Hunter Ford
Founder and Head Coach
Hunter is best described in three words: enthusiastic, dedicated, and encouraging. Hailing from the Snowy Mountains region of Batlow and Tumut, he began his Jiu Jitsu journey in 2008 and has since competed in numerous Australian competitions. Through his own experiences of triumphs, setbacks, wins, losses, and injuries, Hunter brings a wealth of knowledge to his coaching, passionately sharing these insights to inspire and guide his students.
Pictured here with his Sensei and friend Dan Higgins, receiving his black belt after nearly 15 years of training.
Robert Deery
I grew up in Bairnsdale, Victoria and moved to Wagga in 2008. I have been training Jiu Jitsu with Keystone Jiu Jitsu from 2017. I enjoy the never ending riddle that is Jiu Jitsu and look forward to training on the mats with all new and experienced practitioners of the art.
Ben Pagett
I grew up playing Rugby League/Union and boxing on the Central Coast. I moved to Wagga with my wife in 2016. Since then, I have had three children. I have coached multiple junior sports teams, including the Rugby League and Soccer. I completed annual CPR and Anaphylactic training.
Jase Gannon
I was born in Wagga Wagga and have lived here all my life. When I was younger, I played cricket and baseball, and nowadays, when not at work, I enjoy camping with my wife, children, and friends. In 2008, I decided to start a martial art and started with Aikido, which I trained in for 8 years. In 2017, I started training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, which I am still doing.
David Bardos
I moved to Wagga Wagga with my family in 2006 and have been passionate about regional Australia ever since. I aim to make this city the best place to live, work, and invest.
With over 35 years of experience in martial arts, I am committed to continuous improvement, honing my skills, and striving to be the best version of myself.
When not on the mats, I enjoy spending time outdoors, making memories with family and friends, and relaxing with our beloved pets—Whisky, our Pomeranian, and Luna, our exotic shorthair cat.