JASON RATCHFORD

HEAD INSTRUCTOR | OWNER | FOUNDER

Jason is a 3rd degree Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Renzo Gracie and a 1st degree Black Belt in Judo under Fred Murty. He is an accomplished grappler with decades of training and teaching experience. Though he has practiced and competed in Jiu-Jitsu and striking his whole life, Jason gives significant credit to the time he has spent in the Blue Basement studying under John Danaher. Having trained with the "Danaher Death Squad"and more of the most renowned grapplers in the world, Jason is constantly striving to perfect his craft. By sharing all he has learned throughout his career with all his students, Jason aspires to change lives through the power of Jiu-Jitsu.

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS

Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

BRODY DIAL

Brody has been with Pride Lands for a decade, starting his training when he was 16. Through years of dedication and competition experience, Brody now hold a Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Jason Ratchford.

Head Youth Instructor

NEVIN LANGAN

Nevin began his martial arts journey early in his childhood. After nearly 16 years of studying several forms of grappling and striking, he holds a Purple Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Jason Ratchford.

Manager & Youth Instructor

MAKENNA RATCHFORD

As the coach's daughter, Makenna began her training at about five years-old. 15 years later, Makenna now holds a Blue Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Jason Ratchford.

Boxing Instructor

MIKE BARESSE

Mike has been with Pride Lands since our beginning. On top of his amateur and professional boxing record, Mike also holds a Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Jason Ratchford.

Kickboxing Instructor

RYAN MARCINKEVICH

Ryan has over a decade of experience coaching and competing in kickboxing, boxing, and MMA. Ryan additionally holds a Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Jason Ratchford.

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Jiu-Jitsu Instructor & MMA Instructor

JIMY HETTES

Jimy is a retired UFC fighter with decades of experience in various martial arts. He holds a Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Jason Ratchford and a black belt in Judo.

MMA Instructor

DAIQWON BUCKLEY

Daiqwon is an accomplished professional MMA fighter, having represented top global MMA promotions including the Professional Fighters League. He also hold a Blue Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Jason Ratchford.