Director Sixel

Brian Gutierrez's life story is a powerful testament to the human capacity for resilience and transformation. Brian's early years were fraught with struggle. His path took a dark turn when he became entangled with gangs at a tender age. However, at 17, a critical turning point emerged when his wife was pregnant with their first daughter. An intervention by his teachers and counselors, foreseeing a bleak future unless he altered his course, became a defining moment in his life.

Brian's heroes included Bruce Lee, and, most importantly, his late grandfather, Joe Gonzales, who raised him after his mother abandoned him in seventh grade. His grandfather's hard work and perseverance lessons laid the foundation for Brian's transformation.

Brian's journey into martial arts began when he met Sensei Anthony Britton, who introduced him to Pankration. This mentorship gave Brian a sense of purpose and direction, saving him from his troubled past.

Brian takes immense pride in the man he has become—a loving husband, a father of three, and an active member of Momentum Church, where he selflessly serves as an usher. Brian now serves as an MMA coach at Lions Den Fight Club in Sugar Land Sports Center.

Do Not Boast of Tomorrow

You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. James 4:14

As Brian prepares to compete in Romania, he looks forward to gaining invaluable experience and one day coaching Team USA, a dream that would honor his grandfather's legacy.