Mike Mahaffey
Jiu-Jitsu coach and certified Old Bastard™️
The ideal coach for older grapplers.
Mike Mahaffey is a distinguished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) black belt, trained under the esteemed masters Chris Haueter and Matt Linsemier. Based at Magic BJJ in Michigan, he's renowned for his innovative and tailored approach to training, aptly named the "Old Bastard Jiu-Jitsu" system. This unique system is designed specifically to cater to the needs of older grapplers, enabling them to train effectively while significantly reducing the risk of injury.
With decades of experience in social work, Mike brings a level of empathy and understanding to his coaching that is rare to find. His background in working with vulnerable populations has honed his ability to address unique needs and challenges, making him an exceptional mentor for older practitioners.
For mature BJJ enthusiasts seeking a safe, yet challenging training environment, Mike Mahaffey emerges as an ideal choice. His combined expertise in BJJ and social work creates a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, making every training session a rewarding experience.
Mike's background
- 1st-degree black belt under Chris Haueter and Matt Linsemier
- Founder of the "Old Bastard Jiu-Jitsu" system
- Instructor at Magic BJJ in Michigan
- Decades of experience in social work
- Black belt review coach at BJJ Mental Models
In his own words...
Hear Mike speak about his method for coaching older athletes and reducing injury on the world's top Jiu-Jitsu education podcast, BJJ Mental Models.
Real feedback on Mike's coaching:
“Mike Mahaffey reviewed my training footage and diagnosed a long standing problem with how I base while in someone’s closed guard. He provided an easy to understand solution I could implement immediately. I have subsequently employed this small but critical change with good success, and I have shared it with others who will give it a try. I highly recommend any player have him review their rolling footage.”
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