Coach Don Penny

Don considers himself a Coloradan (albeit a transplant), having relocated from California when he found the “love of his life.” Don has deep roots here in Colorado with two wonderful school age boys (Caleb & Jackson), and two adult boys (DJ & Michael). Don is a fitness and health fanatic and loves the year-round activities here in Colorado. Don is an accomplished 14’er hiker and overall outdoors enthusiast, he also volunteers to rescue, rehabilitate, socialize and re-home Pitbulls and has the most amazing dog ever, (a rescue, but not sure who “rescued” who), an American Staffordshire Terrier named Romeo.

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Don is an avid reader with a thirst for knowledge and growth, a lifelong learner. He’s a focused and driven individual who believes in personal and professional excellence. 

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Don also holds the rank of 5th degree black belt in Taekwondo, 1st degree in Aikido, and 1st degree in Okinawan Kobudo.

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Don also has degrees in Psychology and Organizational Management from Ashford University. Don is a US Air Force Military Veteran.

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Don enjoys teaching, coaching, and training Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and has made it a way of life. Don is first and foremost dedicated to teaching GJJ as a complete self-defense system.