931 241 2159 info@rgclarksville.com 327 Warfield Blvd, Clarksville, TN
931 241 2159 info@rgclarksville.com 327 Warfield Blvd, Clarksville, TN

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Our Staff

At Renzo Gracie Clarksville, our staff is the backbone of our academy and is committed to providing an unparalleled training experience. Our team of expert instructors brings years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai, and Performance Fitness, ensuring that every student receives top-tier coaching tailored to their personal goals. Whether you’re here for self-defense, fitness, or competition, our instructors create a supportive environment where students can grow in skill, confidence, and discipline. Every class is designed to challenge and empower, fostering individual progress and a strong sense of community.

Beyond the mats, our dedicated administrative and sales staff work tirelessly to support our members. From welcoming new students and helping with memberships to organizing events and maintaining smooth operations, they ensure that every member’s experience is seamless and enjoyable. Their passion for service helps make our academy a welcoming home for everyone who walks through our doors. At Renzo Gracie Clarksville, we are more than a gym—we are a family, and our staff is here to serve, support, and inspire you on your journey.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

James Hoskins. Owner and program director of Renzo Gracie Clarksville.

James Hoskins

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor | Owner | Program Director
Professor Zee Durham

Zee Durham

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor | Defensive Tactics Instructor
Professor CJ Garza

CJ Garza

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor | LEO Instructor
Professor Valentino Briones

Valentino Briones

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor
Instructor Michelin Villalobos

Michelin Villalobos

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt Instructor | LEO Instructor
Coach Alex Voight - Temp Photo

Alex Voight

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt Instructor
Coach Harry Guest

Harry Guest

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt Instructor
Coach Luke Backes

Luke Backes

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt Instructor
Coach Duvien Garcia

Duvien Garcia

Client Relationship Manager | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt Instructor | Women's BJJ Instructor
Coach Jon Jasper

Jon Jasper

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt Instructor

Judo

Sensei David Lavelle

David Lavelle

Black Belt Judo
Sensei Charlene Sekiya

Charlene Sekiya

Black Belt Judo
Sensei David Lavelle

Brinna Lavelle

Black Belt Judo | Brown Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Wrestling

Head Wrestling Coach T.J. Santiago

T. J. Santiago

Head Wrestling Coach
Assistant Wrestling Coach Kyle Sheahan

Kyle Sheahan

Assistant Wrestling Coach

Striking

Coach Diego Colunga

Diego Colunga

Boxing Coach
Boxing, Muay Thai and Kickboxing Coach Will Calhoun

Will Calhoun

Boxing, Muay Thai, and Kickboxing Coach

Prime Performance

AJ. Carter, Jr., primary fitness instructor at Renzo Gracie Clarksville who leads the Prime Performance department

A.J. Carter, Jr.

Prime Performance Fitness Instructor

Mixed Martial Arts

George Byard

George Byard

MMA Instructor | Purple Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jistu Instructor
MMA Instructor Spencer Lawrence

Spencer Lawrence

MMA Instructor
MMA Instructor Tyler Martin

Tyler Martin

MMA Instructor

Administration

James Hoskins. Owner and program director of Renzo Gracie Clarksville.

James Hoskins

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor | Owner | Program Director
HR Director Temp Photo

Odell Broom

Human Resources & Operations Director
Marketing & Communications

Lynda LaBelle

Marketing & Communications Director | Sales
Coach Duvien Garcia

Duvien Garcia

Client Relationship Manager | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt Instructor | Women's BJJ Instructor
Customer Relationship Representative

Jada Hoskins

Customer Relationship Representative
Customer Relationship Representative

Jonathan Williams

Customer Relationship Representative

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