About us

We’re all about good people, good training, and good vibes. With 10+ years experience, a strong competition background, and a lineage we're proud of, we take jiu jitsu seriously. Our goal is to provide high-quality BJJ without the ego: expect clear instruction, a safe place to learn, and a team that lifts each other up.

Ian Trotta

Owner | head instructor

Brown belt

Ian is an accomplished competitor with a strong wrestling background and wins at every belt rank. He has been training jiu jitsu for 9 years under renowned 6th degree black belt, IBJJF Hall of Fame, and 8x world champion, Robson Moura.

Ryan Cole

instructor

Black belt

Ryan has 10 years experience training and coaching jiu jitsu under renowned 6th degree black belt, IBJJF Hall of Fame, and 8x world champion, Robson Moura.

Damian Watson

Instructor

Black belt

Damian is a Robson Moura black belt with 14+ years of training and competition experience. Outside the gym, he works as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a background that deeply informs his coaching philosophy and his ability to connect with students on and off the mat.

Kaycie Stanger

Kids coach

Blue belt

Kaycie has been training and competing for 4+ years, and her small stature has made her a natural fit for training with kids. She began her journey under Eduardo de Lima's lineage and currently cross-trains between Gulfside and Kauan Barboza's academy.