The Coaching
Staff

Owner, Professor, and Head Coach of Mixed Martial Arts and Viking Striking at Ethos. Tyler has trained under Carlos Farias, Mike Van Arsdale, John Botello, Mario Francis, Bob Karmel, and Daniel Brandt over 18+ years as both a competitor and coach. His coaching has produced state champions in kickboxing and MMA. Known for a detail-oriented, ego-free teaching style and a passion for developing the next generation of Arizona martial artists.

Owner and Professor with over 20 years of experience. A 2nd Degree BJJ Black Belt, Judo Black Belt, and former professional MMA fighter - Professor Wyatt is still an active professional Jiu-Jitsu competitor. He has coached everyone from beginners to professionals and has cornered pro MMA fighters in Brazil, Mexico, and across the U.S. in multiple major organizations. He believes martial arts and a healthy lifestyle can literally change a person's life.

Professor Angie has been studying martial arts for over 20 years. A 1st Degree BJJ Black Belt under Jay Pages and a Judo Green Belt under Professor Wyatt Shepherd, she leads the Women's BJJ and beginner kids programs. Her competitive record speaks for itself - 4x NAGA Champion and gold medals at every belt level in the AZBJJL. Her favorite part of coaching? "Kids - because they are full of magic and adventure!"

Owner and Professor David brings over 12 years of mats experience paired with a deep passion for mentoring. A 1st Degree Black Belt under Professor Jay Pages, he has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of BJJ - helping students of all ages gain strength, discipline, self-confidence, and real-world self-defense skills. Whether you're stepping on the mat for the first time or looking to elevate your game, Professor David brings knowledge, heart, and dedication to every class.

Professor Sean "Wing" has been a competitor since 2010 and holds a BJJ Black Belt under Jay Pages. Trained under John Munòs, Rhett Sandoval, Wyatt Shepherd, and Tyler Larsen, he brings a deliberately unorthodox approach to No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu that keeps opponents guessing. He's competed at the highest levels across IBJJF, NABJJF, SJJIF, AZBJJF, AGF, NAGA, and more.

Coach Jake has trained under Professors Tyler and Wyatt for six years, building a strong foundation through consistent work, competition, and a deep passion for martial arts. He holds the record for fastest submission in RUF history at just 39 seconds. As he works toward a professional fighting career, Jake is equally focused on passing on what he's learned - the values, techniques, and mindset that martial arts has given him.

Jon Geib is a BJJ Black Belt who spent 11 years as a US Army Ranger and Sniper/Sniper Section Leader before jiu-jitsu gave him the competitive outlet he was looking for. At 48 years old he's still an avid competitor - and the mental benefits he finds on the mat are unlike anything else he's experienced. An active champion who proves there's no age limit on martial arts.

Coach Joe began his martial arts journey in 2009 with Jeet Kune Do before evolving into boxing, Muay Thai, and K1. He competed in bare-shin K1 in Bournemouth and on Big Bang Fight Night in London in 2016, followed by boxing matches in 2018. Since relocating to Arizona in 2022, he's represented Ethos in four Muay Thai bouts including a title fight for the Arizona State Championship at 155lbs. He earned his BJJ Blue Belt in October 2024 and leads Friday night padwork and fight camp support for all striking athletes.

With about a decade of Muay Thai experience, Coach Tyler has dedicated himself to the development and application of striking martial arts both inside and outside the ring. Early in his career he competed in multiple fight promotions, gaining firsthand experience in the demands of high-level competition and refining the skills that now form the foundation of his coaching philosophy. Today, he channels that experience into coaching athletes and mentoring a competitive fight team - helping students build technical proficiency, mental toughness, and the discipline required to succeed at every level. His approach emphasizes strong fundamentals, strategic fight preparation, and continuous personal growth. In addition to his work in martial arts, Coach Tyler applies his combat sports background to law enforcement training, focusing on practical skills, performance under stress, and real-world application.

Coach Joshua has been training under Coaches Tyler and Wyatt for over a decade - growing alongside the community that began even before Ethos was founded. With early training in both Kickboxing and BJJ, he's developed not just skill but a deep appreciation for martial arts as a vehicle for confidence, respect, and perspective. Teaching Saturday morning Striking for over two years, Joshua considers it a privilege to give back to the community that shaped him.

An Arizona native out of the East Valley, Coach Antonio began wrestling in junior high and never stopped competing. He added BJJ, Striking, and Judo during his high school off-seasons and went on to wrestle at Augsburg University in Minnesota - a program known for dominance. Today he's a BJJ Brown Belt at Ethos: student, coach, and active competitor, bringing a wrestling-heavy game and broad athletic background to every class.

Coach Devon has been training under Professors Wyatt and Tyler for over a decade, developing into a well-rounded martial artist and dedicated kids coach. A BJJ Brown Belt and 2nd Degree Black Belt in Kenpo Karate, Devon leads the Children's Viking Striking program and believes the martial arts are a lifelong journey worth starting early.

Coach Greg "Gator" joined Ethos in 2023 and has since transformed his life - losing over 60 pounds and earning three amateur kickboxing fights with Apex Fight League, including the Youth 130 lb Title. He assists with Saturday Kids Striking and brings a perspective that's genuinely hard to teach: the lived experience of starting from scratch. He believes that with humility, consistency, and a willingness to learn, there's no goal too big to achieve.