Ben began his Jiu Jitsu training in January 2001 at the Queen's University Jiu Jitsu Club under the instruction of Chris Brooks Sensei. In September 2004, Ben moved to Calgary and founded the University of Calgary Jiu Jitsu Club.

In addition to Jiu Jitsu, Ben has also trained in Kodokan Judo, under the instruction of Charles Maingon Sensei and Ron Lloyd Sensei.

Ben de Witt Sensei, Chris Brooks Sensei, John de Witt - February 2004

Charles Maingon Sensei, Ben de Witt Sensei - June 2004