Instructors
Albert Hughes
I was first introduced to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2002 through a friend. I was instantly attracted to the effectiveness of the techniques that he would show me. In 2004 I decided to make jiu jitsu my primary focus. Since then I have been training full time and competing multiple times per year all over the US and internationally. I received my black belt from THE MAN Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu in February 2011.
I remain a student of the art and always will. These days I am focused on sharing my experience with my students and grooming a jiu jitsu army to represent our flag. I’m an easy guy to talk to. If you want to know more come train and ask.
John Hoffman
John was born in Houston, Texas, but grew up, as his nickname implies, in “Georgia”
John is an active registered nurse who started training as a way to lose weight, but after falling in love with martial arts, now finds himself teaching Jiu Jitsu, and he is also part of the Mat Mission, which uses the power of Jiu Jitsu to serve communities in need and provide leadership and mentorship to the youth.
Kendrik Williams
My name is Kendrik, Coach K for short. I have been in martial arts over 20yrs.
I have earned a Black belt in Kyokushin karate, I am a Kru in muay thai under Arjarn Chai and earned kickboxing and mma professional titles.
I have been coaching kickboxing and muay thai for 8yrs.
Kari Summers
Kari Summers is a mother of 4 and a dedicated athlete and coach
She leads the women’s program for all Genesis locations. Kari focuses on positivity and encouragement in the ladies’ classes as women gain confidence through learning BJJ
Kari brings a unique skill set as she has a Level 1 and CrossFit Kids certificate.
Has won multiple IBJJF championships in Gi and nogi, including Pans and master worlds at purple, brown, and black belt.
Eric Lincoln
Began training in June 2005 to keep myself in good health and it quickly became the thing I love most! I was able to start teaching as a blue belt (I was awarded my blue belt after six months) and have been at it ever since!
I met Albert Hughes in 2008 at a tournament where I was competing one of his team members and and shortly after I joined him when he opened Genesis Jiu Jitsu.
I was awarded my black belt in 2012 by Sina Hadad and Bret Bosler.
I began teaching nogi at Genesis and now proudly continue after 11 amazing years.
Jerry Botello
Jerry has a wrestler’s background and has trained in Jiu Jitsu since 2005. He was on and off at different gyms, but became part of the Genesis family in 2010.
He took some time away from the gym when his son was born, but in 2020, when his son was officially of age to join the gym, he picked right back up on his training.
He now coaches the kids’ classes, and in December of 2023, he was promoted to brown belt.
Jason Bright
Jason is originally from St. Louis, Missouri. He started training in 2014 and became an instructor in 2017. He is married and has one daughter.
Notable accomplishments:
Received Black Belt in September 2019
Silver Medal Austin Open 2021
Silver Medal New Orleans Open 2022
Bronze Medal Dallas Open
Javier Orona
My name is Javier, I’m a black belt under Albert Hughes and Braden Masters. Ive been with the genesis family since 2013.
I’ve been a black belt, teaching and competing for almost 3 years. Competed throughout my journey and continue to do so because I feel it’s important for the growth of the academy.
Joshua beck
Joshua is 32 years old. He is a UT Arlington collegiate wrestler turned BJJ instructor.
He has 10+ years grappling experience.