The Coaches
Leadership, coaching, and advisory staff with real experience in military service, law enforcement, healthcare, wellness, academy operations, and competition.
Veteran-Owned
Beginner-Friendly
Family-Friendly
Safety First
Coach-Led Classes
Step Up Direct-Pay Provider
Founder & Director
Hayden Hetrick, CPT, SSC | Academy Professor / Sensei
American & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kosen & Kodokan Judo
Founder of Vykyng Martial Arts Club. Combat veteran, academy professor, and director of the integrated grappling system that anchors the academy.
Director of Wrestling & Conditioning
Joel Marietti | Head Wrestling & Conditioning Coach
Wrestling & No-Gi
Army veteran, competitive wrestler, and pro athlete. Leads wrestling, No-Gi development, and conditioning with a focus on pressure, takedowns, and real athletic progress.
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Volunteer Director of Striking & MMA
Leigh Andre | Head Striking Coach
Striking & MMA
Law enforcement officer and former ISKA kickboxing champion. Leads fundamental striking development for MMA with practical coaching and real-world experience.
Volunteer Women's Coach & Health Advisor
Nhung Hetrick, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC | Head Women's Coach & Health Advisor
Women's Coaching & Health Advisory
Board certified nurse practitioner and active Jiu-Jitsu competitor. Supports women's coaching, health awareness, and the family-centered culture of the academy.
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Volunteer Community Wellness Advisor
Dr. Kindra Marietti, PsyD | Team Wellness Advisor
Community Wellness
Licensed psychologist and former semi-pro athlete. Provides community wellness perspective and helps support the academy's student and family culture.
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