MEET THE MASTERS OF GRIP
At GRIP, we believe that true mastery comes from learning from the best. Our instructors are world-renowned figures in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, and Karate, bringing unparalleled expertise and passion to every session. Prepare to elevate your skills with legends from Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, and beyond.
Adam Chin Leung Kam: the architect of caribbean combat sports
Adam Chin Leung Kam is the Owner and Head Instructor of Budokan – Chin Leung Martial Arts, one of Trinidad & Tobago’s most respected martial arts institutions. With decades of experience across Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Mixed Martial Arts, Adam is also deeply involved in athlete development, coaching, and event promotion across the Caribbean through his MMA promotion Caribbean Ultimate Fist Fighting (CUFF), and his newest grappling promotion CHOKE.
He serves as the President of the Mixed Martial Arts Association of Trinidad and Tobago (MMAATT) and the Vice President of the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Wrestling and Beach Wrestling Federation (TTOWBWF). Adam is widely recognized as the father of MMA in Trinidad, known for building structured programs that blend technical excellence, discipline, culture, and community, and for creating pathways that expose Caribbean athletes to world-class instruction and international opportunities.
Master Sylvio Behring: lineage of jiu-jitsu excellence
Master Sylvio Behring is one of the most respected figures in the history of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, holding an 8th-degree Coral Belt. A direct student of Flavio Behring and the founder of the Sylvio Behring Association (SBA), his career spans over 40 years of teaching and developing elite practitioners. Master Behring has been instrumental in spreading traditional, pressure-based Jiu-Jitsu globally, mentoring countless world-class black belts, instructors, and academy owners.
He is renowned for his emphasis on connection, leverage, efficiency, and old-school fundamentals. Training under Master Behring is widely regarded as a rare opportunity to experience pure, lineage-based Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level, an experience that promises to deepen your understanding and refine your techniques.
Professor Jesse Richardson: the art of technical clarity
Professor Jesse Richardson is a senior 5th-degree Black Belt under Master Sylvio Behring and one of the leading instructors within the Behring Jiu-Jitsu system. He is known for his exceptional ability to break down complex concepts, with a strong focus on structure, pressure, and technical clarity. With extensive international teaching experience, Professor Richardson plays a crucial role in ensuring high-level individual attention, technical refinement, and continuity during all GRIP training sessions.
His approachable teaching style makes advanced techniques accessible and understandable, allowing participants to grasp the subtle nuances of Jiu-Jitsu and integrate them into their practice effectively. Professor Richardson's expertise ensures that every guest receives personalized guidance to maximize their learning experience.
"The instruction at GRIP is simply world-class. Learning from these masters has transformed my understanding and skill in ways I never imagined."
Conor McGregor