Cody Orrison

Professor “just call me Cody” Orrison has trained in jiujitsu and MMA for over 20 years. He earned his belts under Professor Franjinha (Paragon) and Gilbert Melendez and Jake Shields (El Nino Training Center). He believes we all get better together, loves to travel and cross-train at welcoming gyms.

Cody is a seasoned competitor with a 9-4 total amateur and professional MMA record. He still actively competes in jiujitsu and enjoys how it introduces him to new techniques, different styles, potential friends and training partners at other gyms.

He believes in lifelong learning through jiujitsu. He’s only getting started and hopes to be part of your jiujitsu journey.

Sample Competition History:
ADCC Open OC 2023 (masters) - Bronze Medal
NAGA Worlds 2021 - Gold Medal
IBJJF American Nationals 2018 - Bronze Medal
SJJIF Worlds 2017 - Silver Medal
UGF California State Grappling 2014 - Gold Medal
Grappler’s Quest Championship 2012 - Gold Medal
 IBJJF American Nationals 2009 (absolute) - Bronze Medal
US Open XI 2006 - Gold Medal