The Forge Where Wrestling Becomes Gold
The Proven Path to Grappling and Business Mastery
At Scientific Wrestling, we don’t sell belts. We sell the antidote to the disease of convenience. In a world obsessed with safety, we offer you a system of intelligent danger—a method forged in hardship, perfected by the masters, and immortalized by results. The difficulty of wrestling and entrepreneurship isn’t a flaw—it’s the feature that forges greatness.
Who Should Join Scientific Wrestling's Quantum Catch Wrestling Program?
- Gym Owners and Instructors who reject mediocrity and crave authenticity in MMA, grappling, and pro wrestling.
- Entrepreneurs and Coaches who want to diversify income while leading from the front line of combat sports evolution.
- Wrestlers, BJJ Black Belts, and Fighters who understand that pain is data, and that real mastery comes from embracing the grind.
THE KINTSUGI CONTRACT—You will be broken. That’s the point...
Every great coach, athlete, and entrepreneur knows that scars are the signature of transformation.
When you join Scientific Wrestling, you’re not signing a waiver—you’re signing a Kintsugi Contract: a vow to mend your breaks with gold. Your cauliflower ears are status artifacts. Your herniated discs, startup failures, bad knees, your bruised ego—each one, a stroke of gold lacquer in your personal masterpiece. We don’t hide flaws. We transmute them.
Why Scientific Wrestling?
The Authority in Catch Wrestling — 25 Years of Proven Pedigree.Our lineage runs straight through Billy Robinson and Karl Gotch—the philosophers of pain who birthed modern MMA, pro wrestling, and submission grappling.
You’re not joining a franchise. You’re inheriting a lineage endorsed by:
- Frank Shamrock
- Wade Schalles
- Marty Jones
- Billy Wicks
- And countless warriors who’ve tested this system under fire.
What You Get: “The Hormetic Curriculum”
Adaptation through stress, mastery through exposure. Your training isn’t random—it’s dosed.
Each phase intentionally overloads you, breaks you, and rebuilds you stronger.
Included in your “Grappling Business-in-a-Box”:
Coaching Certification
(a $5,000 value): Teach the only system co-developed by Billy Robinson. No one else in the Western World has the blessing but us.
Macebell Certification
(a $3,497 value): Become certified in Karl Gotch-style functional strength by the inventor of the entire mace fitness movement by Jake Shannon.
Reseller License
Earn up to 50% on instructionals, apparel, memberships, and books.
Event Commissions
Host seminars and Accelerator Camps for added profit.
Promoter's License
Run King of Catch Wrestling tournaments—Karl Gotch’s ruleset, the competition that resurrected the sport.
Elite 10X Business Coaching
6 months with Grant Cardone's number one 10X Performance Coach + Cardone U, Jake Shannon. (a $25,000 value)
Brand Identity Kit
Instantly align with the most prestigious names in catch wrestling and fitness.
A.I.-powered marketing platform
Coming soon—automate your lead flow with precision.
Online LMS
From Assistant to Elite Coach—track progress and measure dominance.
Key Benefits and Use Cases
Attract and retain more students
Offer the only catch wrestling curriculum co-developed by the sport's greatest legends.
Increase your income
Multiple revenue streams—teaching, events, reselling, affiliate commissions, and tournament promotion.
Establish yourself as an authority
Become a certified coach in the “Great Grand-Daddy” of MMA, pro wrestling, and submission grappling.
Transform lives and legacies
Help students achieve real results and build your reputation as an elite coach.
Exclusive early-bird pricing
Only a few spots left at the discounted rate—act now to save $4,997.
A bone that heals is stronger at the break. Scientific Wrestling doesn’t protect you from discomfort; it weaponizes it. Every failed takedown, every financial stumble, every sleepless night becomes structural reinforcement.
ENTER THE FORGE
STEP 1
Apply Now
STEP 2
Onboard: Complete the onboarding process with full support from the Scientific Wrestling team.
STEP 3
Train, Teach, and Earn: Train, certify, and transform your grappling literacy and business with discipline and accountability.
