Instructors

Richard started his grappling career coaching and competing in wrestling. Looking to fill a competitive void, Rick started competing in Strongman events in the early part of the 2002. Rick was introduced to MMA by instructor Rob Lewis in 2005 and trained in Russian Sambo, Thai boxing, and no-gi BJJ. Rick was also introduced to Aaron in 2005 where he was exposed to gi BJJ. At first Rick felt restricted by the gi but as he learned the intricacies of the gi, he ended up falling in love with it, and has never looked back. Rick's forte is self-defense and pure Jiu-Jitsu techniques, the same techniques Helio and his brothers fell in love with many years ago. Rick now considers himself a complete Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle coach and focuses on both visible and invisible Jiu-Jitsu. Rick is available thru Aaron Blake for private lessons and seminars. Rick is retired from active competition at this time. -Aaron Blake Jiu-Jitsu Brown belt -Classical Jiu-Jitsu styist -Certified personal trainer(NHCA) -Certified Instructor thru Aaron Blake -2005 Maine Skirmish Super Heavy weight division champ and Overall Heavyweight Champion(Winslow) -2007 American Nationals second place master blue belt medium heavy(California) -2009 NAGA Eastcoast advanced gi master division champion(Rhode Island) -2009 King of the Skirmish Champion(shared with Tony Valeo)with Tony bowing out due to same team status.

Troy has enjoyed an active life: firearms, motorcycles, archery, and Jiu-Jitsu. Troy was introduced to Japanese Jiu-Jitsu in 1999 where he trained for two years. In August of 2004 Troy started training Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu with Aaron Blake and found it required as much, if not more, "mental input" as his other hobbies. Troy enjoys the endless intricacies this art provides, along with the physical, and mental workout. "When I realized is was getting more mental fatigue than muscle fatigue, I knew I was on my way to understanding the art". Troy hopes to spend many years training with friends around the area and sharing knowledge of this fulfilling lifestyle.

Pete is the Owner and Head Instructor of Ethos Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Pete studied Japanese Judo/Jiu-Jitsu for 3 years before transitioning into traditional athletics. A three sport athlete in High School, Pete was recruited to play football and lacrosse by various universities. Pete chose the University of Maine, Orono where he played tight end. While in college, Pete studied and competed in both Olympic style and traditional Tae Kwon Do, but did not truly fill his desire for one-on-one combat until he found Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Pete currently holds a purple belt under Aaron Blake and is an active competitor. Pete is an avid backcountry snowmobiler and enjoys all outdoor activities. Pete is the father of two, who both enjoy training BJJ in our kids program.

Eric is not one of those guys that has any past martial arts experience. While he was an athlete when he was younger, he had become less and less active as he grew older and as a result was getting more and more out of shape. After watching his son Andrew train Jiu Jitsu for six months he thought he would give it a try. "It has changed my life. I'm in better shape now than I have been in fifteen years. Both the mental and physical aspects of Jiu Jitsu are so addicting that my whole lifestye has been rearranged to accomadate training. I love it." Eric has been training since June of 2007 and currently holds the rank of Blue Belt under Aaron Blake. He can be found on the mat at Lisbon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

After decades of competitive wrestling, coaching, and combat sports, Bill was nearing 40 years old and 300lbs. Years of injuries, bad eating habits, and the excess weight were starting to take their toll when he found Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Since he started training with Aaron Blake and Maine Jiu Jitsu in 2008 Bill has dropped over 70lbs, improved his overall health and flexibility, improved his diet, and has more energy now than he did as a 20 year old Marine. Bill enjoys training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with his friends and family and is planning an all-day Gracie Combatives seminar for his 80th birthday, sign up now to reserve your spot and get a free tee shirt.