Motive Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Anthony Gutierrez started wrestling at the age of five and quickly gained recognition. He gained momentum throughout high school wrestling and placed three times in CHSAA State Wrestling. At the CHSAA Wrestling Championships, he placed 6th his sophomore year and placed 3rd his senior year.

In 2002, Anthony took The Centaurus High School ‘Top of the Rockies’ Tournament, finishing his senior year with a 40-5 record. He just fell short of the state title and battled to take 3rd place. Anthony also placed in multiple National Championships during his high school wrestling career.

Anthony’s love for wrestling carried over to Jiu-Jitsu. He has competed in many tournaments. In the 2005 Grapplers Quest West Coast, he placed 2nd. At the Pan-American Championships in 2006, he placed 3rd. Anthony has taken home multiple wins in state tournaments in both wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu.

After Anthony’s competitive years, he got together with a friend and decided to coach youth wrestling. This is where he discovered his love of coaching and sharing his knowledge for the sport and art of wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu that he loves so much.