02/03/2026
What makes us different?!
My military background shaped the way I lead and grow my Jiu Jitsu gym through discipline, daily growth, and values-based leadership.
In the Army, I learned that progress isn’t an accident—you earn it through consistency and hard work. That’s why at Sh**un I focus on growth every day: improving my coaching, tightening the curriculum, sharpening the business, and helping every student leave better than they came in.
I operate the academy like a mission: set the standard, execute, review, and adjust fast.
I lead Shōgun Jiu Jitsu using the Army leadership values LDRSHIP:
* Loyalty: I’m loyal to my students and the culture we’re building—this isn’t transactional for me, it’s a commitment.
* Duty: I take my responsibility seriously—showing up prepared, being present to each of my students, and doing what’s right for my students even when it’s hard.
* Respect: A lot of people walk in nervous, out of shape, or unsure of themselves. Respect means meeting them where they are and building them up. Giving them respect immediately while earning mine through example and consistency.
* Selfless Service: I’m here to serve—my job is to help people grow, educate, gain confidence, and be there for my students, not just run classes.
* Honor: I represent my lineage, my professor, my academy, and my word. I want people to feel proud to train here.
* Integrity: I do what I say I’m going to do—on the mats and in the business. I live with these values on and off the mat. I do what’s right even when no one is watching.
* Personal Courage: It takes courage to start something new—especially stepping onto the mats for the first time. I push people to face that fear! I live it too as a business owner taking risks and building something from scratch is no easy task. Standing up for what’s right takes courage!!!
Bottom line, the military gave me the structure and the values to lead with standards, grow daily, and build a team-first and a culture where people become stronger on and off the mats.
This is a little insight into Sh**un Jiu Jitsu !
