Droogs is the meaning of "close friend" in the 1962 dystopian book A Clockwork Orange. You are a friend when you sign up at Droogs
In the same thought, we are friends and business partners who have come together to create a friendly and structured mixed martials arts environment for people of all ages, skill levels, genders and sizes. We have an extensive background in competing, coaching and customer service. Your goals are our goals.
Our promise is to be an un-biased and safe space for learning mixed martial arts, building community, achieving discipline and cultivating mental and physical toughness while learning that you can push well beyond your perceived limits. Martial arts are for everyone and we are here to prove that.
Dan is a purple belt in jiu jitsu, and striking specialist. He is a level-2 assistant instructor in the WTBA under Ajarn Ryan Gruhn and he teaches a hybrid striking system focused on freestyle ambidextrous techniques. He has lots of experience in the fight game, with a 8-2 amateur Muay Thai record and a 3-4 amateur MMA record. Dan is a professional Muay Thai fighter and plans to make his professional MMA debut soon!
Emily is a blue belt in Jiu Jitsu who enjoys competing locally; with her most recent tournament resulting in a first place medal at NAGA.
For the past 10+ years, Emily has helped with weight-cutting, dieting, paperwork, logistics, and certifications for both fighters and cornermen. She began her own Jiu Jitsu journey in January 2021, but has been around the fight game for her entire adult life.
Emily can be seen assisting with the youth programs, the striking classes, and the women's jiu jitsu classes!
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