Wellness, Relaxation and Recovery Camp with a splash of Jiu Jitsu.
Grappling Getaways offers the best Womens' Jiu Jitsu Camps on the planet. Grappling Getaways teams up with Amanda Mackey Wellness to bring you our first Wellness, Relaxation and Recovery Camp. Our camp will be dedicated to the complete rejuvenation of jiu jitsu athletes' minds, bodies and spirits. Our goal is for you to leave feeling completely renewed and ready to conquer your future with confidence and ease.
Our accommodations lakeside in Northern Pennsylvania will inspire weary minds and over-trained bodies to seek refuge in nature. Each camper will have access to various resources throughout the camp to assist with achieving maximal wellness. This camp is limited to 12 campers to ensure a peaceful, collaborative and personalized experience.
Wellness, Relaxation and Recovery Camp with a splash of Jiu Jitsu.
Grappling Getaways offers the best Womens' Jiu Jitsu Camps on the planet. Grappling Getaways teams up with Amanda Mackey Wellness to bring you our first Wellness, Relaxation and Recovery Camp. Our camp will be dedicated to the complete rejuvenation of jiu jitsu athletes' minds, bodies and spirits. Our goal is for you to leave feeling completely renewed and ready to conquer your future with confidence and ease.
Our accommodations lakeside in Northern Pennsylvania will inspire weary minds and over-trained bodies to seek refuge in nature. Each camper will have access to various resources throughout the camp to assist with achieving maximal wellness. This camp is limited to 12 campers to ensure a peaceful, collaborative and personalized experience.
What to expect:
How will this camp be different from other jiu jitsu camps?
This camp will be student-centered and led. Instead of the instructors sharing their seminar content, students will have 3 days to pick the brain of 2 of the top female Jiu Jitsu Competitors in the world from mindset, to competition prep, training advice or otherwise. Each session will field questions from the students, 4 students per session will be able to troubleshoot with the instructors. For example, perhaps a student asks, "I feel like my guard retention isn't what it should be for a blue belt. What kinds of things, or drills can I be doing to address my deficit?" This is such a UNIQUE opportunity for athletes to get individualized instruction for their personal games/style.
Accommodations, Food, Travel
Accommodations are as shown in the pictures. You have access to the entire house and all amenities for the duration of our stay. We thoroughly encourage campers to take full advantage of enjoying every detail and feature. Please note that there are various sleeping arrangement options, ranging from your own room, your own bed, as well as a discount for bringing your own cot/mattress. You should carefully review the additions when registering and add the arrangement you require. If you do not reserve a single bed you should plan to share a bed with another camper. Reserving your own bed does NOT ensure the size of the bed. You may end up with a twin or a single, or a queen/king....whatever is available.
Closest Airport(s): Newark & Philadelphia
Blakeslee, PA
Philadelphia - 1.85 Hrs
Syracuse, NY - 2.5 Hrs
NYC - 2 Hrs
Boston - 5 hrs
Food: (Light Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks)
Food provided will cater to carnivores, vegetarians and vegans. Gluten-Free options will be available. If you feel we will be unable to accommodate your personal dietary needs, please bring your own food. We don't enjoy hangry campers, lol. *** PLEASE NOTE THAT we will be going out for lunch Sunday afternoon, this is not included in camp.
April Parks
Founder | Head coach | BJJ Camp Mastermind
Mom of four, BJJ black belt and a head Jiu Jitsu Women instructor at Vien JiuJitsu in Syracuse, NY. April is a world champion on all belts and the one that makes our Jiu Jitsu and travel camps possible. Her endless effort guarantees each camp to be a success and makes it a special and unique experience for those seeking bjj travel.
Svenja Juffernbruch
Founding member | Instructor | Web design | Foriegn Brand Ambassador
Svenja is a BJJ black belt from Switzerland and IBJJF European champion. +During our camps she shows how to tie up people with their own lapel and cooks a delicious breakfast after.
Katie Hooven
Instructor | Graphic design | Administrative Staff
Katie is a brown belt under Garry Tonon. With a detailed and thorough approach in her instruction, she will teach you both upper and lower body submissions that are practical and effective. On the mats or off, where Katie goes, fun follows.
Julie Manasse
Founding member | Instructor
Julie has been with us since day one, always a smile on her face Julie shows her BJJ skills and breaks it down so everyone can follow her techniques. Currently a brown belt Julie is a Pan American NoGi champion amongst many other accomplishments.
