# Battle Born BJJ And MMA > High Point, United States ## Overview **Name:** Battle Born BJJ And MMA **Description:** Battle Born Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts is a premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, and MMA gym in High Point, North Carolina. Founded and led by Kelly Anundson, a former Wrestling Coach at American Top Team and Bellator MMA competitor with an impressive 11-3 career record, Battle Born has established itself as a top training facility for martial artists of all levels. The gym trains men, women, and children across all disciplines of Mixed Martial Arts, Jiu Jitsu, and Kickboxing, with programs designed to meet each member's skill level and help them attain or exceed their personal fitness and competitive goals. The training philosophy at Battle Born emphasizes building a supportive family atmosphere where members encourage one another toward their personal best. The gym's motto "Training Body and Mind" reflects their holistic approach to martial arts training, focusing not just on physical techniques but also mental discipline and personal growth. The facility offers a comprehensive range of programs including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (both Gi and No-Gi), Muay Thai, Kickboxing, MMA, and specialized kids programs for different age groups. Battle Born is staffed by an exceptional team of qualified instructors with extensive competition and coaching experience. Head coach Kelly Anundson is a Golden Glove boxing champion, two-time collegiate All American in wrestling, and two-time Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Champion who also appeared as a cast member on The Ultimate Fighter. His wife Wendy Anundson is a Black Belt in BJJ and bronze medalist at IBJJF No Gi Worlds, with an accomplished MMA career including multiple championship titles. The coaching roster also includes high-level competitors and experienced instructors across all disciplines, ensuring world-class instruction for students at every level from beginners to professional fighters. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 3798 Samet Dr, High Point, NC 27265 High Point, NV 27265, United States **Phone:** (775) 338-8878 **Email:** Battlebornbjjandmma@gmail.com **Website:** https://battlebornbjjandmma.com/ **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlebornbjjandmma/?hl=en - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlebornbjjandmma/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@battlebornbjjandmma5036/videos ## Pricing ## Facilities & Amenities Kickboxing ## Instructors ### Kelly Anundson - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Former Wrestling Coach at American Top Team, Bellator MMA competitor (11-3 career record), and Cast Member for The Ultimate Fighter. Kelly is a Golden Glove boxing champion, two-time collegiate All American in wrestling, two-time Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Champion. ### Billy Elliott - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA Corner Coach, and Competition Team Coach. Has organized charity events such as Tap Cancer Out. ### Brandon Mixter - Purple **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** High level Purple Belt competitor and exceptional teacher specializing in fundamentals and kids programs. ### Danica Zenhye - Blue **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** High level Blue Belt competitor with 11 years of BJJ experience (started at age 8). Instructing kids Jiu-Jitsu classes for 7 years. IBJJF gold medalist with multiple tournament victories. ### Daniel White - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 3rd degree Black Belt in Isshin-Ryu Karate. 29 years of training and teaching martial arts. ### David Pearson - Purple **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt under Kelly Anundson. 7-0 record in grappling super-fights, over 50 tournament wins with 75% submission rate. New Breed Double Champion and NAGA Double Champion (Gi/No-Gi). ### Forrest Carrow **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** 2nd degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. Training in Muay Thai and Boxing for 5 years, coaching for 3 years. Amateur Muay Thai record (7-1), MMA fighter (2-3). ### Hayley Lowry **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Training in Kickboxing and Muay Thai for over 5 years. NASM certified personal trainer and MMA conditioning specialist (2020). Amateur Muay Thai record (2-1). ### Jessica Slavit - Purple **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Life long athlete with 6 years of experience training strength and conditioning, MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and Kickboxing. 4 stripe Purple Belt competitor in BJJ, MMA fighter (7-3). ### Julian Nieto **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** High level up-and-coming amateur MMA fighter with MMA record (7-3) and Kickboxing record (3-1). Multiple championship titles across different organizations. ### Kevin Schroder - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** 20 years of Martial Arts experience. 2nd degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, Brown Belt in BJJ, 16 years of Kickboxing experience, 2X Amateur MMA Champion, Professional MMA fighter, and 10 years coaching experience. ### Wendy Anundson - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA competitor. Bronze medalist for IBJJF No Gi Worlds at Brown Belt. Pro MMA record (2-2) and AMMA record (11-3). --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/nevada/high-point/battle-born-bjj-and-mma)