Team ROC

Team ROC in Fayetteville is built on a philosophy that values both expert instruction and a team-driven atmosphere, aiming to challenge students physically and mentally while fostering personal growth. Founded by Greg Thompson, a fifth-degree black belt under Royce Gracie and creator of the Special Operations Combatives Program (SOCP), the academy draws on decades of experience training everyone from civilian beginners to elite military and law enforcement units. Since the 1990s, Thompson and his team have developed a practical, results-oriented approach that blends Gracie Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals with a deep understanding of real-world self-defense and competition. Classes at Team ROC reflect this balance of tradition and innovation. The adult program starts with Gi-based BJJ fundamentals and expands into no-gi grappling, open mat sessions, and dedicated women’s classes led by Cynthia Ignacio. For those interested in a broader skill set, the schedule includes MMA striking and sparring, taught by experienced coaches including Jason Kwast and Joshua Johns. The academy also pays close attention to youth development, offering kids Gi and No-Gi classes, as well as a competition class to help young athletes build confidence and technical depth. Team ROC’s curriculum is shaped by its history of producing successful competitors and professional fighters, but the daily focus remains on skill-building, safety, and steady progression for all students. Drop-ins are welcome across most programs, and the facility supports a wide range of training goals, from self-defense to sport Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. The academy’s roots in both traditional Gracie lineage and modern combatives are evident in every class, making it a longstanding fixture in the Fayetteville martial arts community.

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