09/15/2026
⭐️Coach Spotlight⭐️
All of us at 719 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu truly believe we have some of the best students and community around!
For this week, we're highlighting one of our adult coaches Tom Fischer!
From Coach Andrew: I can’t say enough about this guy. He’s one of the most technical people I’ve ever had the opportunity to train with and an absolute wizard when it comes to Jiu-Jitsu knowledge. But what really sets him apart is his ability to take that knowledge and actually teach it.
He’s a fantastic coach, an incredible asset to 719 BJJ, and someone I trust completely to lead our students and help them grow. We’re lucky to have him on the mats.
💪🏻 Favorite Submission:
Any choke! Triangle if I have to pick one.
🥋 Why did you start training?
I started training because I’ve always loved martial arts / ninja themed media as a kid.I keep training because it’s a fun, never ending puzzle that checks every box I look for in a hobby: mental, physical, social, etc!
🔹What advice would you give to someone who’s interested in trying BJJ?
Embrace being a beginner; everyone sucks at first. Give it time, like a solid 6-12 months, before you make a decision on whether to continue or not. It takes a while to get a basic understanding of what the heck is going on, and the more you learn, the more fun it gets!
A wise man once said, “you’re going to be somewhere in 10 years, might as well be a black belt.”
🔹What do you like most about being at 719?
I grew up in Chicago, so I really appreciate the tight knit community vibe a smaller town gym brings.