Our Instructors
Gary “el abuelo” Raydon
Gary Raydon took over the gym in 2020 from founder Rick Thornton, a Gracie Baja (Barra, fine) black belt, who founded and built the gym in Todos Santos.
Gary is a full-time resident of the Todos Santos area, a horrible but improving surfer, and Scuba Dive Master. Gary is currently ranked as a Brown Belt under Scott Frtizinger, owner of Guerrilla BJJ, Reno. Scott is a Black Belt under Dave Camarillo, owner of Guerrilla BJJ.
Gary began training in 2012. He received his brown belt in 2020.
His philosophy of BJJ is simple: Pressure is like duct tape. If it’s not working, you’re not using enough.
Oscar “Peru” Neyra
Oscar is a surf-instructor, chef, mma fighter, and runs the kids’ program at Todos Santos BJJ. He also teaches Muay Thai at Todos Santos BJJ.
Oscar is currently ranked as a purple belt in BJJ, and has competed in both BJJ tournaments and MMA matches.
Oscar is originally from Peru, and makes the best ceviche in Baja Sur.
Neil Sumaru
Neil Sumaru has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for seven years and received his brown belt under Professor Pedro Lott at Frontline Academy – Carlson Gracie Team Canada.
An avid competitor, Neil’s past achievements include:
* SUDCAL Under 75 kg No-Gi Advanced Division Champion
* IBJJF International North American Champion (Gi)
* Multi-time medalist at the IBJJF World Master Championship (Gi)
Neil admittedly has no hobbies outside of jiu jitsu—unless recovering from jiu jitsu injuries qualifies as a hobby.
Off the mats, Neil is focused on research and governance work that centres on how AI is impacting human decision making.
Neil and his wife (Lisa) now call Todos Santos home.
Jason “Ox” Hamasu
Jason Hamasu is a purple belt who has trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for five years.
A husband and father of two based in Cerritos, Baja California Sur, he balances life on the mat with business and fitness. Jason brings that same discipline and practical problem-solving to his teaching.
Off the mat, you'll find him in the gym, exploring the backroads of Baja or at the beach with his friends and family.
Jason speaks neither Spanish or Japanese, but can be communicated with in grunts or English.