Investment and Financing Options
| Option | Upfront Cost | Monthly Payments | Annual Renewal |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Pay | $9,997 | — | $497 |
| $2,497 Down, 40 x $225 | $2,497 | $225 | $497 (year 2+) |
| $497 Down, 40 x $295 | $497 | $295 | $497 (year 2+) |
- Early adopter savings: Only the first 20 affiliates get in at this level—just a few spots left.
- Financing available: No credit hit; options as low as $225/month.
Real Results:
What Affiliates and Champions Say
"Scientific Wrestling is the most legitimate, honest website and conglomerate of people that are true fans of catch wrestling. It's trying to honor the memory and keep the history alive."
— Marty Jones, 7x World Champion
"Jake Shannon has single-handedly resurrected one of the world's lost arts of grappling. I couldn't be more grateful."
— Brandon Ruiz, FILA Grappling World Champion
"My head's still spinning from all the game-changing knowledge that was dropped at this year's seminar. It's only a question of time until this explodes onto the MMA scene."
— James “The Colossus” Thompson, Pride FC & Bellator
LEARN, WIN, DO IT AGAIN...
What Our Top Affiliate Says:
"Scientific Wrestling brings back a wrestling-first attitude to grappling. It's the perfect program for the future of MMA."
- Gil Olivas, Elite Scientific Wrestling Coach
Frequently Asked Questions
Gym owners, coaches, and martial arts entrepreneurs who pass a background check and sign an ethics pledge.
Full access to monthly business coaching, marketing support, and a dedicated team to help you succeed.
Through teaching, coaching, event hosting, reselling products, running tournaments, and affiliate commissions.
Yes—endorsed by Frank Shamrock, Wade Schalles, and built on the curriculum of Billy Robinson and Karl Gotch.
Key Benefits
- Attract and retain more students with a curriculum co-developed by legends.
- Multiply your income with diversified revenue streams.
- Establish authority in the Great Grand-Daddy of MMA.
- Transform lives—and your own legacy.
You’re not buying a single location. You’re joining a living network. Ghost Gyms, pop-ups, shared mats, global seminars. If one node falls, the system evolves. Volatility fuels growth.
Your wrestling business doesn’t survive uncertainty—it feeds on it.
Forget belts.
Document your failures, your lessons, and the gold you forged from each one.
Your “graduation” is the story of your most valuable scar. The longer you expose yourself to pressure, the more immune you become to failure. That’s the hidden gift of this program—it builds a business immune system. We don’t eliminate risk; we teach you how to absorb it and thrive.
Your region. Your gym. Your legacy.
This is not a franchise—it’s a fraternity of the unbreakable.
Apply now. Enter the forge. Become antifragile.
Winning Insights: Scientific Wrestling Success Stories That Inspire
"Scientific Wrestling brings back a wrestling first attitude to grappling, essentially cutting to the front of the line. The SW Affiliate Program is the perfect submission grappling program for the future of grappling & MMA."
"Why did I join the Scientific Wrestler Affiliate Program?
1. The material covered is something I was already comfortable with coming from a wrestling background.
2. I'm no longer at the mercy of a "jits" instructor saying we aren't ready for what's next.
3. Scientific Wrestling helps my fighters be better prepared for prize fighting in the cage.
4. I prefer it for teaching real life self-defense.
5. Clients that started with us for BJJ have all stayed and LOVE the transition, which I was worried about!
6. Wrestlers feel comfortable opposed to a "jits" program which was very foreign to them."
Marty Jones
British amateur champ, PRO 7x times world champion
"After a distinctive amateur catch as can shoot background starting at age of 6 years old under the No1 Billy Robinson (who guided me to the Munich Olympic Squad & British Amateur Championship title) I was honoured an & privileged when Mr. Jake Shannon asked me to join him & his excellent team in his wrestling camps in the UK & Europe. SCIENTIFIC WRESTLING IS THE PLACE TO LEARN & FIND KNOWLEDGE OF THE GREATEST SPORT IN THE WORLD. Scientific Wrestling is No. 1 worldwide. Trust me, get in on it."
