Coaching Staff

Adriano “Nasal” Pereira-
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Wrestling, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
Adriano Nasal Pereira is a 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and is one of 2 head instructors here at Total MMA Studios. A long time Brazilian Top Team member Prof Adriano has spent many years training in both Jiu-jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts. An excellent competitor Prof Adriano would capture many Jiu-jitsu and Submission Wrestling competition titles before entering the MMA arena in 2003, and over a span of 4 years he would not only train with many great fighters and champions but also amass a respectable MMA record of 5-3.
Currently Prof Adriano has turned his attention towards teaching and coaching his students here at Total MMA Studios where he looks forward to building champions and great martial artist.

Juliano Prado-
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Wrestling, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
Juliano Prado is a 3rd degree Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt and is one of 2 head instructors here at Total MMA Studios. A lifelong Jiu-jitsu practitioner Prof Juliano was one of very few Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belts who came to the United States in the mid to late 1990’s, since then he has had successful careers in both Jiu-jitsu and MMA. Training with many elite fighters Prof Juliano would not only accumulate a 4-2 MMA record but also capture the GC series lightweight title before stepping out of competition in 2008.
Currently you can find Prof Juliano teaching and changing people’s lives through the art of Jiu-jitsu as he has been a great mentor and coach to every student that has walked through his door seeking his knowledge.

Fernando Travessoni
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Women’s Brazilian Jiu-jitsu
Fernando Travessoni is a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu black belt and is the head women’s Jiu-jitsu coach here at Total MMA Studios. Hailing from Brazil Fernando has studied the art of Jiu-jitsu for over 20 years and in that time has won several major Brazilian and US tournament championships. A great teacher his personality makes his students feel right at home as he they are able to learn the art of Jiu-jitsu in a fun and safe environment.

Bryce Krause-
Muay Thai, Cardio Kickboxing Classes
Bryce “The Body Snatcher” Krause is professional Muay Thai fighter and the head Muay Thai coach here at Total MMA Studios. A long time practitioner of the sport Bryce started out as an amateur in the late 1990’s before turning pro in 2004. Since that time Bryce has amassed a pro record of 26-3-1 capturing many championship titles during his constant journey to the ring.
A dedicated coach and training partner to many pro and amateur fighters, Bryce has found his passion in helping other discover themselves through the study of Muay Thai.

Melinda Terrell-
Cardio Kickboxing Classes
Melinda Terrell is dedicated martial artist and is one of our Cardio Kickboxing instructors here at Total MMA Studios. Training in a variety of martial disciplines over the span of 10 years has given Melinda a very unique approach when it comes to teaching as she has been able to blend the arts she has studied in order to create a successful training program.
A certified instructor in both personal fitness and rape prevention Melinda has been instructing both law enforcement personnel and civilians since 2007 and has run a successful personal training business with her husband since that time. With all her experience and knowledge Melinda is valued asset to our gym as her teaching methods have aided our members in achieving their fitness goals.

Jimmy Terrell-
Cardio Kickboxing Classes
Jimmy Terrell is a long time martial artist and MMA competitor and is one of our Cardio Kickboxing instructors here at Total MMA Studios. A veteran fighter and title holder in both MMA and kickboxing the former WEC lightweight champion started his MMA training when the sport was known as NHB/Vale Tudo fighting. Since that time he has trained with some of the best the sport has ever produced like Tito Ortiz and Razor Rob McCullough.
Outside of his fighting career Jimmy has devoted himself to becoming a martial arts instructor, teaching both civilian and law enforcement personnel hand to hand combative techniques that are needed to overcome any hostel situation.

Ryan boarders-
Cardio Kickboxing Classes
Ryan Boarders is an avid martial artist and physical fitness enthusiast and is one of our Cardio Kickboxing Instructors here at Total MMA Studios. A former drill instructor and graduate of the Marine Corps LINE (Linear Infighting Neural Override Engagement) close combat course, Ryan was a constant competitor while serving in the military as he would compete and win in many unit level boxing events and fitness competitions.
A lifetime martial artist Ryan’s unique approach to his training, given his background in the military is what makes him such a successful trainer and instructor.






