BJJ in High Point

Battle Born BJJ and MMA

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.