Cesar Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy: Stationed in Pleasant Hills, California, the Cesar Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy focuses on a variety of mixed martial arts skills including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The academy has produced title holders in Nick Diaz, Jake Shields and Gilbert Melendez.

Miletich Fighting Systems: Located in Iowa, Miletich Fighting Systems was started by MMA veteran Pat Miletich. MFS is one of the best mixed martial arts training centers in central United States. Miletich has produced past title holders such as Matt Hughes, Tim Sylvia and Spencer Fisher.

Team Nogueira: Also stationed in Brazil, Team Nogueira is run by the Nogueria brothers. The gym is focused around three aspects of mixed martial arts consisting of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and wrestling.

Team Wand: Located in Las Vegas, Nevada, The Wand Fight Team was found by the former Pride Middleweight Champion Wanderlei Silva in 2009. The camp has evolved into a location of world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling and strength and conditioning.