Instructors

Head Instructor and Owner at Great Grappling

Starting at a young age Jeremy showed interest in Martial Arts. Heavily influenced by his uncle, Robert Arel (Black Belt Hall of Fame inductee), Jeremy began informal training at ...

Business Manager and Instructor

Professor Johnny Lea received his Black Belt from Jeremy Arel on May 21st, 2022. As a child Johnny was actively involved in martial arts, primarily Jeet Kun Do. He was introduced ...

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Evan received his Black Belt from Jeremy Arel on October 27th, 2020. He is the lead instructor of our kids program, and strong leader within the Great Grappling community. He ...

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Professor Nelson Mercado is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He has practiced for over 15 years, and was a long-time competitor. Professor Nelson is the Head Instructor at ...

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Patrick is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He has taught our beginner's classes in the past and he is an assistant instructor in our adult classes. He has practiced jiu ...

Affiliate Instructor at Art of Motion

Aaron King is a Black belt and the Head Instructor/Owner of Art of Motion in Indian Trail, North Carolina. Aaron has practiced Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for over a decade. ...

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Derek is an accomplished grappler with over 15 years experience. Derek’s desire to train is only surpassed by his need to teach. In addition to being a Black belt in Jiu ...

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Professor Jake Boehmann is a Black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Jeremy Arel. He is a talented competitor and a passionate community member. He gives to the Great Grappling ...

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Fred received his Black Belt from Jeremy Arel on April 28th, 2021. He has trained in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for almost 15 years. He became interested in the combat arts while ...

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Shane received his Black Belt from Jeremy Arel on October 1st, 2020. Shane was an elite wrestler when he was in high school. Shane is passionate about teaching - especially in ...

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Jason is a Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He often fills in for Professor Arel as the lead teacher of our Advanced Children's Class, and in our adult classes. He has practiced ...