Come join us for the Impact Ruck & Roll event in support of the mission of the We Defy Foundation! We Defy provides combat veterans coping with military connected disabilities a long term means to overcome their challenges through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
It costs $2500 on average to fund a single veteran scholarship. This includes gym fees as well as uniform costs. Jiu Jitsu has been shown to be an effective altrenative therapy for veterans suffering from PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression. Through the process of training Jiu Jitsu, veterans have a mechanism to reconnect to society, join a welcoming and familiar community, and ultimately better cope with their military-connected disabilities.
This is no longer just a collaboration…
This is a full-scale community effort.
Team Vaghi Northern Region + Gracie Jiu Jitsu Appleton + Gnosis Combat Sports
All coming together in Oshkosh to support the We Defy Foundation — empowering combat veterans through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
5.30.26
EVENT SCHEDULE:
• 10:00 – 11:00 AM → Ruck (move with purpose)
• 11:00 AM → Seminar w/ Kent Maichle
Jiu Jitsu for Self Defense — dealing with attackers in hoodies
• 12:00 PM → Seminar w/ Ben Sheaffer
• 1:00 PM → Seminar w/ Bill Krieg
• 2:00 – 4:00 PM → ROLL-A-THON
- First Hour: Gi
- Second Hour: No Gi
DETAILS:
• $20 Admission
• ALL proceeds go directly to the We Defy Foundation
• Open mat. Open community. Open opportunity to make a difference.
This is what Jiu Jitsu is about.
Not just techniques…
Not just competition…
But using what we train for something bigger than ourselves.
Show up. Train hard. Support those who served.
Oshkosh.
Ruck & Roll.
Be part of it.