Head Coach: BJJ Blackbelt/UFC Veteran
Mike C. teaches the majority of adult classes at Cies MMA, and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the mats each day. To start Mike earned his blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under the world renowned Jiu Jitsu legend, 8th degree Coral Belt, Master Sergio Pehna back in 2015. Before this, he had earned his blackbelt in the Miletich Fighting System, from UFC Champion & Hall of Famer, Pat Miletich.
Mike fosters a learning environment for all skill levels, but if the aspiration is competition he truly walks the walk. He is the only instructor in Colorado Springs, who is both a blackbelt in BJJ and has fought and won in the UFC. Mike won his UFCdebut via heel hook (BJJ Submission). Mike's MMA record at retirement was 20-4-1, proving his knowledge and expertise in a practical application.
Come learn straight from a UFC Vet!
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Kyle Kirk, BJJ Purple Belt Head Little Lions BJJ Coach: Kyle has been training Jiu Jitsu since 2020 and is an integral part of our program. He has competed in multiple professional grappling matches and local tournament brackets. More than often coach Kyle walks away victorious, and shares his wealth of knowledge with our kids. He chose to help coach because he saw the value of jiu jitsu and wanted to pass it on to kids in hope it changed their life too.
