SBG Vancouver Instructors

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Matt Thornton
Founder of SBG International, Master Instructor

Matt Thornton was the first person from the State of Oregon to receive a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Over the decades Matt has worked with some of the best MMA fighters, grapplers and combat athletes in the world.

Zach Thornton
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu And MMA Coach

Coach Zach Thornton Started Training Based On SBG Videos Back In 2002, While His Training Officially Started In 2011. He Is Coaching At The SBG HQ Since 2012 And Has Graduated SBGI’s First Ever ITP Level 1 And ITP Level 2.