50/50 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

In addition to his competitive exploits, Ryan is an accomplished coach, highly sought after for expert seminars all over the world. When Ryan isn’t training for competitions or learning from world class athletes from around the United States and the globe, he can often be found instructing Jiu-Jitsu and Combatives workshops for the United States military, helping to prepare the soldiers for any unarmed situation they may face while in the field. Ryan’s students have competed successfully at the local, national, and international levels, rising rapidly through the ranks. He has also produced a series of instructional DVDs that have garnered wide acclaim and is the author of “How To Master The Triangle Choke,” the definitive resource for training information regarding this signature technique of Jiu-Jitsu.

Ryan strives to create an environment that is welcoming to professional athletes and hobbyists alike. At Fifty/50 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, anyone can train intensely but safely while vastly improving their fitness and Jiu-Jitsu skills, regardless of whether they want to compete at the highest levels or simply shed some excess pounds and get into the best shape of their life.

A brief summary of Ryan’s accomplishments:

• Over 300 victories in competition (over 275 via submission)
• Over 200 victories in competition via triangle choke
• 2009 Abu Dhabi World Championships <65.9kg Bronze Medallist
• 2007 Abu Dhabi World Championships Alternate Match Champion
• 2009 Abu Dhabi North American West Coast Trials Professional Lightweight Champion
• 2009 CBJJ Mundial Bronze Medalist
• 2008 CBJJ Mundial Champion
• 2007 CBJJ No-Gi Mundial Champion
• 2008 CBJJ European Champion
• 2008 CBJJ Brasiliero Bronze Medalist
• 2007 US Open Champion
• 13x Professional Superfight Champion (NAGA, Grapplers Quest, NeverTap, US Grappling, et al)
• #1 RATED Competitor Overall Nationwide for 2006
• #1 RATED Advanced Submission Grappler Nationwide for 2006
• #1 RATED Purple Belt Competitor Nationwide for 2006
• #1 RATED Blue Belt Competitor Nationwide for 2005
• Many times Grapplers Quest, NAGA, U.S. Grappling, Mission Submission Advanced Division Champion
• Many times Grapplers Quest, NAGA, US Grappling Advanced Absolute (open weight) Division Champion

A few websites of interest:

• Ryan instructing the troops

Some links to Ryan’s matches:

• Ryan v. Renato Tavares (American Top Team black belt)
• Ryan wins the Open Weight Division at NAGA Virginia
• Ryan in the AGC Pro Division
• Ryan Hall v. Roberto Nery (Nova Uniao black belt)
• Ryan v. Monroe Hall
• Ryan at the No-Gi Mundial
• Ryan v. Jay Hayes in a No-Gi Superfight

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More than just a competitor, Seph brings with him to Fifty/50 extensive experience and knowledge of both coaching and personal training. As an official referee for several high-profile grappling organizations across the country (Grapplers Quest, NAGA, US Grappling, etc.), Seph sees thousands of competitive matches each year and uses this unique perspective to give his students uncommon insight into what it takes to be a successful competitor. The former head grappling coach at Team Lloyd Irvin/NoVA MMA, Seph helped student after student reach their goals both in the competitive arena and in personal fitness. At Fifty/50, he continues to work with students of all levels while furthering his own training and competitive goals. Seph specializes in creating a training environment based on positive reinforcement and hard work that will push any level of student to their limits while building their confidence in themselves and their skills. He is a passionate instructor who prides himself on being able to help his students reach their fitness and martial arts goals, whatever they may be.

Seph’s Competitive Accomplishments Include:

• Active Competitor in BJJ and Judo since 2001 and MMA since 2002
• Multiple time NAGA, Grapplers Quest, and U.S. Grappling Champion
• Won and Held the WKA East Coast Regional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Title Belt
• The Good Fight: “Dogfight In Dover” Professional Lightweight Champion
• Multiple time Beltsville Judo Champion
• Privately trained several members of the law enforcement and military communities, as well as secret service and FBI personnel

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A dedicated student and passionate, detailed instructor, Jen believes that all women should train BJJ because it is the only martial art that gives them the tools to reliably overcome a larger, stronger attacker. When she’s not teaching, Jen continues to train hard everyday to improve her skills and prepare for local, regional, and international competitions. In addition to her credentials in BJJ, Jen holds a brown belt in Tae Kwon Do and is a professional swim coach.

Competitive Highlights – BJJ/Grappling

• First Place, Purple Belt Open Weight – Gracie Nationals, January 23, 2010
• Second Place, Advanced No-Gi – Grapplers Quest, September 26, 2009
• Third Place, Purple Belt Absolute Class – Grapplers Quest, September 26, 2009
• Third Place, Blue Belt Absolute Class – CBJJ Mundial, June 5, 2009
• Third Place, Blue Belt Super Featherweight (Pluma) – CBJJ Mundial, June 4, 2009
• First Place, Blue Belt – CBJJ NY Open, April 2009
• First Place, Blue Belt – CBJJ Pan Ams, March 2009
• First Place, Advanced No-Gi Absolute – Fightworks Copa Nova, March 2008
• First Place, Advanced No-Gi – US Grappling: Lansdowne, Dec 2007
• First Place, Blue Belt – US Grappling: Lansdowne, Dec 2007
• First Place, Blue Belt Absolute – NJ Grappling Championships, Oct 2007
• Third Place, Blue Belt Super Featherweight (Pluma) – CBJJ Mundial (World Championships), August 2007
• First Place, Blue Belt – US Grappling: Richmond, July 2007
• First Place, Blue Belt – US Grappling: Diamond State Games, June 2007
• First Place, Intermediate Division – NAGA, May 2007
• First Place, Blue Belt – Grapplers Quest & Copa Atlantica, Oct 2006

Competitive Highlights – Judo

• First Place, Rokkyu – Maryland Open, Nov 2008
• First Place, Rokkyu – Maryland Open, Nov 2007

Follow Jen live on her blog: BJJ Cailin

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Torres also served as an assistant coach at Indiana University, his alma mater, and the University of Indianapolis. While an undergraduate at Indiana, Torres was a four-year letter winner for the Hoosiers and served as the team captain for two seasons. He was a three-time place winner in the Big Ten Conference and also qualified for the NCAA Division I Championships three times.

Since finishing his wrestling career in 2000 and pursuing coaching, Torres has helped a total of 25 student-athletes earn All-America honors, including four finalists and two National Champions.

He holds a bachelor’s degree from Indiana in social and behavioral sciences and recently received his master’s degree in kinesiology from Saint Mary’s College of California.

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Over the last 11 years Troy has had the opportunity to learn under the tutelage of, and alongside world-class martial artists such as Rick Faye, Greg Nelson, Dave Menne, and Sean Sherk (former UFC Lightweight Champion).

Prior to joining Fifty/50 BJJ, Troy was a Muay Thai instructor and assistant fight team coach at TLI Arlington. His varied and extensive experience as a coach and trainer makes Troy a huge benefit to the Fifty/50 BJJ team.

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