Our Team
Danelle Clarke
Master Instructor
5th degree black belt, purple belt BJJ
KJN Danelle began martial arts with her husband, Scott, way back in 2001. She took over the beginner adults martial arts program after earning her first degree, and now, she and Scott are running the show here at FMA! Danelle loves the sense of accomplishment inherent to practicing martial arts, and that it’s something she and Scott do together. She thinks nothing beats the empowered feeling she gets from a really great boxing round (hey, we hear you), and really loves the Freestyle community and the fact that she can share the awesomeness of martial arts with others. When Danelle’s not on the mat or looking after the menagerie she and Scott have at home, you’ll find her directing the Math Center at UNR, running (and hating every minute of it), and reading all the books.
Scott Fritzinger
Head Jiu Jitsu Instructor
black belt BJJ, 3rd degree black belt
With 23 years of martial arts training and 20 years of BJJ, Scott has had plenty of time to hone his craft. His favorite part of martial arts is that it’s constantly evolving, which calls for creative thought and energy to solve ever-changing problems and puzzles. For Scott, practicing martial arts serves as a creative outlet, and that’s pretty cool. When he’s not problem-solving on the mats or running FMA with his wife Danelle, you’ll find him managing their various pets, nurturing his vegetable garden or rolling on other mats in town for more inspiration.
Eric Dufurrena
Instructor for Adults. Instructor for Kids BJJ
4th degree black belt, blue belt BJJ
BKJN Eric has been doing this martial arts thing since 1978, and he’s dabbled in the branch of Tang Soo Do as well, where he’s ranked as a 3rd degree black belt. It’s the constant challenge of martial arts that keeps him interested, plus the people from all walks of life who are drawn to it. At Freestyle, Eric works directly with the kids in our youth program and jumps in to instruct adult classes as well.
Sue Hamilton
Program Director
3rd degree black belt, purple belt BJJ
SBN Sue is the program director here at FMA, which means she’s in charge of just about everything. She’s been practicing martial arts since 2013, and her favorite thing about Freestyle is that it means she’s constantly learning, changing, and growing. When she’s not at Freestyle — “what do you mean, ‘not at Freestyle?!’ ” — Sue enjoys landscaping, playing with dogs, reading, and playing video games.
Jordyn McClain
Head Instructor for Beginner Kids and Little Dragons
3rd degree black belt, blue belt BJJ
SBN Jordyn began martial arts in 2012, and she’s moved up the ranks steadily in the years since. It makes sense — for Jordyn, martial arts is about constantly striving to be the best you can be, and to inspire the same in others. Is there a better mindset for an instructor? We don’t think so, which is why Jordyn is a lead instructor in our youth and Little Dragons’ programs. On her down time, Jordyn likes playing with her dogs, spending time with friends and family, and dabbling in photography.
Jen Owen
Head instructor for Intermediate and Advanced Kids. Instructor for Adults
2nd degree black belt, purple belt BJJ
BSBN Jen began her martial arts journey in 2017, but it’s never been a competition for her. Instead, she sees it as an opportunity to improve herself and those around her. For Jen, everyone at Freestyle is on the same team, but each and every person is on their own journey — and that’s pretty powerful. If she’s not at Freestyle, Jen’s probably walking her dog, fueling up on copious amounts of coffee and tea, and running her dog food business. Oh, and she’s probably trying to coerce her kids into another game of Scrabble.
Zack Gregovich
Head Instructor for Kids BJJ
Brown Belt BJJ
Zack has been involved in martial arts since 1990, and we’re so pleased that he’s running the kids’ BJJ program at Freestyle. He praises the structure and discipline martial arts has provided to his life and describes it as a “literal lifesaver many times over” in his professional life. Off the mat, Zack spends as much time as he can with his family, works as a graphic designer, and reads voraciously.
Riley Brenner
Front Desk
Black Belt Candidate Belt
Riley is the friendly face/voice manning the front desk and phone here at Freestyle. She’s been involved in martial arts since 2008, and she’s always been willing to do the work — she says that’s the best way to get the most out of coming to class. Fun fact: Riley may be rocking a black belt candidate belt at Freestyle, but she’s actually a black belt from another school! When she’s not expertly multi-tasking at the front desk, you’ll catch her doing various forms of art, baking, or reading.