Itzel Bazua Aguilar
International Instructor
Itzel is Mexico's 1st Female Black Belt, Leader of Zenith Mexico and IBJJF Referee.
Itzel is an accomplished jiu jitsu athlete, coach and referee. She is an advocate for women and children and has been instrumental in the evolution of jiu jitsu in her country for women.
Elisabeth Clay
Guest Instructor | Brand Ambassador | Arizona
Elisabeth is one of the most accomplished female grapplers on the current jiu jitsu scene. She is an ADCC Trials medalist, World Champion at all belts, Pan Gi and NoGi Champion.
Elisabeth is a guest instructor who joins us whenever she has the chance
Fatima Kline
Guest Instructor | Brand Ambassador | New York
Fatima began training BJJ at age 10, since then martial arts has become her life as she fights professionally in both MMA & BJJ. Fatima shares that BJJ/MMA has saved her life, and now she seeks to share it with others. She is an ADCC Trials medalist, Medusa 115lb Champion, 145 Sub on the Shores Champion, 1-0 Pro MMA Fighter & currently ranked as FloGrappling's #7 135lb Female
Trinity Pun
Guest Instructor | New York
Trinity started to compete against adults at the age of 12, dominating the blue belt divisions. By purple belt, she was asked to compete at high level shows such as Finishers Subonly. She would move on to win Sub on The Shore at age 14. Since then, she has competed on such stages as Medusa and Emerald City Invitational. She is currently 17 competing at the highest levels, willing to face the best anywhere, and always leaving it all on the mats.
Katie Egan
Guest Instructor | Brand Ambassador | Washington
Katie is a brown belt training out of the Seattle, WA area at Foster Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, a One Jiu Jitsu affiliate as both an athlete and an assistant coach. She has notable wins on the largest stages including Nogi Worlds, Nogi and Gi Pans, Master Worlds, Europeans, American Nationals and F2W. In addition to competing and coaching she is also a referee for numerous organizations including IBJJF, F2W, and Grappling Industries. She also runs the Women Who Roll website, social medias, and soon to be podcast.
Jackie Avelar
Guest Instructor | Brand Ambassador | Texas
2nd Degree Black Belt
Jackie trains with her husband, and 4 children, at their family-owned academy, Ground Dwellers in Spring, TX. Jackie began training at the age of 38. Since then, Jiu-Jitsu has become her hobby, sport, business and life! Jackie has managed to both compete and train through various setbacks including multiple knees injuries and surgeries. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with other women to both empower and inspire.
Jackie founded the women's program at her academy where she serves as an instructor and mentor.
Amanda Mackey
Yoga Instructor | Blue Belt | New York
Amanda has a passion for yoga and sharing this knowledge. She is a blue belt and has combined her love for Jiu Jitsu and Yoga with applied Yoga Anatomy and Muscle Activation, also known as AYAMA. This yoga is great for athletes and she looks forward to bringing this along with her joyful personality to the Grappling Getaway's Family. She runs a studio in Troy, NY and teaches both seminars and classes internationally as she continues to grow her business Yogafruit.
Blakeslee, PA
Blakeslee, Pennsylvania, is a charming village located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. Known for its scenic beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities, Blakeslee offers a peaceful retreat with activities such as hiking, fishing, and skiing. The area is home to several lakes, lush forests, and nearby attractions like the Pocono Raceway and Jack Frost Big Boulder Ski Resort. With its friendly community and natural charm, Blakeslee is an ideal destination for those seeking relaxation and adventure in a picturesque mountain setting.
Arrival Day - Friday
Arrive Meet & Greet
Campers will arrive, get settled, and enjoy an evening dinner.
Icebreakers and introductions.
Expectations and Camp Norms.
Evening Fire.
Saturday Day 2
Leaf Peeping & Hiking
Morning quiet hours, followed by guided mediation.
Breakfast.
Morning Yoga activation and jiu jitsu.
Depart for hiking and leaf peeping.
End day with paint and sip.
Day 3 - Sunday
Group Outing / Craft
Morning quiet time followed by morning yoga flow.
Breakfast.
A.M. Jiu Jitsu.
Downtime for water activities, massages, etc.
Group outing followed by lunch and Group Craft.
Constellation readings in P.M.
Day 4 Monday
Farewells and Departures
Final Group sessions, yoga and breakfast.
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