ROAD TO WORLDS
The road to Worlds begins long before stepping onto the competition mats.
In Episode 1 of ROAD TO WORLDS, a HanPunch Originals documentary series, we follow the TMA Competition Team from their final preparations in North Carolina to the 2026 IBJJF World Master Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Las Vegas.
From intense training sessions and unforgettable moments between teammates to life behind the scenes in Las Vegas, Before the Lights captures the people, preparation, and camaraderie behind the competition.
As the team reaches the Las Vegas Convention Center, the focus shifts toward the competition. Professor Jae Ho Lee and his teammates check their schedules, weigh in, and prepare for their first matches on the world stage.
EPISODE 01 โ BEFORE THE LIGHTS
FEATURING THE TMA COMPETITION TEAM
Jae Ho Lee, Eric Perkins, Dow Perkins, Robin Unsworth, Roberto Pelaez, Cristian Minaya, and Ericson Perkins.
PRODUCTION CREDITS
Filmed by: Joseph Kang
Edited by: HanPunch Media
Produced by: HanPunch Originals
NEXT EPISODE โ THE WORLD STAGE
The preparation is over. The competition begins.
A NOTE FROM HANPUNCH
Road to Worlds marks one of our first steps into original documentary storytelling. We’re learning and refining our approach with every episode, and we’d love to hear what you think.
Whether it’s the storytelling, editing, or moments you’d like to see more of, your feedback is always welcome. We’re excited to continue improving and sharing the stories behind the athletes and teams we cover.
Thank you for watching and supporting HanPunch Originals.
Follow HanPunch Media for original documentaries, athlete interviews, and coverage of Korean and international MMA and Jiu-Jitsu.
Website: https://hanpunch.com
TMA Website: https://tmacharlotte.com
#RoadToWorlds #HanPunchOriginals #TeamTMA #IBJJF #BJJ #JiuJitsu #WorldMaster2026 #tmacharlotte #charlottebjj
