Evan Robinson, Owner
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt

Evan is a 2-stripe brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Rich Latta of Renzo Gracie PA. Evan started training in 1996, at the age of 21, with his good friend Joe VanBrackle. An unfortunate life event forced Evan to leave jiu-jitsu behind after only 1 year, but he made a promise to himself and Joe that he would continue his jiu-jitsu journey when he could. Since returning in 2015, Evan has been focused on sharing his passion for self defense jiu-jitsu with all who will listen. It is Evan's life work to make others feel safe and reap all the benefits that jiu-jitsu has to offer. From leadership skills to developing courage and self-worth, Evan embodies everything jiu-jitsu teaches and passes it on to fellow students. Evan is active in the community. He is the founder of a non-profit, the RVJJSF.org, which offers jiu-jitsu scholarships locally, to bullied and underprivileged youth. He also coaches local law enforcement so that they may be better prepared while doing their job. Evan has competed in numerous Jiu-Jitsu competitions. He has found his love for coaching and watching others succeed. Evan believes jiu-jitsu is a gift for all the world to share and hopes you stop in one day so he can share it with you !

​EVAN ROBINSON ​(BELTCHECKER)

LINEAGE: MITSUO “COUNT KOMA” MAEDA > CARLOS GRACIE SR. > CARLOS “CARLINHOS” GRACIE JR. > RENZO GRACIE > RICH LATTA

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Chad Kilhefner, Coach
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt

Chad is a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Rich Latta of Renzo Gracie PA in Hatfield, PA. He is a former amateur boxer, having trained under former heavyweight champion Larry Holmes, in Easton PA. Chad began his jiu-jitsu journey at age 41 and it completely transformed his life for the better. For years he suffered from back pain, weighing over 300 pounds, and was convinced that his best days were behind him -- until he mustered up the courage and made the decision to step on the mats and give jiu-jitsu a try. With consistent effort and perseverance, he was able to transform his mind, body and spirit to a better version of himself through the art, camaraderie and magic or jiu-jitsu. He is an advocate for people to become strong, healthy, happy, confident and dangerous -- and choosing to use it for good. Chad has a passion for helping people develop the best parts of themselves and seeing them achieve more than they thought possible. Come experience the contagious enthusiasm he has for jiu-jitsu and self defense. If he can do it, so can you !

LINEAGE: MITSUO “COUNT KOMA” MAEDA > CARLOS GRACIE SR. > CARLOS “CARLINHOS” GRACIE JR. > RENZO GRACIE > RICH LATTA

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Kirk-Patrick Capers, Coach
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt

​My martial arts journey started in the military in 2014. That year, I completed Level 1 of the Modern Army Combatives Program (MACP). I completed Level 2 of MACP in 2016. In 2017, I began my Jiu Jitsu journey at US Family Martial Arts in Phillipsburg, NJ. In 2019, I completed Levels 3 and 4 of MACP, the highest level in the United States Army. This opened up my ability to train soldiers in Levels 1 and 2, and I found a new love for teaching combatives to soldiers.
In 2022, I started training at Renzo Gracie PA and earned my blue belt. In 2023, I began training under John Terry at Terry Brothers Fighting Arts, where I continue to train today. In 2024, I earned my purple belt. In 2025, I earned my green belt in Kodokan Judo under Master Sanchez.
My love of martial arts stems from a self-defense perspective. I believe that martial arts not only allows you to protect yourself in many situations, but also helps build confidence in everyday life. For these reasons, I choose to learn and teach self-defense. I look forward to seeing you on the mat and continuing to both teach and learn from everyone there.

LINEAGE: MITSUO “COUNT KOMA” MAEDA > CARLOS GRACIE SR. > HELIO GRACIE > ROYLER GRACIE > SAULO RIBEIRO > JOHN TERRY