Instructors

Chris Holmes

Chris Holmes is the Chief Instructor at Elite Jiu-Jitsu. He earned his First Degree Black Belt in 2017, which is the year he founded Elite. He is certified through Chris Blanke of Badger Style Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — an affiliate of Six Blades Association — in Toledo, Ohio.

In 1995, Chris began training at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu University in Southgate under the tutelage of Dave Gomez. Since then, he has participated in numerous seminars, training sessions, and competitions.

Aside from his training in BJJ, Chris’s favorite things to do are relax and have fun.

Jake Mouro

Jake (wearing the white gi in the photo), earned his Black Belt in 2021. He is one of the original members from Basement Crew Jiu-Jitsu. Throughout his extensive career in BJJ, he has attended a number of seminars, taught hundreds of students, and participated in several local and regional tournaments.