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In addition to their technical expertise, our instructors are also excellent teachers who know how to create a supportive and challenging learning environment. They understand that every student is unique and tailor their approach to meet the needs of each individual. Our instructors also prioritize safety, ensuring that all students learn and practice techniques in a safe and controlled manner. They are committed to helping our students build strong foundations in Jiu-Jitsu, and are always available to answer questions and provide feedback.

Meet The Team

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Jenn Greenwald

BJJ Instructor

Jen is a dedicated, caring, hardworking individual. She started her Jiu-Jitsu journey in early 2016. She has learned through the years to balance her competitive drive with patience and a deeper understanding of the game. Don’t let her small size fool you she is full of personality and drive which is contagious throughout the feel of the gym. Standing at only 4’ 10” tall has its challenges but it allows her to travel to major tournaments and find a few people her size to compete with. Jen also has a background in education, which has helped her relate and adapt to many different styles of learning, and has a very adaptive teaching style to each person.

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Lauren Wolfe

BJJ Instructor

Lauren Wolfe started Jiu Jitsu in November of 2017. And started MMA close to the same time. Her first MMAfight was just a year later in September of 2018. After winning an amateur 135lb belt she went pro in December of 2021. “My over goal in Jiu Jitsu is to let it develop me as a human. To grow emotionally, physically and technically. And that this will be something I can both do and share for the rest of my life. Lauren has a contagious energy that the entire gym feels. She teaches every other Thursday night. If you ever have any questions or concerns regard Jiu Jitsu or MMA she’s the one to ask!

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Derrick Paulson

BJJ Instructor

Derrick Paulson Don’t let his size fool you he can be a gentle giant and has easily become one of the favorite training partners in the gym for all. Paulson has been wrestling since he was 5, he also started training MMA when we was in high school as a way to let out his anger and anxiety through his teen years. He had his first MMA fight in December of 2018 and demolished his opponent. With such an extensive back ground in grappling and martial arts he didn’t officially start training BJJ until early 2018. Derrick flew through his white belt so quickly that he received his blue belt and still did not know how to tie it but what he lacks in knowledge of tradition he makes up for in technique. It’s not uncommon to find Derrick on his phone studying technique. In fact any spare second he has he dedicates to expanding his knowledge and understanding of Jiu Jitsu. Then he gladly shares with others. Zoo BJJ is so lucky to have him.

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Conall Powers

BJJ Instructor

My name is Conall Powers and I am the head Striking/MMA coach at Missoula Kickboxing. I started combat sports at the age of five, beginning with wrestling and jiu-jitsu. I transitioned to MMA slowly but surely and by age 15 I had my first MMA bout with an adult. I started to take MMA more seriously in my early teens due to the immense amount of bullying that I endured in middle school. I felt as if MMA and fighting were my only outlets, and through my journey of this sport, I began to gain confidence and was actually starting to feel comfortable in my own skin. After a few injuries I started to focus on coaching. Most people fight on a daily basis without realizing it. Everyone has an internal fight that is always raging on even if nobody else sees it. My goal as a coach is to not only give you the tools and techniques to win a physical fight, but to also give you tools through hard work to win the mental fight as well. I want to give the community what this sport gave to me and that is confidence and an unbreakable work ethic that bleeds into all aspects of life.

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I brought both of my kids to train with Bob Brown as soon as each of them turned three years old. They have continued to flourish with Jen Schmill, Lauren Wolff, and Derrick Paulson. Gratitude and respect!

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Zoo BJJ is the best place around to train. Bob is a true black belt and he creates an awesome environment to train Jiu Jitsu. He’s great with kids and he’s teaching my two young children how to be marshal artists. I feel lucky to have him and all the people training in our lives. Come check it out for yourself and join the family!

Gus Seward

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I've been to a few gyms around town but Zoo BJJ is by far the BEST Missoula gym to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at for all levels. There’s a reason they are 5.0! It is the most welcoming, clean, zero-drama, and friendly environment I have ever been in. Everyone is focused on improving themselves, and there are many high-level belt ranks to get some great rolls with, along with fantastic and highly skilled coaches. You can tell they care about their students’ learning and are always focused on helping everyone improve. It is like a breath of fresh air compared to the local gym I used to train at before! I always recommend Zoo BJJ to all of my clients and business associates. They are top tier.

Hannah Shelley

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My brother and I look forward to every class. The instructor is very welcoming, dedicated to progressing the sport, and a well rounded grappler. I recommend Zoo BJJ to everyone interested in the Missoula area!

Jacob Foster

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I've been training here for 2 years now and I'm addicted. If your looking for a place to train Jiu Jitsu, definitely check out Zoo BJJ. Coach Bob has a pretty laid back style, but he will push you hard it your getting ready for a tournament or just wish to challenge yourself. All the regulars are very friendly and we always like having new people to train with.

Josh Rader

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