The USA Jiu Jitsu Leadership Team
The Administrative Team
The organization's hands-on team takes care of daily operations that involve the National Training Center and other managerial areas of USAJJ. These professionals are in charge of member relations, tournament planning, marketing, and much more.
The people listed on this page receive priceless assistance from many others that we're unable to feature in here, but that we'd like to thank.
"Papa" John Gorman
Known as Papa John by his students, John Gorman is the Commissioner of USA Jiu Jitsu and Executive Director of Jiu Jitsu International. He's a pan-american gold medalist and twice world champion, and has the greatest passion for Jiu Jitsu.
Click on the link above to learn more about him.
John Eidman
If Papa John is the brain of USAJJ, John Eidman is the backbone.
He is the General Manager for the National Training Center, but his responsibilities go well beyond that.
One of those responsibilities is as head of the Kids class program, which he teaches Monday through Thursday.
Know a bit more about John clicking on the link above.
Chris Stolzman
Chris Stolzman is USA Jiu Jitsu's National Tournament Director, and his responsibilities include (but are definitely not limited to) planning and organizing USAJJ's national and regional tournaments.
Chris is also in charge of vendor relationship and most of the organization's marketing communication. His extensive experience in the fitness and martial arts industry makes him a valuable asset in reaching gym owners and students alike.
You can get to know Chris a bit better clicking on the link above.
The Black Belt Council
In regards to setting rules and creating curriculums, as well as many other functions, USA Jiu Jitsu relies on the Black Belt Council. You can learn more about it and its members following the link.
Want to be a part of our leadership?
We're always looking for smart, qualified individuals that have a passion for Jiu Jitsu to parttake in our goals and achievements.
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