Brazilian jiu-jitsu classes in Harbor City and Culver City, California

In December 2002, John opened New Breed Academy with Johnny Ramirez, a long time student and friend.

Check out the list of Rodrigo Medeiros Black Belts

John is a 5th degree black belt from Rodrigo Medeiros and is recognized by the IBJJF and USBJJ.

John, along with Rodrigo Medeiros (Pacific Beach, CA) and Julio Fernandez (Burlington, VT), are founders of the BJJ Revolution Team (Carlson Gracie Team), with affiliate schools located across the United States as well as overseas. Teaching at South Bay Jiu-Jitsu on Saturdays (thanks to Bob Bass for the hospitality).

Officially started Tsunami BJJ team on December 2, 2013.