World-Class Training
Elite Coaching Staff
Head Instructor
Coach Jamil
Hill-Taylor
Coach Jamil brings over two decades of elite-level competition and coaching experience to APEX. As an IBJJF World Champion and ADCC competitor, he has tested his skills against the best grapplers on the planet. His teaching philosophy emphasizes technical precision, strategic thinking, and personal growth — making world-class Jiu-Jitsu accessible to students of every level.
"Every student has a champion inside them. My job is to help them find it."
IBJJF World Titles
Multiple gold medals at the most prestigious Jiu-Jitsu championship
ADCC Competitor
Competed at the highest level of submission grappling
20+ Years
Over two decades of training and competition experience
All Levels Coach
Develops beginners to champions with structured curriculum
Head No-Gi Instructor
Coach John
Brottelli
Coach John is one of the most decorated No-Gi competitors in the sport's history. Ranked #1 globally in IBJJF No-Gi and a 2015 World Champion, he combines over 25 years of boxing experience with elite grappling expertise. His classes are known for their technical depth, live drilling intensity, and emphasis on competition-ready skills.
"The mat doesn't care about your ego. Show up, put in the work, and you'll surprise yourself."
#1 Global No-Gi
Top-ranked No-Gi grappler in IBJJF global rankings
2015 World Champion
IBJJF World Championship gold medalist
10+ Int'l Opens
Over ten International Open championship titles
25+ Years Boxing
Quarter century of striking expertise across disciplines
Wrestling Coach
Coach Dan
Scanlon
Coach Dan is an NCAA National Champion (2012) with over 17 years of coaching experience. His wrestling program has produced more than 20 Virginia State Champions, making it one of the most successful youth wrestling programs in the region. He brings collegiate-level technical expertise to every class while keeping training accessible and engaging for all ages.
"Wrestling teaches you that the only limits are the ones you set for yourself."
NCAA Champion
2012 NCAA Division I National Champion wrestler
17+ Years Coaching
Nearly two decades of dedicated coaching experience
20+ State Champs
Produced over 20 Virginia State Champion wrestlers
All Ages Program
Youth and adult wrestling programs for every skill level
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