BRAD BUKOVICS | BLACK BELT, OWNER & HEAD INSTRUCTOR
Brad has been training for over twenty years, starting with MMA in 1999 to get in better shape and later transitioning to training sport and self defense Jiu-Jitsu in 2004. After 15 years of dedicated commitment to the sport, Brad received his black belt from grand Master Relson Gracie in 2019.
With a deep passion for teaching the art of jiu-jitsu, he enjoys helping his students achieve any goals they hold for themselves, whether that’s winning gold medals or learning self-defense.
As the owner and head instructor, Brad cultivates a culture and community that supports and inspires each athlete to challenge and reach their highest potential.
Still actively competing, Brad holds an impressive list of accomplishments in the sport.
. 2024 ADCC Worlds Open Championship Gold medalist
. 2024 IBJJF No Gi Pans Championship Silver medalist
. 2024 IBJJF No Gi World Championship Bronze medalist
. 2024 IBJJF New Jersey Open Gold medalist Gi and no gi
• 2023 ADCC Chicago Open Silver Medalist
• 2023 Arnold Classic - First Place Black Belt Masters Gi - Gold Medalist Black Belt No Gi Gold Medalist
• 2021 Arnold Classic Black Belt Masters Gi Gold Medalist
• 2020 Arnold Classic Masters Advanced No Gi Gold Medalist
. 2019 Arnold Classic Masters Advanced No Gi Gold Medalist
• King of the Mat 180 lb. Challenger Series - Champion
• King of the Mat 170 lb. Challenger Series - Champion
• First place in multiple local competitions