Our staff of well-trained, professional instructors have extensive backgrounds in many different forms of martial arts. Not only are they extremely proficient, but they also have the unique ability to relay this knowledge to others. Our instructors motivate students to achieve their goals and propel them to heights they never dreamed possible.
Ryan L. Cook
Professor
- 5th Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do/ Kickboxing
- 1st Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Black Belt in Shorinji Kempo
- Pan American Silver Medalist
- IBJJF, NAGA and Abu Dhabi Certified Referee
Chris Guarino
Instructor
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor for over 4 years
- Hundreds of BJJ matches, over 20 Gold medals & multiple time Absolute Champion
- Boxing for 14 years
- Boxing trainer for 6 years
- Over 50 amateur Boxing fights
- Wrestling for 15 years, 2 time State qualifier
- Cross Fit Certified trainer
Brent Gallo
Instructor
- Black Belt in Evolution MMA
- Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brent Gallo has been training in the Martial Arts for most of his life under the direction of Professor Ryan Cook. He is a top level competitor who places in virtually every grappling tournament he enters. Brent has the unique ability of being able to fully understand and articulate the various details involved in the martial arts.
“It is so nice to have an instructor who has the knowledge, patience and desire to help children learn and develop in today’s society.” – Ryan Cook
Robert J. Cook
Program Director
Robert J. Cook, Operations and Office Manager, has a Phd in business management and years of experience in operating small businesses. He has teamed up with his son, Ryan, to help operate the school. He divides the business into two sections – operations and teaching.
“Ryan is invaluable as an instructor, but dealing with all the other aspects of running a business is where my interests lie. Together we create a ‘synergistic’ combination. I consider it an honor to be able to work with Ryan in running what I consider one of the best martial arts schools in the area.” – Robert J. Cook
Seth Ronchetti
Instructor
Seth Ronchetti started training in the martial arts over ten years ago while enrolled at the University of Illinois. He was promoted to the rank of Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Ryan Cook. While primarily focusing on Brazilian jiu-jitsu, over the years Seth has also trained in goshin jitsu, jeet kune do, judo, kickboxing, krav maga, and the stick and knife fighting of the Phillipino martial arts. He enjoys learning, teaching, and competing which he believes helps make him a well-rounded practitioner of the martial arts. He believes in the philosophy that there is no single correct way for all martial artists, but that each individual must find his or her own way.
