Student Spotlight February: Fabian Butler

This month's Adult Student Spotlight goes to Mr. Fabian Butler!

A full time father & paramedic finds success, HEALTH and, peace with Jiu Jitsu!

You can too! SAY GOODBYE TO STRESS!

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Fabian places 1st in another successful tournament.

Fabian places 1st in another successful tournament.


Fabian owned 24/7 Entertainment, a successful regional PRO/AM MMA promotion that held it's home in MIDLAND, TX. After a long evening of running a show, he sat down with the heralded FORTIS MMA head coach, Sayif Saud for a conversation about Jiu Jitsu and found a way to make his stress vanish!

My name is Fabian Butler, I'm a 42 year old father & paramedic living in Midland, Texas. Some of the things that are my special interest are Boxing and Jiu Jitsu. 

I was talking with Sayif Saud after an MMA show. We thought Jiu Jitsu was the best option and it would give me an idea of what those MMA athletes that I employed, go through. 

Jiu jitsu has helped me deal with my stress, and anger. I find myself NOT getting worked up about little things any more. It has also improved my fitness! Losing weight and keeping endurance have become easier and better!  

I compete in Jiu Jitsu too. It's FUN to overcome the nerves and get out there and see how you compete against another person.

The MAIN thing I learned is that if you work hard during training and LISTEN to your coach you'll be fine during the match.

If I could tell someone about Vagabond, I'd tell them to go try it and see for themselves!  No one's there to try and be a bad ass or bully the new guy. Everyone there are genuine good people trying to help you get better.

I remember when the gym first started with only a few guys. Coming to see where it is now; Im happy to be a part of that. 

Fabian & Professor Hantz

Fabian & Professor Hantz