Meet the Team

Dean Astarita is a Purple Belt with eight years of experience training Jiu Jitsu. He is the creator of Fear the Reaper, a modern leg locking instructional built around inside ashi and the Z-Lock.

At Modern Art Jiu Jitsu, he is dedicated to helping every student improve their technique, stay motivated, and have fun mastering the art of Jiu Jitsu.

Gianni is a Black Belt at Fight Factory Jiu Jitsu, known for his aggressive wrestling style and high-level submission game. He has a deep understanding of body mechanics, injury prevention, and rehabilitation — keeping fighters healthy, strong, and competition-ready.

His expertise in strength and conditioning helps athletes develop power, endurance, and resilience without sacrificing longevity. Whether sharpening technique on the mats or optimizing performance and recovery in the gym, Gianni delivers a complete, athlete-centered approach to coaching.

Adam "Feisty" McPhie is a Brown Belt with over eight years of dedicated training and coaching experience, and currently trains at Simple Man Martial Arts. Known for his relentless pace and aggressive, technical approach, Adam has earned his nickname through a style that's equal parts intensity, precision, and grit.

Adam specializes in back takes, leg entanglements, and front headlock systems, helping students learn how to control positions, create attacks, and transition with confidence.

James Gill is a dedicated grappling coach and Purple Belt known for his technical skill, passion for teaching, and commitment to helping students grow on and off the mats.