Jeff Haddad
Head instructor and owner Jeff Haddad is a former pediatric therapist and occupational therapist.
This background gives him a unique understanding of working with physical and behavioral disabilities. His therapy and martial arts experience makes him a strong competitor and helpful instructor. Throughout his training he has been a two time IBJJF World Champion and undefeated pro fighter.Owner Jeff Haddad began his martial arts training in 1999 and has been teaching since 2006. When he first began teaching, he coached a high school wrestling team and helped guide them to multiple championships. He was inspired by his mentor to finally open Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ in 2016.
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Jeff Haddad’s Accomplishments
5–0 Professional Mixed Martial Artist (Bantamweight)
Reality Fighting Bantamweight Champion (2011)
2x IBJJF World Champion (Purple M1/Black M2)
#1 IBJJF World Ranked M2 Blackbelt (2023)
KO of the Year (2012 Haddad vs McGlaughlin)
Fight of the Year Nominee (2015 Haddad vs Cotito)
Nationally Ranked NCAA DII Wrestler (7th – 2008)
Black Belt – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
1st Degree BJJ Black Belt
College Wrestling MOW (AIC 2008-2009)
Connecticut State Champion Wrestler (2005)
2x NE Freestyle Champion – Nieves/Ahmadi
Coach of CT State Champions – OSHS Wrestling
Coach of CT State Champions – BEHS Wrestling
Our Academy Schedule!
There are plenty of MMA, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes available throughout the week.
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Contact Us!
Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ invites all individuals in Bristol for martial arts and those from nearby communities including Plainville, Farmington, New Britain, and beyond. Join us today in the Bristol Commons Plaza beside Planet Fitness and Once Upon A Child.