Coach Eric

About Coach

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Coach Eric began his grappling journey in middle school through wrestling, where he quickly developed a passion for competition and technical improvement. He went on to become the MVP of his three-time state championship high school wrestling team and has remained involved in martial arts for more than 25 years, including extensive training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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Eric’s professional background also shaped the way he teaches. During his career as an F/A-18 fighter pilot in the United States Marine Corps, he served as both a Navy Fighter Weapons and Tactics Instructor (TOPGUN) and a Marine Corps Weapons and Tactics Instructor, earning some of the highest instructional qualifications in military aviation. He also held responsibility for overseeing fighter pilot training within the Marine Corps.

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Eric brings that same structured approach to the mats. He often points out that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and aerial combat share important similarities: both demand strong fundamentals, awareness, timing, and the ability to recognize and respond to an opponent’s intentions.

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As a coach, Eric emphasizes technical fundamentals, strategy, problem-solving, and intelligent decision-making under pressure. His goal is to help students understand not only how a technique works, but when and why to use it.

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Today, Coach Eric continues to train, teach, and help students develop a deeper understanding of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through thoughtful instruction and technical excellence.