JAG

JAG's martial arts training began in 1987's South Bronx under step father Ediberto Perez. Skilled in Muay Thai and Jeet kune do concepts, Perez trained Garcia in mixed martial arts and unarmed self defense.  Joshua's uncle, a U.S. Army close combat instructor and Goju-Ryu black belt under Grand master Aaron Banks, was the inspiration behind JAG's 10 year study of Japanese Budô and close quarters combat.

JAG trained in mixed martial arts and freestyle wrestling for 7 years attending TSK during the off season. He polished his grappling technique as BHS wrestling team captain under coach Ronald Bligh.  JAG attended Clarion university's individual/team camps, USA wrestling and Mat-time wrestling school. He joined the United States Marine corp at age 17 learning the refining close combat skills of Marine Corps. L.I.N.E. and M.C.M.A.P. 

Currently, JAG is a dedicated student of Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu and holds rank in both Okinawan Karate and traditional TKD.

"A human life gains luster and strength only when it is polished and tempered."

 ~Mas Oyama~