Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay-Thai, and MMA Academy
At Cogito Jiu-Jitsu we are dedicated to providing top-tier training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai/Mixed Martial Arts. We focus on safety first. Our academy is conveniently located in Central Florida near the Sanford and Lake Mary area. Our experienced instructors are passionate martial artists, committed to fostering a supportive community, empowering individuals and families to achieve their fitness and martial arts goals. Come visit us and see what we are about!
INSTRUCTORS
Dillon Gower
HEAD BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU & MUAY-THAI COACH
Coach Dillon began his martial arts journey in Tae Kwon Do, Genbukan Ninpo Taijutsu, and Judo in Virginia and Maryland. In July 2008, he moved to Orlando to train at American Top Team and to live the life of a martial artist to the fullest. Since then he has competed in BJJ, Muay Thai, and MMA. He was promoted to Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu by Paul Rodriguez in 2016. He has been a referee for IBJJF and NAGA For over 10 years.
Doug Townsend
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU COACH
Doug brings more than 5 years of BJJ coaching experience to Cogito. He focuses on how the body naturally learns skills, instead of repeating single moves. Doug designs live training games in his classes. He uses two main systems: Perceptual Control Theory (PCT) and the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA). These tools help students adapt in real time. They build skills that stick during live rolling. Off the mats, Doug is a software developer and a professional dance instructor. His mission at Cogito is to build a safe, playful space where students can sharpen their awareness and move with clear purpose. You can check out his website for more information below:
Benjamin Zeng
HEAD KIDS PROGRAM COACH, BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU & STRIKING COACH
Coach Ben started his martial arts journey at the age of 8 at Wah Lum Kung Fu under Pui Chan (33rd generation successor of the Shaolin Temple). He has studied and trained in Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Wing Chun, Jeet Kune Do, Judo, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and other martial arts all around the world. In 2017, Ben began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Dillon Gower and is currently a brown belt. His goal for Cogito is for it to become a learning hotbed for martial arts and to help create strong and respectful leaders of the future. You can check out his movement showcase and professional profile below:
Diego Gonzales
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU COACH
Diego was born in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, and has always been passionate about sports and physical challenges. His martial arts journey began 5 years ago, a path through which he developed discipline, technique, and a deep love for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Diego is currently a Brown Belt and serves as a Coach, continuously inspiring his students with dedication, patience, and a genuine passion for learning. His specialty is the combination of back take and Leg Lock techniques. Early on in his grappling development, Diego showed a prodigious ability to submit opponents regardless of their size or years of experience, frequently proving it multiple times during grappling rounds.
Let us get you started!
We do not have contracts and do not have sign up fees! We are interested in coaching students that honestly want to make a difference in their lives.
We want you to enjoy our classes before joining our academy. Please fill out the following and someone will message you promptly to book an appropriate appointment time for an observation first then 2 FREE TRIAL classes of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai/MMA or both!