Academy Staff

Meet Your Coaches · Woodstock, GA

The People Who Help You Progress.

Get to know the instructors behind AMAC’s adult and kids’ programs.

Explore each coach’s background, training, and teaching experience. If you’re unsure which program or instructor fits your goals, we’re happy to help.

Coach Iris Rousseau

Iris Rousseau

Owner & Head Instructor

Learn about Coach Iris’s martial arts background and her work with adults, kids, and our youngest students.

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Coach Dennis Rousseau

Dennis Rousseau

Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

Explore Coach Dennis’s background in grappling, striking, self-defense, and civilian tactical training.

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Coach David Mitchell

David Mitchell

Kali & Kickboxing Instructor

Learn about Coach David’s martial arts experience and his instruction in striking, Kali, and self-defense.

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Coach Josh Murphy

Josh Murphy

Assistant Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

Get to know Coach Josh and learn about his Jiu-Jitsu training and experience.

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Coach Joe Snapp

Joe Snapp

Kids’ Instructor

Meet Coach Joe and learn about his background and work with AMAC’s younger students.

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Coach Katie Scott

Katie Scott

Littles Instructor

Get to know Coach Katie and her role in introducing our youngest students to martial arts.

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Let’s Find Your Starting Point.

Looking for a group class or private instruction? Tell Coach Iris who you’re looking for and what you want to learn.