Rocky started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1998 under Mark Finley at the Baltimore Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club. After meeting the legendary Renzo Gracie Rocky began driving up to New York on a regular basis to train

Janisse comes to Ground Control with over 9 years coaching and managing experience in
mixed martial arts academies. Focused on motivating students to achieve their goals while maintaining a positive environment and excellent communication

Leo is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Gutemberg Pereiraand Dante Leon, who trained extensively with Master Julio César Pereira. One of the top representatives of the GF Team in the sport’s international circuit.

Jamal is a dynamic coach who has been trained under the Golden Era Muay Thai legend and six time World Champion, Manu “Little Golden Legs” Ntoh. Jamal has over 18 years experience coaching World Champions

Started training Muay Thai at 11 years old, for a total of 14 years. She is Blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She has been ranked 1st in American for her weight class since she was

Steve brings to Ground Control over 18 years of wrestling experience through competing not only in high school but during his time in the Marine Corps as well. Steve is driven to empower all individuals

Michelle is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu brown belt and has been doing jiu-jitsu and striking classes for over 8 years. During that time, she has been a fierce competitor, but mostly she just likes jiu-jitsu for

Melissa has a passion for fitness and personal development. Focused on helping individuals become the best version of themselves by pushing limits and accomplishing their goals. She is a certified personal trainer through NASM with