In Production Since 2022
Stroke Awareness Documentary

BJJ Stroke
Documentary
Support the Film

A documentary about carotid artery dissection in the BJJ community — anchored in Chris Martin's 2017 stroke during training. Help us finish and distribute a film that could save lives on the mat.

Why This Film Matters

A Story the BJJ Community Needs to Hear

A Survivor's Story

In 2017, Chris Martin suffered a carotid artery dissection during BJJ training. This film documents his recovery and the broader pattern of strokes in the grappling community.

Community Awareness

Carotid artery dissection is underdiagnosed in combat sports. This documentary brings survivor stories, medical expert interviews, and peer-reviewed research to the mat.

In Production Since 2022

Four years of interviews, research, and production. The film is in active post-production and moving toward distribution across digital platforms.

Lasting Digital Impact

Like all Martial Artrepreneur productions, this film creates digital assets — YouTube, podcasts, articles, and social content — that generate awareness for years.

Sponsorship Tiers

Support the Production

Every contribution helps fund production, post-production, distribution, and community outreach. Every sponsor receives lasting recognition across digital channels.

Supporter

$100

Help us tell a story that could save lives.

Benefits

Name listed in documentary credits
Social media thank you post
Digital supporter badge

Advocate

$500

Amplify awareness across the BJJ community.

Benefits

Everything in Supporter
Company or name logo on sponsor page
One dedicated social media spotlight
Recognition in film credits

Champion

$1,000

Featured partner in a film that matters.

Benefits

Everything in Advocate
Featured sponsor profile on website
Three social media mentions
Website backlink
Prominent documentary credits
Limited Availability

Presenting Partner

$2,500+

"Presented By" recognition. Maximum exposure. Limited availability.

Benefits

Everything in Champion
"Presented By" level recognition
Logo displayed in film and digital content
Dedicated sponsor interview segment
Ongoing recognition throughout campaign
Priority placement on all sponsor materials

Lasting Exposure

Your Brand Lives
Beyond the Premiere.

This is not a one-time event sponsorship. The BJJ Stroke Documentary creates digital assets that continue generating impressions for years — as new viewers discover the film, sponsor visibility continues.

"Knowing the warning signs could have changed everything. That's why this film has to exist."

— Chris Martin, Founder & Stroke Survivor

Distribution Channels

Documentary Film Distribution
YouTube Channel
Podcast Interviews
Instagram & Facebook Content
Blog Articles & Research Summaries
Email Marketing
Educational Resources for Gyms
Future Training & Safety Programs

Help Us Finish This Film

Direct Contact

Chris Martin

Founder, Martial Artrepreneur LLC — Stroke Survivor, BJJ Practitioner

Tell us which sponsorship tier interests you and how you'd like to be involved. We'll get back to you directly.