"Scientific Wrestling is the most legitimate, honest website and conglomerate of people that are true fans of catch wrestling that have the right spirit for it. It's not trying to be something different or trying to sell something. It's trying to honor the memory and trying to keep the history alive and that is really important to me."
"This is Catch as Catch Can in its purest form. Head Coach Jake Shannon has picked up right where the legends have left off representing today's Catch Wrestling community with honor pride & integrity. Jake's commitment to carrying on the tradition of such legends as Karl Gotch & Billy Robinson is unmatched & by far the most reputable source for classic Catch Wrestling. Scientific Wrestling teaches tradition, supports innovation while focusing on the evolution of the sport making them the undisputed CACC leader."
"Jake, you are the very best individual person to come along in this generation and do what you have done for wrestling, I can't find words to express myself. Much respect."
"Dear Jake, What you have put together is wonderful! Very insightful. You will run a great clinic and be a success. I have never seen anything like this."
James "The Colossus" Thompson
Pride FC & Bellator competitor
"My head's still spinning from all the game changing knowledge that was dropped at this years Scientific Catch Wrestling Seminar this past weekend. Jake Shannon and Wade Schalles' Catch Wrestling Seminar was totally game-changing. It's only a question of time until this explodes onto the MMA scene and evolves… taking MMA to the next level. It works, which means it's just like a force of nature… it can't be stopped. It's that simple"
"There are few in the US with knowledge of true Catch Wrestling. Jake Shannon's knowledge is unparalleled, thanks to a lineage back to the orignal Riley' Gym, via his learning with legends Billy Robinson & Karl Gotch. From the clear & detailed explanation, to the unique and effective techniques, Scientific Wrestling was the best investment I've ever made."
"Honest, Hardworking, Strong Character, Creative, & Energetic... Wow. Jake you're on a roll with this certification! I support you wholeheartedly my friend."
John Hathaway
UFC welterweight 17 - 2
"I found the Scientific Wrestling course a great help, to fit that much content into the time frame is no easy feat. Everything is well explained and the structure to the days is meticulous, I have been a combat athlete for over 15 years and was still able to gain a wealth of knowledge from this course!"
Vito Rhea
Professional Wrestler, INOKI GENOME FEDERATION
"Jake Shannon and Josh Barnett are definitely the best. You'll find out soon how much knowledge and professionalism they have, but mostly, you are going to feel the original essence of CACC. Scientific Wrestling is where legendary trainers such as Karl Gotch, Billy Robinson and Yoshiaki Fujiwara left a piece of their soul and I feel deeply honored to have set foot on that mat, listening, learning and… do it again."
Alex Porcelli
Hey Jake, Just returned home from the audit. I can't believe how much stuff we covered this weekend! Billy really is a great coach and person. And you were a great asst coach!
I wrestled at West Point and started at 190 lbs my first 3 yrs. Placed 5th and 6th in the eastern regionals (EIWA- Divison I). While I was in the Army I wrestled for the All-Army Wrestling Team and placed 2nd in the University Nationals '93 (greco- 220 lbs) and then placed 7th in the Senior Nationals '94 (Greco Roman All American- 220 lbs). Also placed 6th in the World Team Trials, Dec '95 (greco - 220). The way he broke down every move in minute detail was amazing. Thanks again for putting this together. I appreciate all your hard work. I look forward to attending the next audit.
"Scientific Wrestling is very welcoming to people of all skill levels and goals, whether that is to be a professional fighter, a coach, or a police officer wanting to subdue someone without needing excessive force. Jake is an amazing coach and is always happy to answer any questions. He's very knowledgeable and has a lot of experience within the art to be able to answer those questions. Learning from him at Scientifc Wrestling camps has definitely helped with my game and I look forward to working with him and the other coaches."
Jeramy Hunt-Loveless
Veterans Freestyle Nationals 2010 Champion
"Jake, I just want to say thank you for your great class. Billy was amazing. He pointed out things that have never been brought to my attention. It was easy to understand and implement the adjustments into my style. What I enjoyed most, were the submissions and how they fit into my wrestling. In my first grappling tournament, I followed the class instruction and used the double wrist lock that Billy taught to submit my opponent in my first championship match. Then, in my third place match, I used the cradle ankle crank. Both times, my opponents did not see these moves coming, and they both fit right into my natural style. I'm excited to master the other submissions taught.
