Rich started martial arts at 12 years of age. In 1994 he earned his black belt in Tang Soo Do under Dale Thompkins of Thompkins Karate Association where he taught adults and kids until 2014. After taking 2 years off he was recommended BJJ by a friend and started at Conquest. Rich is currently a purple belt in BJJ and still enjoys competing.
-2018 Silver IBJJF DC Open
-2018 Silver IBJJF NY Open
-2019 Gold IBJJF DC open
Conquest is a one of a kind gym. I have been going to gyms for 10+ yrs and have not gotten the results that I was able to achieve at Conquest. Everyone is friendly, from Staff to other members. Everyone is also willing to help you with whatever your goals may be. Not only has conquest allowed to me gain the results I was looking for, they also gave me the passion to better myself and continue to workout for a goal. I would and will recommend this gym to anyone who wants to get in shape, learn a BJJ, and the other martial arts that they offer.
-Juan De Jesus
I love that I found this place. Even though I already had a strict gym routine going It has been amazing for me both physically and mentally. The coaches are great and extremely knowledge. You always feel welcome and even if it’s your first few classes. You are given great direction and the coaches make sure they are available to you. Shout out to Pat and Wayde, you guys are awesome and one of these days that right hooks gonna land how it should. Smash the bug lol
-Janine Macmillan
I recently joined in January and am so impressed. People ask me all the time now if I’m working out again and tell me how great I look. More importantly I feel great. The trainers are awesome, as well as the other members. Best decision I’ve ever made.
-Tiffany Lynn