Chad George

Chad George (born April 30, 1982) is a retired American professional mixed martial artist. Chad has fought in the WEC, Bellator, Tachi Palace, BAMMA and many other MMA Organizations. He also competes in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and has been featured in Metamoris Challengers, Fight To Win and the Eddie Bravo Invitational.
In 2017 Chad become the first ever bantamweight Combat Jiu-Jitsu World Champion.
Chad holds a notable victory over UFC flyweight Kai Kara-France.
Background
In 2000 George was a U.S. high school All-American wrestler at Rancho Cordova High School and also has had an accomplished career in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. In 2010, George won his first Brazilian IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) no-gi world championship as a blue belt. In 2012, George captured the purple belt no-gi world title, and then later in 2014 he won the IBJJF no-gi brown belt world championship.
In 2016 Chad received his Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Mixed martial arts career
Early career
George made his professional MMA debut in April 2005.
WEC
In his WEC debut, George defeated John Hosman at WEC 45 on December 19, 2009, via unanimous decision.
In his second fight for the promotion, George faced Scott Jorgensen at WEC 47, on March 6, 2010. George lost via a standing guillotine choke submission in the first round.
George next faced Antonio Banuelos at WEC 51 on September 30, 2010. George lost the fight by decision and was subsequently released from his contract with Zuffa, LLC after the UFC/WEC merger in December 2010.
Book release
Chad George, a retired MMA fighter, recently released a book called "A Champion's Mindset". The book, which is available on Amazon, has been hailed as one of the best reads for those looking to develop a winning attitude and approach to life.
The book, published as an ebook on Amazon, has been a best seller in its first week of release, quickly building a huge following among readers both in and out of the MMA community. The book tells the inspiring story of Chad George, a professional MMA fighter and martial arts veteran, who battled bullying, self-doubt, and depression throughout his life to find his way back to the sport he loves.
In "A Champion's Mindset", Chad shares his journey and the lessons he learned along the way. Through this powerful narrative, readers will discover how they too can overcome adversity, push past their limits, and live a life filled with purpose and passion.
The book has received universal praise from readers, with many giving it five-star ratings and applauding the author for his honest and insightful perspective on life.
Overall, "A Champion's Mindset" is a must-read for anyone looking to take their life to the next level. It offers a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed and inspires readers to push past their perceived limitations and embrace their true potential.
Within its first 2 weeks of release, A Champion's Mindset became the #1 martial art ebook on Amazon.
Released March 9, 2023
Team USA head coach
The 2022 USA MMA National Team, led by head coach Chad George, competed at the 2022 IMMAF World Championships in Belgrade, Serbia. The team consisted of some of the best MMA athletes from across the United States.
The team had an impressive showing at the championships, with several athletes making it to the quarterfinals and semifinals in their respective weight classes. The team's performance was commendable considering the fierce competition that they faced from other nations.
One standout athlete was Victoria Anthony, who competed in the women's flyweight class. She won all of her preliminary and quarterfinal matches but was unfortunately defeated in the semifinals by a tough opponent from Sweden. Despite the loss, Anthony's performance was a highlight for the team.
Another impressive competitor was Shane Collins, who competed in the men's Lightweight class. Collins won his preliminary and quarterfinal matches but was ultimately eliminated in the semifinals by an athlete from England.
The team's head coach, Chad George, was instrumental in their success. He instilled a sense of pride and determination in the athletes, helping them to perform their best in every match. The team's performance at the tournament was a testament to George's coaching abilities.
Overall, the 2022 USA MMA National Team made an impressive showing at the IMMAF World Championships in Belgrade, Serbia. Their dedication and hard work paid off, propelling them to the upper echelons of global MMA competition. It was a proud moment for the athletes and staff, and their performance will undoubtedly inspire future generations of MMA competitors in the United States.
Combat Jiu Jitsu World Champion
Chad George was an American mixed martial artist and jiu-jitsu practitioner who made history by becoming the first-ever Combat Jiu-Jitsu champion.
Combat Jiu-Jitsu is a hybrid style of martial arts that combines Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) techniques with open-handed strikes. Unlike traditional BJJ, striking is permitted and can often change the game’s dynamic.
On November 12, 2017, the inaugural Combat Jiu Jitsu World Championship was held in Los Angeles, California, and it was here where Chad George made his mark.
The tournament was filled with elite-level Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioners and high-level MMA athletes all vying for the coveted Combat Jiu-Jitsu title. With over twenty-seven competitors in total, Chad George emerged as the first-ever Combat Jiu-Jitsu champion.
George’s win was no small feat, as he had to make his way through multiple rounds with some of the sport’s top names, including Baret Yoshida, Wilson Reis, and many others. His impressive performance was a testament to his dedication and skill, as he effectively managed to strike and submit his opponents, earning him the title of champion.
Beyond his monumental win, George had an accomplished MMA career that spanned over a decade. He held an impressive record of 18-8 with 10 of those wins coming by submission.
George’s career was notable for his skill, dedication, and passion for the sport. However, it was his victory at the Combat Jiu-Jitsu World Championship that set him apart and made history, forever cementing his name in Combat Jiu-Jitsu folklore.
Chad George //lives life as a champion
Post-WEC
George would later return to competitive fighting with a submission win over Bobby Sanchez at BAMMA USA: Badbeat 2 on June 11, 2011. In December 2011, George traveled to New Zealand to compete against the native champion and now UFC flyweight contender, Kai Kara-France, at The Cage 2; George won with a first-round KO.
