Andrew McDermott is a gym owner, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt, and digital marketer. He’s on a mission to build premier, high-stakes grappling tournaments, world-class academies, and a championship team of high-level athletes.
Expertise
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Gym management
Martial arts
Gym marketing
BJJ curriculum
Martial arts
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How to Start a BJJ Academy: The Complete Operational Playbook for 2026
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