Michael Pixley is a former NCAA and NAIA Champion and he now competes in Jiu Jitsu as purple belt. He currently represents Pedigo Submission Fighting.
Because of his skills, he will be participating in the ADCC 2024 at the -99kg division along with popular Jiu Jitsu specialists.
He was originally a wrestler, but he decided to improve his skills and started studying Jiu Jitsu.
How Old is Michael Pixley?
As of writing, Michael Pixley is 27 years old.
What is his Weight Class?
He is competing in the -99kg division.
What is his Belt Rank?
Michael Pixley holds a Purple belt rank in Jiu Jitsu.
Team or Affiliation
Pedigo Submission Fighting
Best Michael Pixley Jiu Jitsu Instructionals
Michael Pixley's unique style of mixing wrestling fundamentals into Jiu Jitsu submissions like the Darce choke is very popular right now.
If you want to learn from him, definitely check out this instructional on closing the gap from stand up to the ground game:
Noteworthy Titles/Tournaments Won
- Sub Spectrum: Des Moines Open 2021 No-Gi (Gold)
- Sub Spectrum: Des Moines Open 2020 No-Gi (Gold)
- 2x Missouri State Champion
- 2x Fargo Champion
- 2016 NAIA National Champion – Wrestler of the Year
- 2019 NCAA National Champion
- 2x Pan American Champion
- 2x Blue Belt World Champion
Noteworthy Matches
Michael Pixley vs Cameron Reed
Michael Pixley IBJJF No-Gi World Champion
Popular Submissions and Moves
- The Slide By
Find Michael Pixley on Instagram @pixley7
