May 15, 2024
🌟 Meet Coach Luke Backes! 🌟
Meet one of your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coaches, Luke Backes! 💪
Hailing from the sunny shores of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Coach Luke brings a wealth of experience and passion to Renzo Gracie Clarksville. Married with two wonderful daughters, he’s not just a coach but a family man with a heart of gold.
Coach Luke’s journey into the world of martial arts began in 2009 while stationed in Washington with the Army. It was there that he discovered his love for MMA, igniting a fire within him to train and compete at the highest levels. Fast forward to 2020, and we were fortunate enough to welcome Coach Luke into our Renzo Gracie Clarksville family.
With an impressive list of accolades under his belt, including being the #1 world ranked IBJJF M2 purple belt and #1 world ranked IBJJF M2 blue belt, Coach Luke’s dedication and skill are truly unmatched. He’s a 3-time IBJJF Master World medalist, 2022 Master World Champion, and a 3-time IBJJF Pan American Medalist, claiming the title of 2022 Pan American Champion. And let’s not forget his incredible achievements as a 2-time IBJJF 2023 European Champion and 3-time CBJJF Brazilian Nationals medalist, along with an astonishing 10-time IBJJF Open Champion.
But beyond his impressive resume, Coach Luke is a mentor, motivator, and role model to all who step onto the mats. His passion for the sport is infectious, and his commitment to helping his students reach their full potential is unwavering.
Together with Coach Jon Jasper, Coach Luke leads our RGC Adult BJJ Competition Team, known as the RGC Hit Squad. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just starting your martial arts journey, Coach Luke is here to support and guide you every step of the way. Join us in celebrating Coach Luke Backes, a true champion both on and off the mats! 🏆🥋 #MeetTheCoach #RenzoGracie #BJJ #Wrestling #ChampionMindset #RGClarksville #BeDoPush #IBJJF
