Coach
Matt Downes
Matt Downes – Coming to us as a Father, Husband, Black Belt and Registered nurse, Matt started grappling at 5 years old right here in Coventry, starting as a Coventry Renegade and wrestling through high school at Coventry High.
After taking a few years away from any sports, he found himself at a crossroads while in college and looking for a new passion. Matt found Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and has never looked back. Now 14 years later and after 100 pounds lost he recently earned his black belt from Mat Santos in June 2024. Matt prides himself on incorporating a critical approach to technique with an old school mentality. A veteran of multiple Tap Cancer Out super fights and multiple regional competitions in IBJJF, Grappling industries and NAGA, Matt is ready to add his grappling knowledge to the Team here at Coventry B.JJ.
