Michael Allen

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	Michael Allen VERIFIED
	Black belt 3rd degree VERIFIED
	24 year(s) and 4 month(s) of training
	3 medals (3 x 0 x 0 x )

	charlotte, nc, United States of America
	Real American Grappling VERIFIED
	Checkmat
	Website
	@checkmat_charlotte

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	10 verifications received
	25 verifications received
	50 verifications received
	Trained for 5 years
	Trained for 10 years
	Trained for 15 years
	Trained for 20 years
	Won 5 gold medals
	Won 10 gold medals
	Won 25 gold medals
	10 competition matches
	50 competition matches
	100 competition matches
	500 forum posts
	1,000 forum posts

Students

Nicole

Daniel

Edward

Jillian

Ashley

Doug

Seleta

Kevin

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Kenny

Daniel

Edward

Jillian

Harold

Ashley

Michael

Kyle

Troy

Joss

Doug

Simms

Chris

Taylor

Jonathan

Ridge

Mason

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	Thank you to everyone that has ever helped me or allowed me to be a part of your journey. Much love ❤️ 3 year(s) ago

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February 17, 2023 - Charlotte, NC 28273

3 year(s) 1 month(s) 4 day(s)

Promoted by: Leonardo Vieira

February 17, 2020

3 year(s) 0 month(s) 0 day(s)

(Promotion by time served)

February 17, 2017

3 year(s) 0 month(s) 0 day(s)

(Promotion by time served)

February 17, 2014 - Charlotte/ Joe Hurst Jitsu

3 year(s) 0 month(s) 0 day(s)

Promoted by: Joe Hurst

February 9, 2013 - Charlotte/ Joe Hurst Jiu Jitsu

1 year(s) 0 month(s) 8 day(s)

Promoted by: Joe Hurst

September 12, 2009 - Charlotte/ Joe Hurst Jiu Jitsu

3 year(s) 4 month(s) 28 day(s)

Promoted by: Joe Hurst

July 27, 2002 - Charlotte/ Joe Hurst Jiu Jitsu

7 year(s) 1 month(s) 16 day(s)

Promoted by: Joe Hurst

October 28, 2001 - Charlotte/ Joe Hurst Jiu

0 year(s) 8 month(s) 29 day(s)

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	"I've known Michael for over 10 years. Runs a school, great teacher and a good friend. " VERIFIED +200 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Verified, legit third degree Black belt, promotion picture, i meet you at fight lab in 2015 or something like this, i was bringing there by my friend Jeff Jimmo, nice to see you there " VERIFIED +200 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Solid photo evidence " VERIFIED +200 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Known Mr. Allen for many years who is an upstanding individual, instructor, and BJJ practitioner. " VERIFIED +200 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Verified" VERIFIED +175 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Well documented " VERIFIED +175 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Michael’s progression aligns with time-in-belt norms, spanning about 13 years from white to black belt with varying training intensity. Checkmat Charlotte’s website confirms his 2014 black belt promotion by Joe Hurst (established black belt instructor of sufficient grade to promote black belts at the time) and affiliation switch under Leonardo Vieira. IBJJF results verify 2022 DC Open gold in Master 4 black belt open class under Checkmat, matching claimed medals. Social media affirms his current 3rd-degree rank. He's also on the list ~ https://ibjjf.com/certified-black-belts Legit!" VERIFIED +150 pts 2 month(s) ago Comments

	"Thank you supporting me! I really appreciate you and my Checkmat Family." VERIFIED +150 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Solid fella. Been to many seminars with Michael and my wife has trained at his school. Great dude, great black belt! " VERIFIED +150 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Respected practitioner in my state." VERIFIED +150 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Well documented profile and spoken for by respected black belts. Verified!" VERIFIED +150 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Lots of high quality photo evidence. Legit!" VERIFIED +125 pts 2 month(s) ago Comments

	"without a shadow of doubt: legit!" VERIFIED +125 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Well known Blackbelt in the BJJ community." VERIFIED +125 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"I’ve known Michael for years, very legit and a great guy to train with." VERIFIED +125 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"I have known Professor Allen for many years. Great BJJ Instructor." VERIFIED +125 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Document legit " VERIFIED +125 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"I am fortunate every day to train under Michael Allen!" VERIFIED +100 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Solid black belt profile " VERIFIED +100 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Looks legit based on photos and others I know who vouch for him." VERIFIED +100 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"He is my Professor . I witnessed the promotion performed by the Checkmat President Grandmaster Leo Viera!!!" VERIFIED +100 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"I've known Michael for years. Legit BJJ black belt and badass all around grappler. He's one of the OG's of grappling and MMA in the Carolinas." VERIFIED +100 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Mr. Allen is a great BJJ Black Belt and coach. Always enjoy seeing him at competitions and events." VERIFIED +100 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"I don't know Michael, but there seems to be enough evidence to verify rank. :)" VERIFIED +100 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Amazing coach, instructor, and competitor. Highly Recommend Michael and his school Checkmat Charlotte!" VERIFIED +100 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Professor Allen has been a staple in The Carolinas for many years!!! He trains killers!!! " VERIFIED +50 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Saw his previous and it’s time " VERIFIED +50 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"well documented!" VERIFIED +50 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Amazing coach and instructor. Happy to have you as a coach. " VERIFIED +50 pts 3 year(s) ago Comments

	"Legit black belt" VERIFIED +20 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

	"Prof of our sister school. I’ve attended his seminars." VERIFIED +5 pts 2 year(s) ago Comments

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06/25/2022	2022 IBJJF DC Open	Masters 4
06/25/2022	2022 IBJJF DC Open	Masters 4 Absolute
06/25/2022	2022 IBJJF DC Open	Masters 4 Absolute

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