Events

As combat sport enthusiasts, we believe the martial arts community is strongest when it comes together — and creating space for that is something we take seriously at Harlem Free Fight Academy. From seminars and specialty clinics to showcases and live fight cards, we are dedicated to bringing the best of what New York City's martial arts scene has to offer to the heart of Harlem. Whether you're a seasoned competitor, a casual fan, or simply curious about the sport, our events are designed to be welcoming, exciting, and worth showing up for.

Throughout the year, we run a full calendar of seasonal events and fundraisers that reflect the depth and diversity of the martial arts world. This includes two large-scale seminars led by respected names in the combat sports community, a rotating specialty showcase that highlights different disciplines and local talent, and our flagship event: our annual submission grappling showcase. This competition brings together some of the best local and global submission grapplers, wrestlers, and BJJ players to compete on one of the most exciting and celebrated stages in the city. It's more than a tournament — it's a celebration of the sport and the community that surrounds it, and it gets bigger every year.

Beyond competition, our events serve a larger purpose. Each one is an opportunity to raise funds that go directly back into our free youth programming and community clinics, ensuring that everything we do on the event side powers everything we do on the mission side.

For event information, inquiries, or partnership opportunities, please reach out to us at MattG@harlemfreefight.org and follow us on Instagram for the latest updates. Active students can also view our full event calendar on the BJJ Link app..