Everything is bigger in Texas: Women's Jiu Jitsu Conference

Houston, TX, USA

GG
Grappling Getaways
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45 reviews
Feb 28 - Mar 2, 2025
Group size: 1 - 300
Everything is bigger in Texas: Women's Jiu Jitsu Conference
Houston, TX, USA

Grappling Getaways
  • Email address verified
45 reviews

Feb 28 - Mar 2, 2025
Group size: 1 - 300

About this trip

Welcome to the 1st Women’s Jiu Jitsu Conference ever.  As women, we are consistently breaking down ceilings and busting through barriers, and this weekend is no different.  The amount of empowerment, knowledge, skill acquisition, connections, memories and laughs will be a challenge to measure.  This event is so special, because it seeks to authentically reach all women who train Jiu jitsu in some way, shape or form.   

Some of the best female instructors in the world will be brought in to teach Jiu Jitsu, lead workshops, motivate and inspire you, participate in pro-training sessions and network alongside you on the mats.   

The morning portion will be Jiu Jitsu focused with seminar and training sessions, followed by a 2 hour break.  The afternoon portion will be dedicated to the workshop topics.  Each camper’s registration will include a conference notebook.  Campers will have personal access to the instructors of all workshops.  


The event is being hosted at the following Sports Campus in BAYTOWN, TEXAS. 

Renzo Gracie Mont Belvieu

6333 FM 3180 Road STE C, Baytown, TX 77523


Our goal is an INTIMATE feel even though the number of women present will be extraordinary.  

Instructors

Instructors will be announced weekly. 


Instructors: 

Elizabeth Mitrovic has been announced as the No Gi

instructor


Nathiely De Jesus has been announced as the Gi Seminar Instructor.  


Workshop Sessions, Pro-training & Drilling: Additional names will be revealed weekly. 

April Parks 

Katie Hooven 

Nicole Matthews

Lauren Murphy 

Kim Blake 

Workshops

You will be able to register for 4 workshops via a link sent out The first week in Feb.

Workshop Topics:

How to Grow Your Women’s Program/Membership Retention


Competition Mindset/Mindset for Progress


Growing Your Social Media/Brand/Marketing


Managing Jiu Jitsu with Life (How to find Balance) 


BJJ Over 40, the challenges and how to best mitigate them


Faith Based Workshop,  Jiu Jitsu & Jesus 


Youth Jiu Jitsu  - The evolution.  How to support/facilitate 


UFC as a career, what it entails


How to create a safe training space, and identify one that’s not

Refunds

We practice a strict non-refund of deposits.  Please DO NOT register unless you know you are able to attend.  In the event that an unforeseen events occurs and you are no longer able to attend, you may transfer your camp to someone else as long as we are notified of the transfer NO LATER than Feb. 1st.  After Feb. 1st, there are no refunds nor transfers.  Regardless of the reason, if you email us at this time, we will simply respond with this post.  TY

DEPOSITS ARE ENTIRELY NON-REFUNDABLE 

AFTER Dec. 30th - 75% above deposit can be refunded 

AFTER Jan. 15th  - 50% above deposit can be refunded

AFTER Jan 25th - 25% above deposit can be refunded 

AFTER Feb. 1st - No REFUNDS 

Airport & Accommodations

Suggested Airport : William Hobby Airport (HOU) 


Suggested Stays: 

Days Inn by Wyndham Baytown East (3.23 Miles from event) 

Red Roof Inn Baytown (3.5 Miles from event) 

Staybridge Suites Houston East-Baytown (7.86 Miles from event) 

Springhill Suites Houston Baytown (7.68 Miles from event) 

Hilton Garden Inn Houston Baytown (7.91 Miles from event) 

Frequent Q&A

Is this Conference for all skill levels?

Yes, from white to black you will find the Conference of benefit.  From workshop topics to training sessions there will be something for everyone.  


What are the Pro-Training Sessions?

Feedback from various camps has revealed that higher belt levels and competitors shy away from camps because they miss out on their usual intense training, ladies don’t roll enough, or that they paid to learn from instructors that they don’t actually get to roll with. The instructors will be leading this intense section and are being paid to roll with you. You will not be able to leave the camp and say you did not get enough rolling.  Simultaneously, the second mat area will be running a more casual Open mat, where people can roll, drill, mingle or what have you.  Both mats are available for you to sit and take notes.


What are the ages allowed to come to the conference?

 Participants must be at least 13 years old. The conference includes a youth-led workshop and a session on longevity in BJJ for practitioners over 40. We welcome attendees of all ages, including women in their 60s and beyond. 


Will there be merchandise I can buy, or services at camp?

Yes, we have multiple vendors and services on site.


If I don’t know anyone going should I still join?

Yes! All the more reason! Grappling Getaways is known for making connections to people who become life long friends and supporters. We foster such a warm and welcoming environment, that you will feel right at home from day 1. We strongly encourage you to read our reviews to see that they back this claim.

What if I can only stay part of the camp?

You can stay as long or as little as you like.  Participate in as much or as little as you like.  There are no options for 1 or 2 days, the camp prices stay the same regardless of how much you can partake 


What is one of the best reasons I should come to this conference

This conference is an investment in yourself, on all levels.  This is continuing education, professional development, networking, personal fulfillment, community, belonging and a lot of laughs all bundled up into a weekend that will become a core memory in your Jiu Jitsu Journey. 

