From Patrol to the Mat: Mike’s Mission to Serve Beyond the Badge
Every now and then, you get a guest on the show who doesn’t just share a story—they drop truth. Mike Pelton is one of those guys. Mike and I go way back. We both barely graduated from Palo Verde High School, started …
Research Study Launched with ASU’s School of Criminology and UofA’s School of Government and Public Policy
In partnership with Professor Ed Maguire of ASU’s School of Criminology and Professor Bradley Bartos of the UofA’s School of Government and Public Policy, NBR has organized a first-ever-of-its-kind academic peer-reviewed study to assess the effectiveness of continued defensive tactic and de-escalation …
Successful Open House at Sonoran BJJ
We were thrilled to host an unforgettable Open House event at Sonoran BJJ, one of our incredible location sponsors. This event was more than just a meet and greet; it was an opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the vibrant community …
No Belt Required Sponsors Epic JiuJitsu Showdown: Last Warrior Standing in Tucson, AZ
On Saturday, August 3rd, 2024, Tucson, Arizona, will be the epicenter of JiuJitsu excitement as No Belt Required proudly sponsors the highly anticipated Last Warrior Standing tournament. This thrilling event promises intense, high-stakes matches where the best grapplers will showcase their skills …
Marana Police Department embraces martial arts to prevent use of force
The Marana Police Department is hoping to raise awareness about the importance of using martial arts to prevent deadly use-of-force incidents. Officers Eric Slabaugh and Brad Gill are defensive tactics instructors for the department. They are also members of the No Belt …
Cops Are Turning to Jiujitsu to Curb Harmful Force, Boost Mental and Physical Health
When Police Sgt. Josh Liedke puts on his gi, the two-piece uniform worn in martial arts, for an hour of Brazilian jiujitsu sparring, he practices a form of mindfulness, or being present in the moment. “When you come here, you focus on …