FBI Partners with UFC for Agent Training

UFC fighters to host exclusive training seminar for FBI academy students and senior staff

Mar. 12, 2026 at 5:20pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The FBI and UFC have announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration where current and former UFC fighters will visit the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia on March 14-15 to host a training seminar for FBI agents. The group of fighters includes interim UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, Jorge Masvidal, and former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman.

Why it matters

This partnership between the FBI and UFC is an unusual but potentially valuable opportunity for federal law enforcement agents to learn from some of the best combat athletes in the world. The training could help FBI agents improve their physical preparedness and tactical skills for protecting the American public.

The details

FBI Director Kash Patel reportedly proposed the idea of the collaboration during a teleconference last month. The UFC has agreed to send the group of high-profile fighters to the FBI Academy in Quantico to lead the exclusive training sessions for academy students as well as senior FBI staff from around the country.

  • The training sessions will take place on March 14-15, 2026.

The players

Kash Patel

The current Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Dana White

The CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Justin Gaethje

The current interim UFC lightweight champion.

Jorge Masvidal

A former UFC fighter and the first UFC BMF (Baddest Motherf****r) champion.

Chris Weidman

A former UFC middleweight champion.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“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.”

— Kash Patel, FBI Director (outkick.com)

What’s next

The training sessions at the FBI Academy in Quantico will take place on March 14-15, 2026.

The takeaway

This unique partnership between the FBI and UFC demonstrates a willingness by law enforcement to explore innovative ways to enhance the skills and preparedness of its agents. While the collaboration may seem unconventional, tapping into the expertise of elite combat athletes could provide valuable training opportunities for FBI personnel tasked with protecting the public.