Whether you're up for a run or just down for the rolls, your participation will mean a lot to your team and our community beyond the Full Metal Mats! Participants that really want to give this their all will meet up at the gym and be ready to run at 6pm. What kind of ruck you wear and how heavy you make it is completely up to you! We will be running just a smidge over 1mile in a loop that will bring us back to the gym in time for open mat. Our mats will stay open for hard rounds and hardy laughs until 8pm. Don't forget to tell your friends and family about what we are sweating for this veteran's day! Visit wedefyfoundation.org for more information on this important cause!
Make an Impact With We Defy This Veterans Day
Come join us this Veterans Day for our 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.
Here's how you can help:
Donate: Contribute whatever you can. Every dollar counts!
Spread the Word: Share our fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let’s spread awareness so we can raise more!
Thank you so much for your support! We couldn’t do this without you!