FX Self Defense gym
Est. 2018

About
FX Self Defense

FX Self Defense helps individuals of all ages achieve their goals in training and life. We cultivate a positive environment that nurtures learning and growth.

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Our Story

Our History

Owner Rocky Frizzell started training Judo at age 16 and now has over 26 years of training experience in many systems of defensive tactics and self defense.

Rocky opened the school in 2018 offering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Israeli Krav Maga after the local community made many requests for a gym. What started as a small group of martial artists transitioned into a larger self defense gym over time.

Today, our team strives to provide top-quality realistic training to help people meet the variety of goals they have. We succeed when our students succeed!

FX Self Defense facility
What We Stand For

Our Values

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Friendly

FX Self Defense welcomes all individuals to embark on a journey of success through martial arts training.

Modern

We train for real-world scenarios. The lessons you learn on the mat are functional, realistic, and applicable.

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Character

Martial arts is not just about becoming stronger, it builds discipline and integrity.

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Perseverance

Jiu-Jitsu challenges you to push yourself. You'll learn to overcome obstacles to succeed.

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Community

Whether you're interested in self-defense, Krav Maga, or BJJ, you will find a home here.

Meet the Team

Our Instructors

Our instructors are not only technical experts but excellent teachers who create supportive and challenging learning environments.

Rocky Frizzell

Rocky Frizzell

Owner & Coach

Founder of FX Self Defense, Rocky brings 26+ years of cross-discipline martial arts experience and international training in Krav Maga, BJJ, Muay Thai, Karate, Kenpo, and more.

Brooklyn Frizzell

Brooklyn Frizzell

Women’s, Kids & Krav Maga Coach

A Krav Maga Level 2 Instructor and BJJ Purple Belt, Brooklyn has 15+ years of experience and national-level medals in self-defense and competitive martial arts.

Frank Hayes

Frank Hayes

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Coach

Frank is a BJJ Black Belt with a deep wrestling background and over a decade of experience teaching high-level grappling.

Mike Gilbreath

Mike Gilbreath

Kids Jiu-Jitsu Coach

Mike, a dedicated parent turned coach, brings detail-oriented instruction and a strong bond with students as a BJJ Blue Belt and Krav Maga practitioner.

Anthony Dodge

Anthony Dodge

Kids Jiu-Jitsu Coach

Coach Dodge is a Marine Corps Sniper veteran, BJJ Purple Belt, and Krav Maga instructor who brings intensity, discipline, and care to every kids class.

Chris Lawlor

Chris Lawlor

Muay Thai Coach

Chris brings traditional Muay Thai experience from California, with additional training in boxing, Tae Kwon Do, and Dutch kickboxing. His classes are dynamic and creative.

John Nickel

John Nickel

Krav Maga Coach

John is a certified Krav Maga Maleh instructor with a law enforcement family background, known for his clarity, technical accuracy, and empowering teaching style.

Aaron Parra-Asgari

Aaron Parra-Asgari

Muay Thai & BJJ Coach

Aaron is a BJJ Purple Belt and Muay Thai coach with a deep focus on technical precision and competitive prep, blending martial arts with life values.

Bret Demo

Bret Demo

Krav Maga & Muay Thai Coach

Bret is a Krav Maga Level 2 Instructor, Muay Thai coach, and active BJJ competitor who also works as a personal trainer and community leader.

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