Our Coaches

Ben, a Chris Haueter Black Belt opened the Warrior Fitness Center in 2011 while still actively serving in the U.S. Army. His accomplishments are notable, with a decorated career as a professional fighter, an All Army Combatives medalist, and a black belt No-Gi Pan American medalist and a multi-time World, National, and Pan American medalist.

Natalie Salcedo is a multi-talented martial artist with an impressive resume across Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA. She is the reigning 105 lb champion at Peak Fighting Championship . She has earned podium finishes in multiple prestigious jiu-jitsu tournaments including the IBJJF No Gi Worlds, IBJJF American Nationals, IBJJF No Gi Pan Ams, ADCC Orange County Open, and more.

Kay Hansen is a rising star in the MMA world, known for her dynamic skill set and relentless determination. With a strong grappling foundation and a dangerous submission game, she’s proven to be a formidable force on the ground, always looking to capitalize on any opportunity to finish the fight. Despite her young age, Hansen’s work ethic and maturity inside the cage set her apart. Tough, driven, and always evolving, she has the potential to become a dominant force in her division.

I grew up in the tristate area bouncing around between NY, CT, and NJ. My introduction to fight sports and competition was boxing as a juvenile and competing in the New York Golden Gloves. I joined the military in 2010, where I was introduced to great mentors and traveled around the world. Benjamin Westrich was one of those mentors introducing me to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu through the Army Combatives program. This altered the direction of my life. I was drawn to the problem solving nature of combat sports, granted a second chance at pursuing athletics through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu I never looked back. I can never give back what combat sports has done for me and taught me through the years, but it is my life pursuit to pay it forward as a coach, competitor, and friend.