Bio
Mike has been a lifelong martial artist, beginning his journey with traditional martial arts and kickboxing. Everything changed for him when UFC 1 hit the scene—after that, he was hooked on jiu-jitsu.In his early 30s, Mike co-founded the first MMA gym in the West Valley, where he went on to coach and corner over 50 MMA fights. Eventually, he shifted his focus entirely to jiu-jitsu. As a dedicated competitor on the local tournament circuit, he earned numerous medals over the years and achieved his black belt in 2023.Now, Mike is focused on coaching. With his background as a high school science teacher, he has a talent for breaking down jiu-jitsu in a way that emphasizes concepts over rote techniques, helping students truly understand the art.
