Dollamur and the martial arts world are proud to celebrate Mike Swain's induction into the San Jose Sports Hall of Fame! A bronze plaque honoring Swain will be permanently displayed on the SAP center concourse in San Jose State University for all event attendees and visitors to enjoy.

Along with his many accomplishments in the sport of Judo and contributions to the Martial Arts world, Swain wears the hat of Senior Vice President of Martial Arts & Fitness of Dollamur Sport Surfaces. Since 2008, Mike has been a tremendous asset to the Dollamur team, representing the brand at martial arts, judo, and fitness events around the world.

Mike Swain is a business marketing graduate from San Jose State University and has become synonymous with Judo worldwide. Swain made history in 1987 by becoming the first male World Champion from the western hemisphere. He is a four-time Olympian, five-time World Team member and was the 1996 U.S. Olympic Judo coach for the Atlanta Games. Swain is a World Judo Champion, Olympic medalist and USA Olympic & college coach who has studied under the legendary Yosh Uchida at San Jose State University.  In addition to this impressive resume, Mike has won medals in all major international tournaments, including the Olympics (1988 bronze), World Championships (1985 silver, 1987 gold, 1989 silver), and Pan American Games (1987 gold).

His knowledge of Judo and grappling techniques is unsurpassed, making of him one of the most sought-after submission teachers in the world. Swain has taken his knowledge of Judo and it’s intense training to invent this new technology, now essential to the martial arts and fitness worlds for over 25 years - Swain Hybrid Mats – a product of Dollamur Sports Surfaces. 

Help us in offering a “Congratulations!” to Mike Swain on this well-deserved recognition!

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