Back in 2012, I began my jiu-jitsu journey as a way to help my son build confidence in himself.  I was a wrestler throughout high school, and jiu-jitsu felt like a great next path.  Since then, I have continued jiu-jitsu as a practitioner, coach, competitor, and now gym owner.  I love the sense of community/family that jiu-jitsu brings to my life.  Opening my own gym felt like the next step in helping more people have a sense of belonging, a support system, and a safe place to grow.

Outside of jiu-jitsu, my main hobbies include traveling with my wife (especially to anywhere tropical), adventuring, and spending time with my kids.

I was first introduced to jiu-jitsu through my now husband.  I spent many days in different dojos, watching him train, teach, and compete.  I truly never thought that I would begin training myself as it's a very intimidating sport to watch.  However, with opening our own gym I decided it was finally time to give it a go, and I don't regret that decision one bit.  Jiu-jitsu has become one of my favorite forms of exercise, and I love the confidence it has given me in every day life.  

When I'm not in the gym, I love reading, traveling with my husband, and hanging out with my dogs.  

I started Brazilian Jiu--Jitsu around 2010. I love the fitness and self defense jiu-jitsu has taught me and also helps with my job as a deputy with the sheriffs department.  I have competed at the highest levels and really enjoy teaching new students the fundamentals of jiu-jitsu.

I got involved in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu around 2010, my first instructor received his blue belt from Royce Gracie.  It was the self-defense benefits that first attracted me. Jiu-Jitsu is a rewarding journey where you start with the idea of fighting others and you soon realize you are really battling yourself as you grow.

I was introduced to martial arts through my husband.  Hesitant at first, I still joined and fell in love with the discipline.  Jiu-jitsu became a family event with our children training and falling in love with it as well. I have now been training in this discipline for 10 years.  I've grown more confident in myself along with feeling safer out on my own.  This is a great community/family!

I was introduced to jiu-jitsu by my dad.  The first day I walked into a dojo, I immediately fell in love with jiu-jitsu. Once I started I both mentally and physically felt better. Getting out on the mat has always cleared my mind, and I would like to give that feeling back to my community.

I originally got into martial arts to learn  how to control my anger issues.  That was when I was 18.  I'm 45 now and I have never stopped training. I built confidence and self control.  I also had the unexpected benefit of being part of a martial arts family.  It's the best thing I have done for myself.