Chris Burns is a first degree black belt and specializes in Gracie Jiu Jitsu for self defense, based on Rickson Gracie's concept of connection and under the close guidance of his instructor Jason Roebig. Chris is a certified instructor in the Gracie Combatives, a member of the JJGF, and a representative for Axis Jiu Jitsu.

With almost 15 years in competition, it felt natural to me to become a trainer and share my knowledge, skills, and experience with others. I transformed full contact and kick boxing into a softer discipline of flexibility and self defense training.  As a trainer, I am motivated to give classes in the traditional way as well as in the transformed way to fit everyone's goals.

Jacquelyn Palmquist has been practicing martial arts since 1990. Jacquelyn is a 3rd-Degree black belt in American Tang Soo Do under Grandmaster Dennis Ichikawa at TO / Westlake Karate in Thousand Oaks, CA. It was there that she first learned about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu when it was introduced for self-defense purposes. She started teaching and assisting with kids' classes in 2007.
"My top priority is to make sure our students are having fun and enjoying the learning process. Through my own journey with martial arts, I've seen how it improves confidence and problem-solving skills in all areas of life."

Danny Fradenburg is a co-instructor for our Jiu-Jitsu kids' program as well as our Body Wiring and BJJ Fundamentals classes for adults. Danny has practiced martial arts in the Verde Valley for 21 years and holds a Black Belt in Lima Lama and in Lua. His wife and daughter also train in BJJ.
"My goal as an instructor is to provide a fun, safe environment for everyone and preserve the art form."