Coach George Johnson

Assistant Instructor
Blue Belt

George Johnson was born and graduated from school in Jefferson City, Missouri. He got his bachelor’s degree in exercise science from William Woods University. George is currently working on a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration.

George has 3 years  of MMA experience and 1 year of formal Jiu Jitsu before finding his home with Gracie Barra Columbia. His wife, Taylor, has joined him in training Jiu Jitsu. When not training together, George and Taylor like to relax and watch TV in their free time.

George Joined Gracie Barra Columbia full time as a program director 5 months after the school opening. It’s common to find George training 7 days a week.