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Mike Van Vliet

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor – Honey Badger Muay Thai & BJJ

With over a decade in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and five years of coaching experience, Mike has built a reputation as a skilled technician, a patient instructor, and a committed student of the art. His dedication to the fundamentals and his ability to translate competition-tested technique into accessible training have made him a key part of the Honey Badger coaching team.


Mike is a multi-time medalist in both gi and no-gi competition, earning gold at Toronto Grappling, Grappling Industries, and ICADS events. He continues to actively train under world-ranked coaches and contributes to the development of both new and experienced students on the mats.

Credentials & Teaching Experience

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt
  • 5+ Years Teaching Experience
  • Competition Gold Medalist – Grappling Industries, Toronto Grappling, ICADS

Training Background

Mike’s training history spans multiple respected academies and world-class instructors:


  • Honey Badger Muay Thai & BJJ / HTA Lakeshore
  • Ongoing training under Sean LaBute, World Medalist (Renzo Gracie BJJ)


  • Guest instruction from Royce Gracie, Dan Severn, Master Caique, and Professor Pat Cooligan


  • HTA Windsor, ON – Guest Instructor Helena “Jiu-Jitsu Girl” Crevar


  • Munda Jiu-Jitsu, London, ON – Instructor Chris Lee Burne


  • Iron Monkey MMA – Instructor Andrew Redden (Brasa)


  • Guest instructors: Mario Esfiha, Robert Drysdale, Helio Soneca, Mark Bocek


  • Tapout Training Center, Burlington, ON – With Frank Marquis and Fairtex Thailand BJJ


  • Simcoe Fight Club – Instructor Andrew Redden and Bellator fighter Taylor Soloman


Mike’s approach to teaching reflects the values of Honey Badger Muay Thai & BJJ: consistent pressure, technical clarity, and the quiet toughness that comes from years of putting in the work.

Sean LaButeKennedy LaButeCindy KailikJaden Major

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