Gracie Jiu jitsu Instructor
With over four decades of experience in martial arts, tactical instruction, and combat training, Coach Dennis delivers private self-defense instruction that is practical, proven, and deeply rooted in real-world application.
His self-defense approach isn’t sport-based—it’s survival-based.
What truly sets Coach Dennis apart is how he bridges traditional martial arts with functional, street-defense tactics. He has spent his career training and teaching systems designed to work under pressure—when timing, distance, and decision-making matter most.
His credentials include:
- Black Belt – Gracie Jiu Jitsu (Pedro Sauer Association and CSW Association)
- Coach Level 1 – Combat Submission Wrestling (Erik Paulson)
- Coach Level 1 – STX Kickboxing (Erik Paulson)
- Phase 3 Instructor & Black Belt – Civilian Tactical Training Program (Alan Baker)
- Brown Belt – Warriors Legacy Program (Alan Baker)
- Certified Law Enforcement Firearms & Defensive Tactics Instructor
- NRA Law Enforcement Certified Handgun/Shotgun Instructor
- Certified in multiple tactical disciplines, including Defensive Pistol, Tactical Carbine, Low Light Pistol, and Combat Shotgun
- Specialized law enforcement training – Active Shooter Response, Riot Control, OC/Pepperball, Electronic Control Devices, Vehicle Stops, and more
Through his company, Force Solutions, he offers a wide range of firearms and defensive tactics courses tailored for both civilians and professionals. His programs are designed to build competence, confidence, and calm decision-making under stress. Training topics include:
- Foundational firearms handling – safety, accuracy, and consistency with pistol and carbine platforms
- Low-light shooting techniques – using handheld and weapon-mounted lights
- Armed and unarmed defensive tactics – responding to threats with or without a weapon
- Movement and cover – navigating real-world environments safely while under pressure
- Vehicle-based defense – counter-ambush and shooting from/around vehicles
- Use-of-force decision making – understanding when and how to act in high-stakes situations
- Performance-based shooting – improving speed, accuracy, accountability through measured drills, and competition shooting preparation
- Trauma response – emergency first aid and bleeding control in critical incidents
Coach Dennis is also an active USPSA competitive shooter, bringing a unique blend of practical experience and performance precision to his training methods.
In addition to civilian programs, Coach Dennis provides specialized coaching to law enforcement officers at Atlanta Martial Arts Center, focusing on control tactics, arrest techniques, and the integration of Jiu Jitsu for real-world field applications.
As a U.S. Army infantry veteran and Operation Desert Storm combat veteran, Dennis brings firsthand knowledge of close-quarters combat, squad tactics, and operational readiness to every lesson.
His dual role as owner of Force Solutions and senior instructor at Atlanta Martial Arts Center allows him to deliver a complete system that fuses martial arts with tactical training. Whether you’re a civilian seeking personal protection, a law enforcement officer refining your skills, or someone serious about being prepared, Coach Dennis is the clear choice for private self-defense instruction.