Thanks again for you and Billy's instruction!"
"It was incredible, I really enjoyed myself. I learned a ton of new things. Catch-As-Catch-Can is a really full system and working with a master like Billy Robinson was incredible. I feel really privileged to have been a part of this program."
"Thank you so much for the training all weekend. It was awesome, amazing, and it was like I got to experience training along with a history lesson. So cool!"
"I'm freaking sore in every muscle of my body after the Scientific Wrestling Audit this weekend! Thanks for putting it together!!! I learned a ton of usable stuff I've never seen before."
Michael Long
Coach, International Guild of Danse de Rue Savate
"It was damn hard -- almost a right of passage! The two days of training was hard as hell, nonstop (except for some water breaks) and packed full of info. I came away feeling like all the things I learned up to that point had finally started to jell. It was a true immersion into the material. I recommend training for and participating in the audit for any serious grappler. I often find myself thinking 'why didn't I learn this years ago?'"
"Thank you very much for the great weekend, I learned a lot of things and I really had a fun time with all you guys, I hope to be able to come back soon!!! You guys have really made me fall in love with catch-as-catch-can, and I can't wait to learn more and keep on learning! Thank you and all the other guys for making it such a wonderful experience for me, Take care!"
Jesse Marez
Wrestling Coach, MLK High School, BJJ Black Belt, Certified Head Coach Western Combat Arts, Scientific Wrestling Coach
"Thank you so much for letting me be a part of history. It is an honor to be a part of the rich history of Scientific Wrestling. Having Dick Cardinal there was like capturing a piece of American history and meeting a legend all at the same time. What I loved about the audit is that you really have to know how to wrestle. There were no gimmicks, no tricks, no crazy moves that would never work. It was good, old fashioned, applicable wrestling. The submissions were fantastic. They all flow naturally off of technical wrestling and are easy to set up. Your diligence and respect of the past is amazing. You have created something special with Scientific Wrestling and I am proud to be a small part of it."
"That was the greatest class I've ever had. Billy is awesome. His attention to detail is fantastic. I'm completely overwhelmed. I trained with top BJJ black belts for years and never had a class this good. Now, they are geniuses on the mat, but, many times the teaching skills are lacking. I actually had a problem teaching last night because I had so much information swimming in my head!"
"Jake is Southern California's true master of catch wrestling. Merely shaking hands with this gentleman can bring about an infinity of pain!"
"Billy Robinson is like no one I've ever trained under. He is a true master. Jake Shannon and his ScientificWrestling.com are the real deal."
Brandon Ruiz
FILA Grappling World Champion, NAGA Grappling World Champion, 2X Pancrase World Champion, Greco Roman Wrestling Pan Am Silver Medalist, 8 x Greco Roman & Freestyle Wrestling All-American, 2nd Degree Black Belt Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Ruiz Combat Grappling
Jake Shannon has single handedly resurrected one of the world's lost arts of grappling through his ScientificWrestling.com. I can't think of anyone more enthusiastic about Catch as Catch Can Wrestling than Jake.
I am thoroughly impressed by his knowledge and more than that his ability to have personally befriended CACC greats like Karl Gotch, Billy Robinson and others and how he has brought them back into the limelight so that their legacies could be shared with this generation. That took a lot of dedication and a lot of selfless effort on his part.
Jake Shannon and his Scientific Wrestling program has allowed me to train with the best in the world. After visiting coach Shannon and training catch as catch can for the first time in 2007, I quickly realized that I needed to learn a style that didn't take away from my collegiate wrestling and judo experience.
Instead, catch allowed me to learn submissions from positions that I was already used to. I couldn't be more grateful to Jake for putting me in that crooked neck scissors a few years ago and opening my eyes to painful techniques that really work. Nothing flashy, no politics, just catch-as-catch-can wrestling.