What’s included

  • World Class Instruction
  • Expert Workshop Sessions
  • Gift Bag
  • Event Party
    DJ/ Light Refreshments/Games
  • Workshop Notebook

What’s not included

  • Flights
  • Hotel
  • Food
  • Transportation
  • Rashguard

Available Packages

GG Women’s Conference
Deposit:$225

World Class Instruction

Guest Speakers

Expert Led Worshops 

Jiu Jitsu Workbook

Small Gift Bag

Event Party/Planning 

Videography/Photography

$399
Deposit:$225

Available options

Camp Rashguard
$65

Official Conference Rashguard.

Itinerary

Meet & Greet
GG Conference - Friday Evening

Ladies, from all over the world, will collect on the mats together to participate in the first ever women’s Jiu Jitsu Conference. Day 1 will be meet & greet, with shared mission statement, followed by an icebreaker of speed dating, and an open mat.  The evening will be a glow in the dark open mat totaling 3 hours.  You can stay for as little or as long as you like.  We strongly suggest you make new friends, can’t with the instructors and browse our vendor booths.  

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GG
Grappling Getaways
45 reviews
Grappling/Brazilian Jiu Jitsu travel business committed to bringing people high level instruction and invaluable memories/experiences through traveling the world! Everywhere we go, we make new family and friends.

Reviews

My first grappling getaway, I felt like I was at a weekend away with my best girlfriends! The attention to detail that April & Katie put into this event was just astounding! Fun activities, planned outings, and stellar jui jitsu instruction, all set in an absolutely perfectly chosen getaway house, we had everything we needed and plenty of space to spread out. I can’t speak more highly of this entire experience- these ladies put on a top notch weekend I can’t wait to come back again!!!! LOVED THIS ADVENTURE ❤️❤️
By Jackie B for Wizarding World of Harry Potter on Oct 30, 2024
MM
This was my third trip with Grappling Getaways and they never fail to impress me. It was awesome to get together with like minded women to train, play, laugh and bond with. April and Katie provide excellent training as well as bringing in additional high end BBJ trainers. They are super creative with their themed getaways and attentive to people's needs. Grappling Getaways are never the same thing twice but always a fantastic vacation.
By Melinda M for Wizarding World of Harry Potter on Oct 30, 2024
Thank you so much! This trip exceeded my expectations! I was in awe the entire time :) A great group of strong women coming together for their love of grappling, Harry Potter, and all things spooky! Everything was planned out so perfectly and I honestly keep looking back at pictures and telling all my female grappling friends that they have to book their trips for the next one now! :) THANK YOU INFINITELY FROM MY HEART! :)
By Leslie B for Wizarding World of Harry Potter on Oct 30, 2024
This was my 3rd camp & I loved it! These camps are so unique & special, every experience is different, you meet so many incredible athletes & April & Katie pay attention to all of the details! The instructional time is intimate & focused & the fun time is so FUN! Highly recommend!
By luciana a for Wizarding World of Harry Potter on Oct 30, 2024
This grappling getaway was a magical blend of top-notch Jiu Jitsu instruction and Harry Potter-themed activities. April and Katie were fantastic hosts, making everyone feel welcome with excellent teaching, training, and fun team-building activities like a scavenger hunt in Salem. The event fostered a supportive community of women in Jiu Jitsu from various backgrounds, and I made lasting friendships. I can't wait for future events! Highly recommended for a fun and memorable experience!
By Michelle M for Wizarding World of Harry Potter on Oct 30, 2024
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This was my first getaway and it won’t be my last. This trip, these people and this experience was something my soul needed. I made lifelong friends, learned some killer techniques while vacationing in paradise. I got solid life advice for things I’m struggling w in my own business. Seeing such strong, powerful women be so down to earth and welcoming and loving just makes feel so grateful I made the trip….. next trip will be Mexico. See you soon Coaches!!!!
By Amanda M on 17 Apr, 2022
Highly recommend!! I've attended 3 amazing Grappling Getaway camps so far (and plan on attending many more) and each time is unique and awesome! April and Katie are exceptional women who truly love what they do! I appreciate so much the time and effort they take to connect with female struggles both on and off the mats, makes these camps unmatchable. Their attention to every detail, coupled with their incredible ability to just go with the flow, makes being in their presence an authentic jiu jitsu experience. They create such a welcoming, fun, and empowering experience, where friendships are seeded and your jiu jitsu grows! If you're wanting to feel empowered by strong women with great attitudes and open minds, you should DEFINITELY get to a Grappling Getaway ASAP!
By Sierra H on 11 Apr, 2022
April, and the other instructors with Grappling Getaways are THE BEST. Top notch human beings who are amazing at jiu jitsu and amazing at teaching. I’ve been to 3 Grappling Getaways events, and each has been so much fun, so inviting, encouraging, and appropriately challenging for what was advertised. I’ve met so many incredible female leaders and role models through Grappling Getaways. HIGHLY recommended :)
By Aimee P on 15 Nov, 2021