Chewjitsu Open

08/18/2026

The first Battle of Boots and Badges is in the books - a tournament that was FREE and EXCLUSIVELY for military, law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, dispatchers, and corrections officers!

Thank you to Ohio Dept Of Public Safety Ohio Department of Veterans Services and Ohio Department of Behavioral Health for putting this event together and giving us the honor of running it, and to Rocky Boots for sponsoring the event!

Congrats to all of the individuals and teams who came out for this first-of-its-kind tournament! Check out the upcoming Nick Albin (Chewjitsu) Opens:

Frankenmuth, Michigan - Nov 7
Gatlinburg, Tennessee - Nov 14

08/18/2026

08/10/2026

🔥 What a weekend at the Chewjitsu Open Frankenmuth 2024! 🔥

The competition was nothing short of incredible, with top-tier athletes bringing their A-game in every match. The energy was through the roof as the crowd witnessed some jaw-dropping submissions and relentless battles. 💥

A huge shoutout to all the fierce competitors who made it an unforgettable event—your grit and determination were truly inspiring! And of course, a special congratulations to the champions who took home the gold 🏆 in the Absolute No-Gi division.

08/10/2026

More moments from the mats! 💪

Reliving the energy, grit, and camaraderie from the Battle of Boots and Badges from this past weekend. So proud of our military, veterans, and first responders who brought their absolute best.

Swipe through for more highlights from an unforgettable day! 📸👇

08/09/2026

The best crew in the business 💪💪💪

08/08/2026

What a great day!

08/08/2026

We’re remembering and honoring the fallen at the Battle of Boots and Badges today! These men and women made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country and community.

This event is FREE to Competitors and Spectators at Ohio State University’s Tom W. Davis gymnasium. Opening ceremony starts at 10:30 am and matches begin at 11!

08/07/2026

Battle of Boots and Badges is here! We’re honored to partner with the Ohio Dept Of Public Safety Ohio Department of Veterans Services and Ohio Department of Behavioral Health to host a FREE tournament for military, law enforcement, firefighters, corrections, dispatchers, and EMTs! It’s a first-of-its-kind event in the industry!

Thank you to sponsor Rocky Boots and to PROVE THEM WRONG for supporting this event!

07/31/2026

Congrats to these champions for earning their way into the absolute division and taking home the top prize! Each champion took home $350 cash courtesy of 1st Optimal | Functional Medicine + Health Coaching.

Also congrats to Jason Powell and Gracie Barra Washington MO for taking home Top Overall and Top Youth Teams!

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