Instructors
Head Jiu-Jitsu Instructor/Owner
Jesse started his Jiu-Jitsu journey in January of 2007 and is a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Professor Steve Hordinski III (Relson Gracie black belt) of Katharo Training Center.
Jesse has competed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments and has tested his jiu-jitsu in mixed martial arts, achieving a 2-0 record. Jesse has also trained extensively in Muay Thai and boxing.
Jesse is an 19-year law enforcement veteran and has been a certified instructor in numerous law enforcement-related defensive tactics and arrest control systems, including the Gracie Survival Tactics program.
Professor Jesse “Taps” Tapsfield
Judo Instructor
Matt is a Nidan (second degree) black belt in Kodokan Judo and certified through USA Judo. Matt has won several judo competitions on the local and national levels. Matt held the 2021 National Champion Title for the Male Veterans category at 81 kg. Along with that accomplishment, Matt has also held state records in Colorado, Utah, Idaho, and Florida. Matt is a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Steve Hordinski at Katharo Training Center.
Matt is an 8th grade teacher at Sierra Middle School in Parker, where he assists with the wrestling team. Matt loves competing in Judo and learning new techniques and strategies. However, above all, Matt loves teaching Judo and watching people progress in their abilities to become better grapplers, fighters, and, at the end of the day, better people.