PROFESSOR RAUL QUINTERO
Owner, Head Instructor,
BJJ Black Belt
Jiu Jitsu Therapy
Raul Quintero was awarded his Black Belt in December of 2015 under Master Claudio França Pires. Raul is a skilled competitor in the BJJ community. He has several Gold, Silver & Bronze medals from the U.S. Open, Pan-Ams, Master World's, American Nationals, American Cup, and All Star tournaments. Raul has been teaching BJJ in the community for over 9 years. His teaching experience includes adult classes, competition classes, and kids classes. He also made his MMA debut in 2015 winning his first fight in just under a minute with a rear naked choke! He is currently 2-0 with 2 submissions.
DR. ADRIANA P. MESA, PT, DPT
Board Certified in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Owner, Physical Therapist, Powerlifter,
BJJ Purple Belt
APM Physical Therapy
Jiu Jitsu Therapy
Adriana graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2009 with a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy. In 2012, she earned her Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from EIM Institute of Health Professions. She is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) with a background in strength and conditioning. Adriana is currently enrolled in a post-doctorate fellowship in orthopedic and manual physical therapy, with an emphasis in research and education.
Her professional expertise includes treating patients with orthopedic, post-surgical, and sports related injuries. Adriana has a special interest in ankle/foot disorders, as well as, knee and shoulder pathology. She's also a Certified Clinical Instructor and Coordinator for Clinical Education in her private practice. Other personal interests include competitive Powerlifting and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She is currently training for a powerlifting competition and also growing her skills as a jiu jitsu competitor. She is a co-owner of Jiu Jitsu Therapy, teaches the basics and fundamentals class, as well as a jiu jitsu based mobility and exercise class for injury prevention.