Our Instructors

Cristian da Costa

Born in Manaus, Brazil, Professor Cristian is a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor with 7 years of experience. Holding a black belt under Professor Cristiano Ribeiro (6th degree black belt) his dad and mentor, Professor Cristian has competed in numerous tournaments and has a deep passion for teaching. Specializing in both gi and no gi, he focuses on fostering a positive learning environment where students of all levels can grow in skill, discipline, and confidence.

Japeth Flores-Franco

Program Director and Coach

Japeth seamlessly blends his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu expertise with a knack for mechanics and culinary arts. Reliable as a substitute in gi and no gi, he is instrumental in fine-tuning techniques and pushing partners to excel. Off the mat, Japeth's adeptness extends to repairing cars, renovating homes, and training dogs. His commitment to community support and his all-around skills make him an invaluable asset to our team.