FOUNDER

Steve Eargle is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt that is certified by the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation under Phil Dunlap. Dunlap is the owner and operator of the Asylum Fight Team with more than 25 years of experience himself as both an instructor and a fighter.

Eargle is not only a phenomenal coach, but he also has the ability to demonstrate his skills competitively. Eargle is the Tuff-N-Uff Super Heavyweight Champion and the Mountain Force Heavyweight Kickboxing Champion.

ADULT & KIDS COACH / MMA FIGHTER

Josiah Simpson is a Jiu-Jitsu brown belt and professional MMA fighter with over a decade of competitive experience across multiple combat sports. His coaching philosophy emphasizes strong fundamentals, disciplined training, and developing athletes who are confident, capable, and well-prepared both on and off the mat.

COACH / MMA FIGHTER

Jason Eargle is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt under Phil Dunlap. He has been training Jiu Jitsu for over 10 years. Jason is not only an amazing MMA fighter and NAGA Gold Medalist but also an amazing coach. He currently holds the Fierce Fighting Championship Amateur Middleweight Title.

KIDS COACH / MMA FIGHTER

Parker Abegglen is a Jiu-Jitsu purple belt in under Coach Phil Dunlap. He comes from a wrestling background and also has experience competing in MMA. He utilizes his grappling knowledge to teach the fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu. He is passionate about MMA and coaching.

ADULT & KIDS COACH / MMA FIGHTER

Asia Negron is a blue belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Coach Phil Dunlap and a high-level striker with extensive competition experience. She finds joy in sharing her knowledge of MMA with others. You’ll often find her smiling on the mats. She takes particular pride in helping the kids in her class gain confidence and technical skill.

Ashton Moritz is a Jiu-Jitsu purple belt who has been training since 2021. A U.S. Marine veteran with nearly 13 years of military service, including time as a Marine Raider, Ashton brings discipline, leadership, and passion to the mats. He is dedicated to helping students build confidence, technical skill, and resilience both on and off the mats.