$200 for 2 Months including Gi
Coaching staff
BLACKBELT Owner Richard Goodwin
A native of Pacifica and a SF State University Alumnus, he spent much of his life in High School setting state records and later at SF State became a 3X NCAA All American In Wrestling with 132 career wins. Rich is a humbled Individual, as life has taken him through the depths of Drugs and Alcoholism. He lives and breaths sobriety everyday and has been for the past 17 years. He was introduced to Jiu jitsu as an adult and later found jiu jitsu to be rewarding. His record is nothing short of an accomplishment. He would go on to Win in the Nogi Blackbelt Master Division Ibjjf World Championship in 2023 and prior to won 5 World Titles in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He lives and breathes the Jiu jitsu lifestyle. He is competitive by nature and loves to see everyone grow to their full potential. He’s a very passionate about coaching and his dedication for others speaks for itself. He Coached Benicia High School Wrestling and participated in their successes for 10 years.
BLACKBELT- NICK PICA
Head Coach in Concord, Nick Pica - “The Silverback” former Bellator MMA Fighter, State Wresting Champ, Collegiate Athlete and Gracie Blackbelt. Students are fortunate to have such talent in the room. He’s a fierce competitor and passionate about developing students.
BLACK BELT - BILLY RAY CHUBBS AKA MEGATRON
Yes! we have our very own Super Hero here at New Creation. Billy Ray was promoted to Black belt in 2016. He’s placed in many well known tournaments here in the Bay Area. Given the name MEGATRON by Michael Bay in 2007 from playing the character in all the Transformers films. He’s proud to call New Creation his home. We are thankful to have another Professor share his experience with our students.
BROWN BELT - ABRAHAM KNIGHTSON SR.
Abraham Sr. is a Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu whose journey began in his forties — a time when most people would find starting something new incredibly challenging. During the COVID, with limited options available, he immersed himself fully into training, often attending multiple classes a day and steadily progressing through the ranks.
Sharing the mat with his children kept him focused and motivated, turning BJJ into both a personal challenge and a family passion. His experience in the United States Marine Corps instilled in him a mindset of discipline, resilience, and commitment, the belief that once you start something, you see it through. This determination and stubborn refusal to quit have driven him to reach levels that once felt far out of reach.
Abraham coaches Gi in the adult classes, where he finds real fulfillment in helping others progress on their Jiu-Jitsu journey. He takes pride in guiding the next generation of practitioners, passing on not just technique, but the mindset and discipline that Jiu-Jitsu builds.
BROWN BELT & MUAY THAI -COACH AJ OCAMPO
AJ Ocampo is a Brown Belt in Jiu Jitsu and Nogi. He’s an experienced MMA Title Fighter, Jiu jitsu competitor and Kids Muay Thai Coach. You will always find AJ on the mat training.
BROWN BELT, ISAAC RIOS-AGUILAR
Isaac has been dedicated to martial arts and athletic excellence since early childhood. With over 15 years of training and competition experience, he has earned numerous local, state, regional, and national championship tiles across multiple disciplines in his native country of Mexico, from Taekwondo to Track and Field.
A lifelong and avid student of movement and discipline, Isaac has trained in diverse martial arts like Aikido, Taekwondo, Boxing, and Muay Thai, as well as excelling in track and field, and football (LB). His diverse athletic background has shaped a well-rounded coaching philosophy that emphasizes techique, adaptability and mental toughness both on and off the mats.
As a coach, Isaac is passionate about helping students develop confidence, resilience, and practical knowledge of Jiu-jitsu. Whether helping competitive athletes or beginners taking their first reps on the mats, Isaac brings a blend of technical expertise, motivation, and genuine care for each student's growth.
BLACKBELT - YASERT ORTEGA
Yasert holds his Brown Belt in Jiu jitsu and comes to us with over 10 years of experience. He started his journey with UFC and has competed in many Bay Area Tournaments. He received his Purple Belt and Brown Belt from Professor Rich Goodwin. Yasert is very knowledgeable, patient and loves to teach. He enjoys teaching our Noon Series Fundamentals in Jiu Jitsu during the week.
HEAD WRESTLING COACH-TITO PICA
Tito Pica Head Wrestling Coach and Strength and Conditioning Coach in Concord. Tito is an outstanding athlete and mentor to have in the room. He’s very passionate about developing students into top shape. Whether you’re wrestling or looking to be competitive on the mat, he’s your guy!
Tito is a bay area native and graduate of De La Salle High School. His Wrestling accomplishments include 3X North Coast Section Champ. 2X CIF State Medalist.
ASST. COACH - CAL FERGUSON
Coach Cal is an Assistant Coach to Owner/Blackbelt Rich Goodwin in Benicia. You will find Coach Cal running warm-up for many of our youth programs ie. Jiu jitsu, Nogi and Wrestling. Coach Rich has entrusted him with teaching and guiding our Youth Wrestling and Youth Nogi classes on Thursdays in Benicia. He‘s a very caring and nurturing coach and has started his own journey into Jiu jitsu. His biggest inspiration is his own son who has embraced Jiu jitsu, Nogi and Wrestling. Coach Cal attends local tournaments to assist with ensuring our kids have the best support and great experience. We are excited to have him and look forward to his continued support and growth in his Jiu jitsu Journey.