Affiliate Gym Application | Adopt A Cop Bjj

ADOPT A COP BJJ AFFILIATE GYM APPLICATION

Thank you for your interest in becoming an Adopt A Cop BJJ Affiliate Academy.

AACBJJ partners with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies across the country to help eligible law enforcement officers access consistent, high-quality training.

Our affiliate network is built around shared commitment, communication, accountability, and supporting officers who are willing to put in the work.

Submitting this application does not automatically establish an affiliate relationship. AACBJJ will review your application and contact your academy regarding next steps.

SECTION 1 — ACADEMY INFORMATION

Academy Name

Academy Website

Academy Instagram

Street Address

Country/Region

Address

City

Zip / Postal code

Academy Phone Number

SECTION 2 — PRIMARY CONTACT

First name

Last name

Contact Email

Contact Phone Number

Preferred Contact Method

Phone

Text

SECTION 3 — ABOUT YOUR ACADEMY

How long has your academy been operating?

Briefly tell us about your academy.

Tell us about your academy, training environment, coaching philosophy, and community.

Approximately how many active members does your academy currently have?

Approximately how many black belts does your academy currently have?

Does your academy offer both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

Yes

Gi-Only

No-Gi Only

How many adult BJJ classes do you typically offer each week?

SECTION 4 — LAW ENFORCEMENT & FIRST RESPONDER CONNECTION

Does your academy currently have law enforcement officers training with you?

Yes

Unsure

Does your academy currently offer a law enforcement, military, or first responder discount?

Yes

Does anyone on your coaching staff have experience in law enforcement, military service, defensive tactics, or first responder training?

Yes

SECTION 5 — AACBJJ OFFICER SPONSORSHIP

Why is your academy interested in becoming an Adopt A Cop BJJ Affiliate?

Would your academy be willing to support AACBJJ Sponsored Officers?

Yes

I would like more info.

How many AACBJJ officers could your academy reasonably accommodate at one time?

Which sponsorship arrangements would your academy be willing to consider?

Would your academy be willing to offer AACBJJ officers a reduced membership rate when applicable?

Yes

Case-by-Case

What is your normal adult BJJ monthly membership rate?

If offering a reduced rate, what rate could your academy provide to AACBJJ officers?

SECTION 6 — PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS

AACBJJ aims to keep academy participation simple and respectful of the gym's time. Affiliate academies remain independent businesses and retain control over their curriculum, promotions, safety policies, membership rules, and academy operations.

Is your academy willing to reasonably confirm an AACBJJ officer's active membership and attendance when requested?

Yes

Are you willing to notify AACBJJ if a Sponsored Officer stops attending, leaves your academy, or has a significant participation issue?

Yes

Do you understand that all belt promotions remain entirely at the discretion of your academy and instructors?

Yes

Do you understand that AACBJJ does not dictate your academy's curriculum or coaching methods?

Yes

Are you willing to communicate with AACBJJ regarding officer placement, academy capacity, and program concerns?

Yes

SECTION 7 — ACADEMY CAPACITY

What is your current AACBJJ officer capacity?

Accepting Officers

Limited Availability

At Capacity

Not Currently Accepting Officers

What geographic area does your academy primarily serve?

Would you be open to accepting an officer who does not currently train at your academy?

Yes

Case-by-Case

SECTION 8 — AACBJJ AFFILIATE RESOURCES

Would your academy be interested in hosting an AACBJJ seminar, open mat, fundraiser, or community event?

Yes

Maybe

Would you be interested in learning more about becoming an AACBJJ Regional Partner Academy?

Yes

Maybe in the future

SECTION 9 — BRANDING & COMMUNITY

If approved, may AACBJJ list your academy in its online Affiliate Academy Directory?

Yes

If approved, may AACBJJ tag or feature your academy on AACBJJ social media?

Yes

Would your academy be willing to display the AACBJJ Affiliate Academy badge on your website or social media?

Yes

Maybe

SECTION 10 — HOW YOU FOUND AACBJJ

If someone referred you, who can we thank?

SECTION 11 — FINAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Affiliate Application Acknowledgments

I certify that I am authorized to submit this application on behalf of the academy.

I certify that the information provided is accurate.

I understand that submitting an application does not guarantee approval as an AACBJJ Affiliate Academy.

I understand that affiliate approval may require additional verification and a signed Affiliate Academy Agreement.

I understand that the academy remains an independent business and AACBJJ does not control academy operations, instruction, promotions, or safety policies.

I understand that AACBJJ may contact the academy to verify information provided in this application.

I agree to communicate changes in academy ownership, contact information, capacity, or participation status to AACBJJ.

Authorized Representative Full Name

Title / Role

Date

Month

Day

Year

Authorized Representative Signature

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