04 / The faculty

Good coaching is a form of attention.

Our instructors bring experience, but they teach for the person in front of them—not the version of a student they expect to see.

Johnny Vance, Founder & Head Instructor01
Founder & Head Instructor

Johnny Vance

32 years of practice · Youth mentor

Johnny started teaching because he wanted students to experience the steadiness that training gave him. His classes are clear, warm, and quietly demanding in the right ways.

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Elena Ross, Youth Program Director02
Youth Program Director

Elena Ross

Exercise science · Kids coach

Elena is known for noticing the student who needs one more explanation and the student who needs one more chance to lead. Her room is structured, energetic, and kind.

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Marcus Bennett, Adult & Specialty Coach03
Adult & Specialty Coach

Marcus Bennett

BJJ brown belt · Movement specialist

Marcus makes technical training approachable. He helps adults understand the why behind each movement, then gives them the space to make it their own.

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A coach's job
“Make the next right thing clear enough that a student can do it.”
— Johnny Vance, founder
Meet us on the mat

Bring your questions. We will bring a place to begin.