OUR TEAM
KEVIN RITTER
Owner and Head Coach
Professor Kevin started his jiu-jitsu journey in 2006 at the acclaimed MMA gym "The Armory". He attained the rank of Black Belt in 2021, awarded to him by Professor Thaisio Feliz. He is an ABC Silver Medalist and multiple time IBJJF competitor. He is a lifelong martial artist, also holding a 4th Degree Black Belt in Shaolin Kung-Fu. Professor Kevin has been a martial arts instructor and business owner for 35 years, and has been accredited by news organizations, business magazines, and childrens organizations alike.
ELIJAH RITTER
Head Coach
Coach Elijah is Professor Kevin’s son, having been awarded his purple belt by Professor Igor Feliz in 2024. He is a 6x Treasure Coast Champion and has competed or medaled in IBJJF, JJWL, ABC, NAGA, New Breed, Florida State, and Copa America Championships, with 6 years of competition training, coupled with varsity wrestling experience in high school. Since 2024, Coach Elijah has been devoutly studying and implementing the "Constraints Led Approach", proudly serving as the only coach in the area supporting this scientific model.
Coach Jose earned his purple belt under Igor Feliz in 2023, and has been Coach Elijah's friend and main training partner for over 6 years. He is a Treasure Coast Champion, IBJJF Open Absolute Medalist, and several time IBJJF competitor, with over 7 years of competition experience. A devout student to the sport of jiu-jitsu, and a great analytical mind to have on the mats, you can always be sure that you are getting Coach Jose's full help and attention when taking part in his class.
JOSE CARRASQUEL
Head Coach