Meet Our World-Class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing Instructors in Lantana and Lake Worth, FL
Welcome to the World-Class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing Instructors page of The Way Martial Arts, where we showcase our elite team of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing instructors. Located in Lantana and serving the Lake Worth area, our instructors bring decades of experience and a passion for martial arts to every class. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner, you’ll find the guidance and expertise you need to excel in your martial arts journey. Get to know our instructors below and join us for a transformative experience.
World Champion
Herbert “The Blaze” Burns
INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
Herbert Mitchell Burns is an Instructor and Founder at The Way Martial Arts. He is a Black Belt NoGi World Champion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with over 20 years of experience. He has won numerous international, national, and titles around the world.
He is currently a professional MMA fighter with an 11-3 record competing in the UFC, the most prestigious MMA promotion in the world.
Lineage:
Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Carlson Gracie > Andre Pederneiras > Rafael Fofitio Barros > Herbert Burns
Professor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Korey Maguire
INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
Korey Maguire is an Instructor at The Way Martial Arts. He is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Herbert Burns with over 15 years of experience.
Lineage:
Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Carlson Gracie > Andre
Pederneiras > Rafael Fofitio Barros > Herbert Burns > Korey Maguire
Professor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA
Joe Cianciotto
INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
Joe Cianciotto is an Instructor and Co-Founder at The Way Martial Arts. He is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Jorge Santiago with over 15 years of experience.
Lineage:
Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Carlson Gracie > Ricardo Liborio > Jorge Santiago > Joe Cianciotto
World Champion
Instructor Kickboxing and MMA
Tial Thang
INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
Tial Thang, is an World Class Instructor at The Way Martial Arts, began his martial arts journey in 1997 when he started training Chin Wrestling in Chin State, Myanmar.
6x Chin Wrestling World Champion
First-ever Chin Wrestling Lightweight and Open Class World Champion.
Pro MMA Fighter – ONE Championship
Over 25 years of Martial Arts experience
Member of Kill Cliff FC World’s Top MMA Gym
World Champion
Instructor Kickboxing and MMA
Wendel “Cobra” Rocha
INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
Wendel “Cobra” Araujo Rocha, is an Instructor at The Way Martial Arts, he began his martial arts journey in 1992 when he started training Capoeira in Teofilo Otoni, MG, Brazil.
In 2012, Wendel started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Titi Lazzarini, at Gracie Barra in Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
In 2013 Wendel made his MMA debut.
In 2018, Wendel won the WFC Capoeira World Championship in Baku, Azerbaijan in the Under 72kg Division.
In 2022, Wendel became the Titan FC Bantamweight World Champion by defeating Ira Lukowsky by RNC submission in the 1st round.
World Champion
Professor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jose Cadavid
INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
Jose Cadavid is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor at The Way Martial Arts. Jose began his martial arts journey in 2011 when he joined ATT Wellington, followed by ATT Aventura, then moved to GFT Florida.
Jose competed in many Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments throughout his color belt years. He was a decorated World Champion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in both styles Gi and NoGi. Jose is also a Pan American NoGi Champion.
Jose is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with over 12 years of experience.
Lineage:
Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Crolin Gracie > Jorge Popovitch > Pablo Popovitch > AJ Sousa > Jose Cadavid
As your exploration of martial arts draws to a close, you’ll find the instructors at The Way Martial Arts in Lantana embody the pinnacle of dedication and expertise. With our academy positioned as a cornerstone in communities from Boynton Beach to Lake Worth, extending out to Palm Springs, we’re honored to offer a sanctuary where the art of Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing is passionately taught.
Under the tutelage of our world-class Jiu Jitsu instructors, each student embarks on a journey of growth and discovery. These seasoned professionals, who have honed their skills in arenas both local and abroad, are eager to share their wealth of knowledge, ensuring your martial arts education is nothing short of exceptional, right here in Lantana or in the neighboring vicinities of Boynton Beach and Lake Worth.
Kickboxing enthusiasts will find equal inspiration within our walls, guided by instructors whose expertise brings the thrill and rigor of the sport to life. It’s a place where students from all corners, be it Lantana, Boynton Beach, Lake Worth, or even Palm Springs, can challenge their limits and expand their capabilities.
At The Way Martial Arts, we’re more than just a team of instructors; we’re a community dedicated to fostering respect, discipline, and a fervent love for martial arts. Whether you’re drawn to the strategic depth of Jiu Jitsu or the dynamic intensity of Kickboxing, our doors are open, inviting you to join a journey of personal excellence.
Located discreetly at the end of this page, our invitation stands. Discover the unique blend of camaraderie and expertise that sets The Way Martial Arts apart. From the serene streets of Lantana to the bustling avenues of Boynton Beach, Lake Worth, and Palm Springs, your path to martial arts mastery awaits.