I am a martial arts and self-defense coach with over 15 years of experience in combat sports and martial arts. I specialize in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, boxing, and Muay Thai, and I teach students how to effectively blend these disciplines into a complete martial arts and self-defense system. My approach focuses on developing practical, high-percentage skills drawn from both traditional martial arts and modern MMA, giving students the ability to defend themselves, build confidence, and perform under pressure in real-world situations.

I began my martial arts journey at the age of 15, building my foundation in boxing and wrestling before expanding my skill set through Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Over the years, my dedication to both striking and grappling led me to earn my Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and compete in MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and submission grappling competitions.

In addition to competing, I am an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, which allows me to combine martial arts instruction with proven strength and conditioning principles to help my students improve their performance, fitness, and overall health.

Coaching and teaching martial arts is one of my greatest passions. I work with students of all ages and experience levels, from complete beginners taking their first class to experienced athletes preparing for competition. I believe martial arts is one of the most effective tools for developing confidence, discipline, resilience, and mental toughness—qualities that extend far beyond the gym.

My goal as a coach is to help you achieve your individual objectives, whether that means learning practical self-defense, improving your fitness, building confidence, stepping outside your comfort zone, or preparing to compete. No matter where you are in your journey, I am committed to helping you develop the skills, mindset, and work ethic necessary to reach your full potential.