Event will take place Pima West Proscenium Theater and competitor applications are currently open 1:00–2:00 PM
We look forward to seeing our entire academy family come together to support this great event!
