ABOUT US
Located in North Charleston, we are dedicated to sharing the transformative benefits Jiu Jitsu with our community. Our classes promote discipline, boost confidence, and foster a sense of camaraderie among members. We are committed to guiding individuals on their journey helping them develop not only their skills but also a healthier mindset. Together, we can change lives, one roll at a time.
INSTRUCTORS
Zacharie Baron-Powell
Head Coach of the evening program at Viktos Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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Meet Charleston native Zacharie Baron-Powell who brings over 15 years of experience to Viktos Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As a 2x Sirius Grappling Super Fight Winner, Carolina Combat League Super Fight Winner, South Eastern Grappling Super Fight Winner, and Newbreed Advanced Champion, Zacharie has proven himself as a formidable competitor on the mat.
A black belt under Gustavo Dantas, Zacharie is dedicated to teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with a focus on building strong fundamentals, strategy, and technique. His approach is both technical and supportive, empowering students of all levels to reach their full potential. As the PM Head Coach, Zacharie leads classes with passion and dedication, fostering a positive and challenging training environment for everyone at Viktos Jiu Jitsu.
JB Burnem
Head Coach of the morning program
JB Burnem l, head coach of our morning program, is a distinguished and highly accomplished coach, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the team. He began his training at American Top Team under the guidance of Rodrigo “Baga” Ramos and has since earned his black belt under Jacob McClintock. JB has demonstrated his competitive prowess by medaling gold in NAGA, Grapplers Quest, and IBJJF tournaments.
In addition to his martial arts accomplishments, JB is a United States Marine Corps infantry veteran with 25 years of service in law enforcement, including over 15 years in SWAT and tactical operations. Previously certified as a Level 1 Gracie Survival Tactics Instructor (Law Enforcement). He is certified as a Defensive Tactics, Firearms, and Small Unit Tactics instructor through a federal agency. With over a decade of experience coaching Jiu-Jitsu, JB’s diverse background and commitment to excellence make higm an invaluable asset to our community.
Justin Vedrode
Assistant Coach at Viktos Jiu Jitsu
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Justin is a Jiu Jitsu brown belt under the renowned Jacob McClintock, with over 9 years of training and competition experience. His achievements include medaling at the IBJJF Pan Jiu Jitsu Championships, being a 2x IBJJF Gold medalist, 8x Silver medalist, and 8x Bronze medalist. He has also claimed victory in 3 Sirius Grappling superfights, 3 Carolina Combat League events, and multiple local tournaments.
For Justin, Jiu Jitsu is a lifestyle. He believes that everyone can and should train to better themselves both physically and mentally.
Cody McGuire
Coach at Viktos Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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Cody McGuire is a dedicated and accomplished coach at Viktos JJ, bringing over 4 years of coaching experience to the team. A Brown belt under Jacob McClintock, Cody began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey by earning his blue belt from Richard Victor and Alexandre De Souza in Florianopolis, Brazil. His competitive achievements are notable with Gold Medals in both IBJJF and Southeastern Grappling Association.
Cody’s expertise extends beyond Jiu-Jitsu; he has a strong foundation in wrestling, having been a North Carolina Jr State Champion, Virginia State Runner-up, and a Senior National Qualifier with over 120 wins before a brief career at Virginia Tech.
Cody McGuire’s diverse background and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable asset to Viktos JJ.
