Enlisted Nine Fight Company

The training philosophy at Enlisted Nine emphasizes equality and community across all experience levels. Students from military, law enforcement, first responders, and civilian backgrounds train together in a positive, family-friendly environment. The academy offers instruction in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, No-Gi Grappling, MMA, Muay Thai, Wrestling, and Judo, catering to everyone from world-class competitors to casual practitioners. Beyond physical benefits, the program builds mental fortitude to tackle anxiety and stress both on and off the mats.

The instructional team includes highly experienced coaches: Professor Colton T. Smith (4x UFC veteran, 8x IBJJF Gold Medalist, 2x IBJJF Pan Am Medalist), Professor Richard Pasinski (4x IBJJF Silver Medalist, ADCC Silver Medalist, 2021 Pan Am Medalist), Coach Isaiah "Grizzley" Riley (Brown Belt, 2x IBJJF Pan Champion), Coach Nick Hunt (Brown Belt, Combatives Master Trainer), Coach George Antoniou (3rd Degree Judo Black Belt), Coach Carlos Castrejon (Muay Thai specialist), Coach Darian Lira (Purple Belt, Sub-Novice Golden Gloves Champion), and Coach Tofan Qayumi (international wrestling champion). The academy's motto is "Preparing to survive the worst day of our lives."