Billy Robinson (born 1939) is a British professional wrestler and catch wrestling instructor. Robinson was well known in Japan where he has trained mixed martial arts fighters in catch wrestling. Robinson is one of the few wrestlers who was successful in several continents (Europe, North America, Asia and Oceania), winning titles in promotions nearly everywhere he wrestled.
As well as being one of the key influences on the shoot style movement, Robinson began training youngsters in catch wrestling at the UWF Snake Pit in Japan. Robinson has contributed immensely in training several mixed martial arts legends including Kazushi Sakuraba and Josh Barnett. Currently, he trains up and coming fighters at Westside MMA.
Robinson was inducted into the International Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2003.
Coach Matt Hamilton
"THE PINK LEPRECHAUN"
Matt oversees the training as well as the day to day operations of the gym. Matt’s coaching experience and extensive competitive resume make him the most knowledgeable MMA coach in the area. Some of Matt’s professional accomplishments include:
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Black Belt Joe Lewis Fighting Systems Black Belt 2004 Joe Lewis Fighter of the Year Arkansas State Lightweight Kickboxing Champion Mid South Grappling Champion North West Arkansas Grappling Champion 1998 Mixed Martial Arts National Champion Superbrawl IX Champion Abu Dhabi 2000 Competitor Danger Zone <135lbs North American Champion Formerly Ranked # 1 in the World by MMA Ranks.com (2001) Hook N Shoot/AFC Superfight Champion SHOOTO A Class Fighter
In addition to Matt’s professional qualifications, his personality makes for enjoyable training sessions each and every time. Matt has over 15 years of Martial Arts experience and Bachelor’s Degrees in both History & Psychology.
Rolando "The Crazy Cuban" Delgado
Roli is the first Arkansan to fight in the UFC. He was a member of The Ultimate Fighter reality show and is a Veteran of Ultimate Fight Night, UFC 99 & 106. Roli is ever improving as a fighter and is well known in the Arkansas area as a great teacher. Roli’s grappling background is very diverse and well rounded. Being a BJJ Black Belt as well as training in Hayastan Grappling with Max Bishop, Judo with Garrett Andrews, Scott Jones and Gary Moore and Catch Wrestling with Billy Robinson. Additionally, Roli really believes in cross training, that’s why you can find him at Memphis Judo & Jiu Jitsu on many Sundays and at Max Bishops MMA in Trenton, TN.
With 24 MMA fights and countless grappling tournaments Roli is one of the most experienced instructors in the Mid South. Roli still teaches majority of the Grappling classes and trains at the Little Rock location. You can also train with Roli at the Benton location on Tuesday nights.
Garrett Andrews Judo Black Belt
Garrett is a phenomenal Judo coach. He has a fantastic competition resume and his techniques have helped the Jiu Jitsu team tremendously. Garrett is a Judo Black Belt from the famous Christophe Leninger who was one of the first Judokas to fight in the UFC. Additionally Garrett has won several BJJ tournaments. His influence on our BJJ competitors is amazing as seen by Justin Rice, Hillary Williams and Mark Sniff.
Justin "White" Rice
Justin Rice is not only a great instructor but awesome competitor as well. Justin has an impressive BJJ back round as well as a overall MMA record of 9-1. All 9 wins being by submission! Justing teaches Classes at both locations while pursuing his BJJ & MMA goals. Justin is the newest member to the Westside Pro Fight Team.
Hillary "Duff" Williams
Hillary is the top female grappler in the nation. With just 3.5 years of training total she has become a 5x World Champion in BJJ and a 5x Pan American Champion. Additionally she placed 3rd in the Submission Fighting World Championships known as Abu Dhabi which was held in Barcelona, Spain.
Hillary is our own little nomad. She has trained with almost every top BJJ instructor in Brazil and America. She helps assist the kids programs as well as the adults. Visit her website at Hillarybjj.com
Mark Sniff
Mark Sniff started training with Roli Delgado in 2006 when Roli was teaching his club at UALR. Mark was a very Good Blue belt but really has taken off as a Purple Belt. Mark has a unique game consisting of great basic fundamentals in Wrestling, Judo and BJJ. Although he has recently developed a great deep half and amazing back taking which he has added to his arsenal. Mark has won 4 of his last 5 divisions in the GI and is also 3-0 as a MMA fighter. Watch Marks highlight here from the Atama Open where he shows the fluidity that BJJ is known for.
Borris Washington
We can't say enough great things about Borris. Borris has been around the Kickboxing scene in Arkansas forever. Borris has always helped out whenever he was in the gym but we recently were lucky enough to capture him as our boxing instructor. Borris teaches the Wednesday night boxing class at 6:00 and the students at Westside are Pumped. If you want a great workout and your interested in great boxing then you really want to hit his class!
Matt Singer
Matt helps teach our Sparring and No Gi classes in Benton on Wednesdays. Matt is an experienced MMA fighter and a Blue Belt in BJJ. Matt has the experience to help our Benton fighters learn the ins and outs of MMA fighting. Were very pleased to have Matt with us and look forward to his return to the cage!
:: Master Billy Robinson ::
