Events

Join us near Blowing Rock, North Carolina, for a weekend of Jiu-Jitsu training, belt testing, hiking, and time together off the mats!

Participants may camp at the retreat location or arrange their own accommodations at a nearby hotel or Airbnb.

Friday (September 11)
After 3:00 p.m. — Arrival and Check-In
Set up your campsite or check into your accommodations before meeting the group for dinner.

7:00 p.m. — Hardee’s Birthday Dinner
We’ll gather at Outback Steakhouse for a group dinner and birthday celebration. Dinner is optional, and each participant will be responsible for their own meal.

Saturday (September 12)
8am - 9am - Breakfast on your own, grab breakfast in town if you are staying in a hotel. Campers can prepare their own breakfast at camp before heading to the house for training.

9:00–9:30 a.m. — Warm-Up and Stretching
Meet in the dojo to prepare for the day’s training.

9:30–11:30 a.m. — Jiu-Jitsu Instruction

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Belt Testing

12:30–1:30 p.m. — Lunch
Participants may enjoy lunch on their own. Please bring your own food with you if you are staying off-site, there won't be time to go into town for food at lunchtime.

1:30 p.m. — Group Waterfall Hike
Meet with the group for a hike down to the waterfall. Optional cold water or immersion, or just hang out and enjoy the sights. Please bring appropriate shoes, water, and anything else you may need for the trail.

5:00 p.m. — Pack Up and Departure
Participants may head home or stay for an optional group dinner in Blowing Rock on our way out!

Accommodations
Participants may choose to:

Camp at the retreat location (primitive camping, no showers or restrooms, water is from a hose and bathrooms are portable)
Reserve a hotel near Blowing Rock
Book a nearby Airbnb
Please make your own hotel or Airbnb reservations in advance.

Come ready for a great weekend of training, celebration, adventure, and community! (This event is ages 21+)

Need a break or a date night ? Bring your kids to our dojo for an action-packed Dodgeball Night!

Let the kids unleash their energy in an evening packed with fun and action! Join us for a night of thrilling dodgeball games, exciting activities, and a cheese pizza dinner to refuel.

Time: 6pm - 9pm
Location: Quest Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense
Ages: 7-12

Space is limited—reserve your spot now!

*This event is open to everyone, you do not need to be a Quest member to attend!