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Buckley trains under renowned coach Joaquin Murcielago at Salt Academy, focusing on MMA-specific striking, wrestling, and grappling. He highlights the importance of high-level wrestling, worked on with Michigan State coaches, as well as cardio conditioning from NFL alum Justin Hardy. Despite not having a traditional Jiu-Jitsu black belt or elite training partners initially, Buckley's passion and dedication, supplemented by passionate coaches and fighters like Brandon Barry (a Jiu-Jitsu enthusiast), helped him grasp practical techniques that led to victories, such as his fight against Albert Doyle. His philosophy centers on mastering basics and focusing on the training that directly translates to success.