Brazilian Jiujitsu/Judo/Wrestling/MMA

Brazilian Jiujitsu/Judo/Wrestling/MMA

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About

Andrew Hooper - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Instructor

I've been a Fitness Instructor in the Tri-State area, as well as internationally (Caribbean and South America) since 2004. My studies in Combat Sports/Martial Arts began with Amateur Boxing in 2004 within the Guyanese Defense Force (Military), which evolved into pursuing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Submission Grappling, Judo & Mixed Martial Arts in 2009 within the United States under the Renzo Gracie banner. I recently relocated to Dalton, Georgia, and continued my education under Shawn Hammonds Black Belt, Jason Finnell, attaining the level of Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu in October 2022. Recently I became co-owner of my own Jiu-jitsu academy, Kuzushi Club Dalton, now training under 10th Planet Eddie Bravo Black Belt, Sean Applegate.

Qualifications & Experience:

-Renzo Gracie Fight Team Athlete 2018-2021

-Brazilian Jiujitsu Purple Belt under John Danaher (Renzo Gracie Academy NYC/Danaher Death Squad)

-Amateur Mixed Martial Artist (2-1)

-Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Brown Belt under Jason Finnell

-Currently training under Sean Applegate

-Judo Brown Belt under Bruce Fraser


Highlights

Hired 2 times
2 years in business
Serves Dalton , GA

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    Lisa B.

    Even though fitness has been an intergral part of my life.After having my second child I fell completely off the wagon.It was quite the challenge getting back into the gym.But working with Drew even from the first day was amazing.He provided achievable goals,engaging sessions and I was still able to function after an full body workout.Which is what I needed as a mother.Drew is a skilled professional that caters his routines based on the individual .
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    February 24, 2019

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    Natasha B.

    It was the fittest I have ever been. Catered to my level of fitness and made me stronger, lean and healthy through eating the right food.
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    February 07, 2019

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    Billy L.

    I started with True Form back in 2007 and immediately hit it off with Drew. Back then I hired Drew as my Personal Trainer. My goal was to regain the fitness level that I was at when I played college football. Also, to get back in shape as I began my Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey at 35. With balancing family and business my weight increased to an all time high of 231 pounds. After receiving nutritional guidance and training with Drew 3x a week for several months, I exceeded my expectations and weighed in at 183 pounds. Drew not only pushed me when I trained with him but more importantly educated me on how to stay fit and make it a lifestyle. I was so happy with my experience that I hired True Form to train a few of my employees. Today, Drew with his creative approach to training and sports nutrition continues to help me not only off of the mats but on as my Jiu-Jitsu coach.
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    Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt
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    January 03, 2019
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    Billy L.

    January 03, 2019
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    justin S.

    When I was thinking of starting my personal fitness and Jiujitsu journey, I was recommended Drew Hopper by one of my friends. Drew gives you a real education in fitness and organic learning in Martial Arts, nutrition and fitness. When working with Drew, He helped rebuild my confidence and discipline with his expert training. The one on one personal touch and attention builds my character. His teaching strategies and techniques are definitely money well spent. In 2019, I have big plans with Drew. I will continue training with him in break my plateau weight but now tone and build muscle after losing over 40lbs along with improving my skills in the Martial Arts.
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    January 03, 2019
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    Frequently asked questions

     I always set up an initial consultation to discover what goals and aspirations a potential client/student seeks to achieve. From there we lay out an effective routine/program that will help them reach their goals in the quickest yet most productive way possible. 

    National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer

    NASM Sports Nutritionist 

    Brazilian Jiujitsu Brown Belt under Jason Finnell of Veritas BJJ

    Judo Brown Belt under Bruce Fraser of USA Judo

    Mixed Martial Artist (actively competitive) 


    Services offered

    Mixed Martial Arts
    Meditation
    Wrestling
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