PROFESSOR JOHN DAVIE

John began his martial arts journey in elementary school learning to wrestle under undefeated legend Richard DiBatista and continued through high school. After exploring different martial arts in his 20’s John began studying Tae Kwon DO at age 30 and continued on to earn his 3rd degree Black Belt.  At the tender age of 46 he began his path in BJJ. After 3 years he was fortunate to meet and study under Professor Ryan Walden (then a brown belt). Like many other people, John’s original intent was to learn BJJ for self defense and to set the example for his two sons. After 14 years John earned his Black Belt under Professor Walden. Today his focus is on the “art” of BJJ and the exploration of movement and “flow”. Self defense is still at the root of how John approaches his teaching and he is grateful to have the privilege of being able to help people reach and exceed their personal goals.