Born and raised in Austin, Rob (Co-Owner/Head Instructor) began his martial arts journey at the age of 11, studying BJJ before moving on to Taijutsu at age 13. After achieving his brown belt, he moved on to Kajukenbo Karate, which he achieved his black belt in while studying film at Texas State University.

Upon graduating, Rob moved in to training Muay Thai at Bang Muay Thai Austin, and stuck with the art ever since. 

Rob is also the host of the YouTube show Combat Self Defense.