+1 931 240-3002 Sun Noon- 2PM | Mon - Fri 6AM - 8PM | Sat 10AM - 3PM 327 Warfield Blvd, Clarksville, TN

Our Staff

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Our Dream Team

“We work to empower all students – regardless of age, race, or gender – to walk with confidence as they face the world outside these walls.”

Renzo Gracie Clarksville strives to create a safe and positive atmosphere where students, regardless of their age or gender, will increase not only their ability to defend themselves but also their ability to focus, their self-confidence & self-discipline, and overall fitness resulting in a healthier spirit, mind and body.

To accomplish this mission we’ve put together a carefully crafted team of highly trained individuals to assist you in navigating every aspect of your experience with Renzo Gracie Clarksville.

Our BJJ Staff

Professor James Hoskins; Owner & Program Director

James Hoskins

Owner, Program Director, Black Belt BJJ Professor
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling Coach. Athletic Coordinator

Andrew Hansen

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling Coach; Athletic Coordinator

Zee Durham

Black Belt BJJ Professor | Tactical Specialist

Wellington Godoi

Black Belt BJJ Professor

Christian Arellano

Black Belt BJJ Professor | Wrestling Coach

Valentino Briones

Brown Belt BJJ Instructor | Youth Instructor

Jason Williams

Brown Belt BJJ Instructor

Luke Backes

Wrestling Coach | Purple Belt BJJ Instructor
BJJ Purple Belt Instructor Jon Jasper

Jon Jasper

Purple Belt BJJ Instructor

Duvien Garcia

Client Services Administrator & Purple Belt BJJ Instructor

Our Judo Staff

David Lavelle

Head Judo Sensei

Charlene Sekiya

Black Belt Judo Sensei | Blue Belt BJJ

Brinna Lavelle

Black Belt Judo Sensei | Brown Belt BJJ Instructor

Our Striking Staff

Duane Edwards

Head Boxing Instructor

Will Calhoun

Boxing and Muay Thai Coach

DJ Nicoleau

Boxing Coach

Our Wrestling Staff

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling Coach. Athletic Coordinator

Andrew Hansen

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling Coach; Athletic Coordinator

Christian Arellano

Black Belt BJJ Professor | Wrestling Coach

Luke Backes

Wrestling Coach | Purple Belt BJJ Instructor

Our Fitness Staff

AJ Carter, Jr.

Fitness Coach & Personal Trainer | Assistant Judo Coach

Our Administrative & Support Staff

Professor James Hoskins; Owner & Program Director

James Hoskins

Owner, Program Director, Black Belt BJJ Professor

Lynda LaBelle

Marketing & Sales Director

Duvien Garcia

Client Services Administrator & Purple Belt BJJ Instructor

Madison Harper

Front Desk Attendant