As a decorated Army veteran and seasoned martial artist, I'm passionate about empowering others to forge their path to resilience, growth, and purpose.
Qualifications & Achievements:
• 3rd-degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
• Level 4 Combatives Instructor
• 11B Combat Veteran with CIB and Purple Heart
• Extensive military and civilian martial arts coaching experience
• Accomplished competitor with numerous wins in jiu-jitsu, grappling, and mixed martial arts
Experience:
• Head instructor for post-level Combatives programs at Fort Riley & Fort Carson
• Head instructor for Army Logistics University (ALU)
• Combatives instructor for Sheepdog Response
• Program Director, Condition 1 Combat Center (2022-2024)
• Owner/head coach at Halcyon Jiu-Jitsu (2015-2020)
Competitive Highlights:
• 3rd place, IBJJF Pan American (Brown belt Masters, 2012)
• 2nd place, IBJJF No Gi Worlds (Brown belt Adult, 2011)
• Multiple 1st-place finishes in Fight to Win tournaments
Certifications & Awards:
• Level 4 Combatives Instructor
• Airborne School
• Air Assault School
• Infantry School
• Field Sanitation Team Training
• CIB Awarded (13JUL03)
• Purple Heart Awarded (24JUN03)
My Mission:
At Forjador, I'm dedicated to sharing my knowledge and experience to help you forge a stronger, more resilient you. I believe that true fulfillment comes from living an integrated life, where physical discipline, mental toughness, and emotional resilience converge.
Through my online platform, I aim to empower individuals to cultivate a deeper sense of meaning, satisfaction, and connection. By sharing lessons from my journey, I hope to inspire a community that values growth, self-awareness, and service.
Join me on this path, as we explore the intersection of martial arts, personal growth, and intentional living.
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