Ronzilla BJJ-CACC has decades of dedicated mat time, Ron Dayley—known throughout the grappling community as “Ronzilla”—is a premier authority on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Catch Wrestling (CACC) in Tennessee. Ron has built a reputation not just as a competitor, but as the “instructor’s instructor,” having shaped the technical foundation of many of the region’s most successful fighters and coaches.
Expertise and Lineage
Ron’s teaching methodology is rooted in the pursuit of technical authenticity. His approach to BJJ and Catch Wrestling focuses on high-percentage, combat-tested techniques that prioritize control, pressure, and finishing mechanics. Whether it is refining traditional BJJ guard work or teaching the aggressive, old-school tactics of authentic Catch Wrestling, Ron’s instruction is highly sought after by those who demand depth over surface-level knowledge.
Ronzilla BJJ-CACC; Shaping the Next Generation
Ron’s influence on the Tennessee martial arts landscape is extensive. He has served as a mentor and technical consultant to numerous high-level local MMA and martial arts instructors who trust his eye for detail and his deep understanding of leverage and submission mechanics. His former students and collaborators include:
- Steven Durr
- Nate Landwehr
- Michael Graham
- Dan Barrera
- Thomas Campbell
- Zack Hicks
- Ashley Henderson
- Bobby Armstrong
Beyond his work with individual athletes, Ron has provided professional guidance, curriculum development, and technical coaching to gyms and training facilities across the region, including:
- Gardian MMA
- Nashville MMA
- SSF Submission Academy
- Quest Martial Arts
- Dynamic Defense Tactics
- Wildside MMA
- 10th Planet Nashville
- Renzo Gracie BJJ (and many others)
Why Train with Coach Ron?
For Ron, martial arts is about the preservation of skill and the constant evolution of the athlete. He believes that the best instructors are those who never stop learning and never compromise on the integrity of their techniques. By bridging the gap between historical grappling arts and the modern demands of MMA, Ron provides his students with an unmatched toolkit for both competition and self-defense.
If you are looking for professional-grade instruction that moves beyond the basics, Coach Ron Dayley’s seminars and private sessions offer the rigorous, authentic experience necessary to take your game to the next level.