Shamal

Freeman

Boombox BJJ Head Coach

Professor Shamal Freeman
of Cortex-CSG Presents:
Boombox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
& Catch Wrestling!

With over 47 years of experience in the Martial Arts, and 35 years as an Instructor, Coach Shamal has dedicated his life to his practice. He has studied the Martial Arts and Combat Sports under many legendary Masters, including Carlos Gracie Jr (Son of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Founder Carlos Gracie), and Catch Wrestling legend Karl Gotch. His successes and credentials include, but are not limited to:

  • Founder, Head Coach: Cortex-CSG

  • Head Coach: Boombox Jiu-Jitsu

  • Head Coach: Boombox Catch Wrestling

  • Black Belt: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) under Carlos Gracie, Jr.

  • Elite Coach in Catch Wrestling under Karl Gotch, Carl “Greco”, and Rafael Garcia

  • Black Belt: Judo

  • 5th Degree Black Belt: Okinawa Isshin Rye Karate

  • Black Belt: Tae Kwon Do

  • Professional Fight Coach

  • Former Professional Fighter: MMA, American Kickboxing, Muay Thai, and Submission Grappling

  • A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer specializing in Strength, Endurance, and Weight Management

  • Strength & Conditioning Advisor: Boombox