Bellator MMA
George made his debut for Bellator MMA on April 10, 2015, at Bellator 136. George faced Mark Vorgeas and won the fight via technical submission in the first round. The fight is notable as Vorgeas went unconscious during a submission, George notices this and refused to punch his opponent instead choosing to argue with the referee until the referee noticed that Vorgeas was indeed unconscious.
Occupation: Fighter
An 85-minute feature film documentary by Bavayou Films was produced following eight months in the life of Chad George. Later, it was released by Filmbuff & Cinetic Media, made available worldwide via Netflix, Video On Demand, iTunes and Amazon video.
Championships and accomplishments
Combat jiu-jitsu
Eddie Bravo Invitational
EBI Bantamweight World Championship (One time)
Mixed martial arts record
|Win
|align=center|18–8
|Hector Valenzuela
|Submission (Arm triangle)
|LXF 2||
|align=center|2
|align=center|4:01
|Burbank, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|17–8
|James Barnes
|TKO (doctor stoppage)
|Bellator 192||
|align=center|2
|align=center|5:00
|Inglewood, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|16–8
|Mark Voregas
|Technical Submission (Von Flue choke)
|Bellator 136||
|align=center|1
|align=center|3:37
|Irvine, California, United States
|Featherweight bout.
|-
|Win
|align=center|15–8
|Sam Rodriguez
|Submission (rear-naked choke)
|NFA Valley Invasion||
|align=center|1
|align=center|1:57
|Woodland Hills, California, United States
|Featherweight bout.
|-
|Loss
|align=center|14–8
|Cody Gibson
|Submission (guillotine choke)
|TWC 18: Halloween Havoc III
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|4:39
|Porterville, California, United States
|Catchweight (140 lb) bout.
|-
|Loss
|align=center|14–7
|Joe Soto
|Technical Submission (guillotine choke)
|Tachi Palace Fights 13
|
|align=center|2
|align=center|2:01
|Lemoore, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|14–6
|Shad Smith
|Submission (arm-triangle choke)
|BAMMA USA: Badbeat 5
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|1:56
|Commerce, California, United States
|Featherweight bout.
|-
|Win
|align=center|13–6
|Kai Kara-France
|KO (punches)
|The Cage 2: USA vs. New Zealand
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|2:32
|Whakatane, New Zealand
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|12–6
|Bobby Sanchez
|Submission (arm-triangle choke)
|BAMMA USA: Badbeat 2
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|2:32
|Commerce, California, United States
|
|-
|Loss
|align=center|11–6
|Antonio Banuelos
|Decision (unanimous)
|WEC 51
|
|align=center|3
|align=center|5:00
|Broomfield, Colorado, United States
|
|-
|Loss
|align=center|11–5
|Scott Jorgensen
|Submission (standing guillotine choke)
|WEC 47
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|0:31
|Columbus, Ohio, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|11–4
|John Hosman
|Decision (unanimous)
|WEC 45
|
|align=center|3
|align=center|5:00
|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|10–4
|Alvin Cacdac
|Decision (split)
|Call to Arms I
|
|align=center|3
|align=center|5:00
|Ontario, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|9–4
|Lonnie Wright
|TKO (doctor stoppage)
|Fist Series: WinterFist II 2008
|
|align=center|3
|align=center|1:26
|Irvine, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|8–4
|Dan Sullivan
|Submission (D'arce choke)
|Freestyle Cage Fighting
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|3:03
|Shawnee, Oklahoma, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|7–4
|Rick Screeton
|Submission (armbar)
|Valor Fighting: Fight Night
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|1:07
|Tustin, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|6–4
|Rick Screeton
|TKO (slam and punches)
|Tuff-N-Uff: Thompson vs. Troyer
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|0:39
|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
|
|-
|Loss
|align=center|5–4
|Matt Troyer
|Decision (unanimous)
|HOOKnSHOOT: Bodog Fight Women's Tournament
|
|align=center|3
|align=center|5:00
|Evansville, Indiana, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|5–3
|Pete Sabala
|Submission (armbar)
|OctoberFist 2007: Fight Night on Fright Night
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|0:45
|Orange County, California, United States
|
|-
|Loss
|align=center|4–3
|Matteus Lahdesmaki
|Submission (rear-naked choke)
|Bodog Fight: Vancouver
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|2:59
|Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
|
|-
|Loss
|align=center|4–2
|Todd Guimond
|Technical Submission (rear-naked choke)
|Total Fighting Alliance 6
|
|align=center|3
|align=center|1:31
|Santa Monica, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|4–1
|Todd Guimond
|Submission (rear-naked choke)
|Total Fighting Alliance 5
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|1:43
|Santa Monica, California, United States
|
|-
|Loss
|align=center|3–1
|Todd Guimond
|Submission (rear-naked choke)
|Total Fighting Alliance 4
|
|align=center|1
|align=center|N/A
|Carson, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|3–0
|Maurice Eazel
|Submission (gullotine choke)
|Total Fighting Alliance 3
|
|align=center|2
|align=center|1:14
|Hollywood, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|2–0
|Daniel Barizia
|TKO (doctor stoppage)
|Total Fighting Alliance 2
|
|align=center|N/A
|align=center|N/A
|Carson, California, United States
|
|-
|Win
|align=center|1–0
|Daniel Vasquez
|Submission (guillotine choke)
|Total Combat 8
|
|align=center|3
|align=center|N/A
|Tijuana, Mexico, Mexico
|
References
External links
1982 births
American male mixed martial artists
Mixed martial artists utilizing Brazilian jiu-jitsu
Living people
American practitioners of Brazilian jiu-jitsu
People awarded a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu