Coach Josh Guerra Competing at Fight 2 Win Phoenix

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The Refuge BJJ community has a big night coming up. Our own Coach Josh Guerra will be competing at Fight 2 Win 313 in Phoenix on Saturday, May 2.

Coach Josh will be stepping onto the stage to compete for the Masters Heavyweight Title against Jose Munoz. This is an exciting opportunity to support one of our leaders, instructors, and competitors as he represents Refuge BJJ on a major stage.

Event Details

  • Event: Fight 2 Win 313 Phoenix
  • Match: Josh Guerra vs Jose Munoz
  • Date: Saturday, May 2
  • Time: 4:00 PM
  • Location: Hyatt Regency Phoenix
  • Address: 122 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Support Coach Josh

Coach Josh brings a high level of dedication, discipline, and leadership to the mats at Refuge BJJ every day. Now we have the opportunity to show up and support him as he competes in front of the Phoenix Jiu-Jitsu community.

If you are able to attend, we would love to see the Refuge team there, representing and cheering him on.

Tickets

Tickets are available online at F2WTIX.com. When purchasing, be sure to select Josh Guerra so your ticket supports Coach Josh directly.

Get Tickets Here

Let’s Represent Refuge

This is a special event for Coach Josh and the entire Refuge BJJ team. Let’s come together, show our support, and represent Refuge with pride.

We hope to see everyone there!

Refuge BJJ Competing at the IBJJF Indianapolis International Open – Stream Link

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The North Valley is heading to the Midwest! This Saturday, March 7th, Professor Joshua Guerra and Christian Wence are representing Refuge BJJ at the 2026 Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship.

We are incredibly proud of the work these athletes have put in on the mats. Now it’s time to show the BJJ community what Refuge is all about!

How to Watch Live

You can catch all the action live from your phone or computer. The IBJJF streams every mat on their official YouTube channel. The event is running across 7 competition mats, and each mat has its own livestream. Once brackets and mat assignments are posted, you can follow the correct mat stream to watch the matches live.

WATCH THE LIVE STREAM HERE

 

Note on Time Zones: Indianapolis is on Eastern Time (EST). If you are watching from Phoenix, the matches will start 2 hours earlier than the times listed below.

Refuge BJJ Schedule (Saturday, March 7th)

Athlete Division Estimated Time (EST)
Joshua Dominic Guerra Black Belt / Master 1 / Super-Heavy (222.00lb) 09:44 AM
Christian Wence Blue Belt / Master 2 / Heavy (208.00lb) Rd 1 RESULT: WIN, Submission
Rd 2: Next 2:55pm – Mat 7 (Currently 15 minutes behind schedule)

*Tournament schedules are dynamic. We recommend tuning in at least 30 minutes before the listed fight times to ensure you don’t miss a second of the action!

Let’s Go Refuge!

Drop a comment on our social media or in the YouTube live chat to show your support. Let’s bring some gold back to Phoenix!

Refuge BJJ - Kids Night Out Valentines Day 2026

Valentine’s Day Parents Night Out at Refuge BJJ

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Looking for a fun and safe way to enjoy Valentine’s Day while your kids have an amazing night of their own? Refuge BJJ is hosting a Parents Night Out on Saturday, February 14th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, giving parents the perfect opportunity to enjoy a night out while kids stay active and entertained.

A Fun and Safe Night for Kids

During Parents Night Out, kids will enjoy a structured evening at Refuge BJJ that includes supervised activities, games, and plenty of movement in a positive and supportive environment. Our experienced staff will be on-site the entire time to ensure your child is safe, engaged, and having fun.

This event is open to kids of all experience levels, whether they already train with us or are new to Refuge BJJ.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, February 14
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Refuge BJJ
Cost: $60 per child

Enjoy Your Valentine’s Night Out

While your kids are having fun at Refuge, you can enjoy a stress-free Valentine’s Day dinner, date night, or evening out knowing your child is in great hands.

Spots are limited, so we recommend reserving your child’s place early. If you have any questions or would like to sign up, please contact Refuge BJJ directly. We look forward to hosting your kids and helping you enjoy a great Valentine’s Day.

refuge bjj holiday schedule

Upcoming Holiday Schedule & Special Events (2025)

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Refuge BJJ Academy – Upcoming Holiday Schedule & Special Events (2025)

As we move into the holiday season, we want to help all students and families plan ahead for upcoming closures and schedule adjustments. Please review the following changes to ensure you don’t miss training opportunities during this busy time of year.

Our team will continue updating this schedule if additional events are added.

🦃 Thanksgiving Schedule

Thursday, November 27 – Friday, November 28

The academy will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving.

Saturday, November 29

  • No Fundamentals
  • Open Mat at 11 AM for Youth and Teen/Adult

🎄 Christmas Schedule

Wednesday, December 24 – Thursday, December 25

The academy will be CLOSED for Christmas.

Friday, December 26

  • Open Mat at 10 AM for Youth and Teen/Adult
  • No other classes

Saturday, December 27

  • No Fundamentals
  • Open Mat at 11 AM for Youth and Teen/Adult

🎆 New Year’s Schedule

Wednesday, December 31 – Thursday, January 1

The academy will be CLOSED for New Year’s.

Friday, January 2

  • Open Mat at 10 AM for Youth and Teen/Adult
  • No other classes

Saturday, January 3

  • No Fundamentals
  • Open Mat at 11 AM for Youth and Teen/Adult
  • Teen & Adult Ladies: Cross-training at South Mountain BJJ at 10 AM. Details below.

🙏 Thank You, Refuge Family

We appreciate your flexibility during the holiday season and hope you enjoy quality time with your loved ones. We look forward to seeing you on the mats as we close out 2025 strong!

If you have any questions about the schedule, feel free to reach out to our staff — we’re always here to help.