
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
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
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.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
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)