TITLE:
BJJ Coach / Grappling Fit Coach
DISCIPLINES:
BJJ / Fitness
BELT
Pro Record:
Bio
In 1985 at the age of 17 Dave enlisted into the Untied States Marine Corps. In 1989 he graduated from the University of Cincinnati and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant. Dave was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps as a Major with 15 years of service.
In 1994 Dave became a Phoenix Police Officer & honorably retired w/ 20 years of service. During his tenure he served w/ various details to include 7 years on a full-time SWAT Team (Special Assignments Unit) w/ his primary role as that of a sniper/observer.
Dave has been a certified instructor for over 20 year & has taught & run courses for sniper/observer, M4, pistol, shotgun, CQB, and low light, & firing from moving platform. He has worked for companies such as McMillan, Accuracy International, and Empyreal Sciences. Dave has also worked overseas as an instructor in Europe & the Middle East. Dave’s students have been civilians, police, & military personnel.
At the age of 49 Dave started his Jiu Jitsu journey w/ Jeff Cook being his first Coach. Dave is now a purple belt.
Dave is a certified fitness instructor & has designed an unique workout program that is called Grappling Fit.
