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, and teaches a jiu jitsu based mobility and exercise class for injury prevention.