After years of training and commitment John recently received his Kru Certification under 4x Muay Thai World Champion Master Sakasem “The Punisher” Kanthawong in October 2010.  In addition to Master Kanthawong, John has trained under Grand Master Toddy, Master Chan, UFC veteran and World kickboxing Champion Kit Cope, as well as Utah’s premier MMA coach Brandon Guzzo.  John has over 20 years wrestling experience and is currently a Sylvio Behring Jiu-Jitsu Blue Belt under Black Belt Professor Michael Hermosillo.
 
He also still actively competes in grappling tournaments. Some of his most recent grappling accomplishments include:
 
NAGA (North American Grappling Association)
Las Vegas Championships September 2009
• 1st Gi Division 140 pounds
• 2nd No Gi Division 140 pounds
 
Las Vegas Championships March 2009
• 2nd Gi Division 150 pounds
• 3rd No Gi Division 150 pounds

John lives in Draper Utah with his wife Shari and their 4 boys JT, Kyle, Cody and Austin.