COACH

David Close is a 2nd-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a 3rd-degree black belt in Judo, with a lifelong dedication to martial arts. A black belt under the renowned Alliance Jiu-Jitsu flag, David brings elite-level expertise and precision to his teaching, blending the principles of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo into a cohesive and dynamic training experience.



With decades of coaching experience, David has mentored IBJJF and international competition medalists, as well as regional and international MMA fighters. His unique approach, shaped by his engineering background, focuses on optimizing each student’s potential through structured, analytical methods.

In addition to his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo credentials, David holds black belts in Kyokushinkai Karate, Han Mu Do, Hapkido, and Akayama Ryu Jujutsu. This diverse martial arts background, combined with his academic achievements in engineering, makes him an exceptional instructor who bridges the technical and physical aspects of combat sports.

Train under David to experience world-class coaching that delivers results!