Professor Ashley Proctor-Costa began her martial arts journey with boxing and wrestling before discovering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2008. A 7-time IBJJF World Championship medalist, including two Golds in 2013 and 2017, she combines competitive success with a passion for teaching and empowering others, especially kids, in BJJ.

Professor Alex Costa, a 5-time IBJJF Master Black Belt World Champion from Brasília, Brazil, has over 30 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience. Known for his compassionate and fundamentals-focused teaching, he views Jiu-Jitsu as a tool for personal growth, mental clarity, and resilience, inspiring students to excel on and off the mats.