MEET THE TEAM
Classes at DV Martial will push you to do your best while setting your own pace. Classes are fun, challenging, and will include a combination of strength training, cardio, kickboxing, self-defense, and/or grappling. You will be able to work on your speed, agility, flexibility, mental focus and overall general fitness while learning new skills in a safe and friendly environment.
Danny Vergara is the lead instructor and owner of DVMA. He began his journey in Martial Arts after enrolling his two daughters at a local Martial Arts facility. He and his wife joined shortly after his daughters making training a family activity. He quickly realized his love of Martial Arts and sought to become an instructor. He has earned his brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and has a 2nd degree black belt in Krav Maga. He achieved his dream of opening his own Martial Arts studio in April 2021. His desire is to help others achieve their own personal fitness goals regardless of their age or fitness level while learning techniques for how to defend themselves if necessary.
Victor Canela is the lead Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor at DVMA. His interest in Martial Arts began after struggling with being bullied by his peers as a pre-teen and teenager. He began his journey in Martial Arts under Danny Vergara and developed a passion for the art of BJJ. His current BJJ rank is a purple belt under Laban Propst of Lucas Lepri in Knoxville, Tn where he continues to train. His desire is to help others learn the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, to one day own his own BJJ academy, and to become a world champion in BJJ.
