Contributors

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Frank Damelio

Frank Damelio is a high school teacher of business and Español. He earned his MBA at Boston College and has many years of experience in business consulting and public speaking training for fortune 500 companies. He is also a professional magician who has performed nationally. 


Frank earned his blue belt in BJJ under the instruction of Jason Patterson at TeamLink, Webster MA. He brings the lessons he learns on the mats to his students through his daily motivations at the start of every class. 


His favorite book is Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. In addition he loves red wine, dark chocolate (70%+ cacao ) and big hugs.


Nicknames: The Submission Magician, Poobah God, SnoopDizzleD, Frank the Tank

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Jason Patterson

Over 36 years of persistent training in the Martial Arts

  • BLACK BELT, GO-JU-RYU KARATE
  • BLACK BELT, JUDO 
  • BLACK BELT, BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
  • Certified Level 3 Instructor - Officer Survival Series.
  • National Champion - Gold Medalist at the AAU National Karate Championships
  • MMA Coach - Over 15 years coaching and cornering experience
  • BJJ Competitions - Over 10 years experience competing - Gold and Silver medalist in several grappling competitions.
  • Russian Systema - Extensive training and certification
  • Bridgewater State University - Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education with a concentration in Athletic Training.
  • Licensed Athletic Trainer - Massachusetts Board of Allied Health
  • Member of the National Association of Professional Martial Artists
  • Personal Trainer - Hand speed and agility training for Football Lineman
  • Affiliate of Adopt a Cop BJJ