Winter camp with Stuart Cooper

Winter camps are “by invitation only” — they are only open to those who have already been to Grappler’s Retreat. Get in touch if you’d like to bring a friend who hasn’t been here yet — if there’s space, we may be able to accommodate newcomers (as long as you’re coming with them too).


February 18 - February 21, 2027

General Schedule — Thursday afternoon arrivals and Sunday late morning departures.

  • Feel free to arrive any time after 1:30pm on Thursday February 18th.

  • For those arriving early enough, we’ll do an open mat rolling session Thursday at 5:00pm.

  • Late morning and early afternoon training sessions with Stuart Cooper on Friday & Saturday.

  • Gourmet Meals all weekend:

    • Breakfasts made-to-order on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings (7:30 - 9:30am).

    • Light snack served between training sessions on Saturday and Sunday.

    • Dinner feasts: 7:00pm dinner on arrival night, and 5:45pm dinners on Saturday and Sunday.

  • If it’s not pouring rain, we’ll plan some coastal outings right around sunset on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Depart Sunday by 12:00pm

Booking Fee:

From $1,000 all-inclusive (for one person) with private bedroom at the retreat.

  • No Lodging option: discounted to $650 if you’ll book your own AirBnB or hotel room in town.

  • Training spouse “add-ons” (+$575 for your spouse who is also training).

  • Non-training spouse “add-ons” are welcome (+$350 for your non-training spouse).

What’s included:

  • 3-nights private bedroom at the retreat (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights).

  • Gourmet brunches and dinners every day… light lunch snacks between training sessions… plus the usual spread of beverages, fresh baked cookies, snacks, and fruit.

  • Enjoyment of all the retreat’s amenities (hot tub, sauna, etc).

  • Small-group training with Stuart Cooper (Stu is among the best No-Gi grapplers we’ve ever had the pleasure of hosting).


**PLEASE NOTE (refund policy): We can’t give you a refund (or a future credit) if you claim a spot, and then later end up not being able to make it. Space is limited and this will sell out — so if you claim a spot, then we need you to be 100% committed to funding the camp’s budget even if you don’t show up. We’re counting on revenue from each and every room booking and it’s almost impossible to re-book last-minute cancellations. Thanks for understanding.