Street
Training should be grounded in real-life efficacy. Practical application comes before rulesets and gaming the system.
Warrior Coaching Staff
Our Coaches
You will not find a more complete coaching team in Colorado Springs. This staff carries UFC and ONE Championship experience, IBJJF black belt medals, and Army Combatives instruction. We coach through three connected lenses, Street, Sport, and Art, because the skills should serve your whole life and not just your record.
Sport
Sport offers structure, feedback, and challenge. Growth matters more than winning, and everything from drilling to tournaments is a chance to refine your skills.
Art
Martial arts is also a path of self-discovery. Through the joy of training, we uncover personal truth and keep improving.
FounderBen Westrich
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · MMA
- Founder of Warrior Fitness Center
- Chris Haueter BJJ Black Belt
Ben Westrich is the founder of Warrior Fitness Center and a Chris Haueter black belt who coaches BJJ and MMA in Colorado Springs.
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Natalie Salcedo
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · MMA
- Peak Fighting Championship Atomweight Champion
- ONE Championship MMA Fighter
Natalie Salcedo is a ONE Championship fighter, BJJ black belt, and Muay Thai champion who coaches striking and grappling at Warrior Fitness Center in Colorado Springs.
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Larry Ruiz
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · Grappling
- BJJ Black Belt under Ben Westrich
- BJJ Coach
Larry Ruiz is a BJJ black belt under Ben Westrich and a coach for grappling and MMA at Warrior Fitness Center.
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Kay Hansen
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · MMA
- UFC Veteran
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
Kay Hansen is a UFC veteran and BJJ black belt who coaches MMA, grappling, and striking at Warrior Fitness Center.
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