Our Instructors
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression…”
“At Prism Jiu Jitsu, Our mission is to help people be more effective in competition, training, and their daily lives through lessons learned on the mat. We strive to create an environment that breeds community, the sharing of knowledge, and a strong team made of strong individuals.”
Nick Angeloni
Nick won the SJJIF no-gi world championship at purple belt before turning pro in MMA. He went 5-1 as professional and won the King of the Cage world title before leaving MMA and returning to competition jiu jitsu as a black belt and opening Prism Jiu Jitsu! He has since gone undefeated as a black belt competitor.
JIrayuth Hagg
Jirayuth Hagg is a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach with extensive experience in the sport. He has been a passionate practitioner at Prism Jiu-Jitsu, located in Escondido, CA, since the gym's inception. With years of coaching, Jirayuth has honed his skills on and off the mat, helping numerous students achieve their goals. His competitive spirit is well-demonstrated by his impressive track record; notably, he won gold at his very first blue belt competition, having faced and triumphed over dozens of competitors. Jirayuth continues to contribute to the thriving Jiu-Jitsu community at Prism Jiu-Jitsu, where his expertise and dedication inspire others to excel.