Head Instructor - 3rd Degree Black Belt
Brian Rago
Brian has practiced martial arts throughout his life, with considerable experience in Kung Fu, Japanese Jiu Jitsu, and Aikido before finding his place in Gracie/Brazilian JiuJitsu in his mid thirties. Hard work, dedication, an open mind, and many hours on the mat lead him to achieve the rank of black belt in 4 and 1/2 years(the average in Jiu-Jitsu is more than double that time) all while competing successfully at the highest levels. In addition to competition training and coaching, Brian focuses much of his time teaching Gracie Self Defense in classes, public seminars, and private sessions.
Partial Comepetition record
2014 Masters World Championship, Black Belt 3rd Place
2011 Masters World Championship, Black Belt 1st Place
2009 Masters World Championship, Brown Belt 3rd Place
2008 Masters World Championship, Brown Belt 1st Place
2008 Pan Am Championship (masters 1), Purple Belt1st Place Middleweight and Absolute
2007 World Championship, Purple Belt 3rd Place
2007 Masters World Championship, Purple Belt 1st Place
2nd Degree Black Belt
Tim Sylvester
Coming soon.........
Partial Comepetition record
Pan-Ams Silver - Blue Belt
Pan-Ams Double Bronze - Purple
Mundials Bronze - Purple
Grapplers Quest - 4 time Purple Belt Champion
MMA Record - 5-2
Black Belt
Eli Hoobler
Eli began training with Brian Rago in High School and developed a passion for it. He has since competed across the country. Eli enjoys the consistent grind necessary for improvement and takes a no nonsense approach to instructing.
Partial Comepetition record
2x Gym Wars Main Event Winner - Black Belt
2016 IBJJF American Nationals Brown Belt No Gi Lightweight - 2nd Place
2013 IBJJF No Gi Pan Ams Purple Belt Featherweight - 3rd Place
2010 IBJJF Worlds Blue Belt Featherweight - 3rd Place
