Coaches
All of our Coaches are the best at what they do. They understand that no two bodies are alike and will work with you to get fit at the right pace.
Todd Angel
Parabellum Founder
taekwondo | Strength & conditioning
Growing up in Cincinnati, Ohio, my passion for martial arts began at the age of 14 when I started Taekwondo. Since then, I've dedicated myself to mastering various martial arts disciplines and sharing my knowledge with others. I have achieved significant ranks in multiple styles, including 7th Dan in Taekwondo, 6th Dan in World Taekwondo Changmookwan and a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With 38 years of martial arts experience and 20 years of teaching, I've gained a deep understanding and appreciation for these arts.
Throughout my career, I've been a part of numerous professional organizations, such as the US Armed Forces, World Taekwondo Changmookwan, Puerto Rico Changmookwan, Power Athlete Methodology Block One Coach, US Military Taekwondo Foundation, Amateur Athletic Union, and a free Mason. I retired from the US Army after 21.5 years of dedicated service and am proud to be married to Holly Angel for 27 years. Together, we have two grown children, Payton and Todd James. I am also the owner and head coach of Parabellum Martial Arts and Strength.
During my time in the Army, I had the opportunity to establish martial arts clubs at various military installations, including Fort Leonard Wood, Belgium, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis. My journey has been marked by numerous achievements, such as attaining Master Instructor Rank in Taekwondo and Karate, winning medals at the US Open National Taekwondo and World Open Karate competitions, and being a member of the All Army Taekwondo Team. I hold a Kukkiwon International Master Certification and have coached and developed world and Pan Am Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu medalists, nationally ranked professional and amateur MMA champions, Taekwondo National Champions, USA team trial athletes, and weightlifting and powerlifting national and world medalists (drug tested).
Sheena Hodges
Strength & Conditioning
2001-2004 (3yrs) NCAA D1 Competitive Athlete - University of Hawaii-Manoa; 2014 - Present (8yrs) 75kg Elite Competitive Powerlifter; 2019 - Present (3yrs) 76kg Competitive Weightlifter; Multiple State and National Record holder - Open and Masters Divison; 2017 - Present (5yrs) USPA Referee and Meet Director; 2019 (3yrs) Power Athlete Strength and Conditioning Block One Coach; 2019 (3yrs) USPA Powerlifting Coach; 2019 (3yrs) USAW Level 1 Weightlifting Coach; 2015 (7yrs) Nutrition Coach specializing in bulking, weight loss, body comp, performance and general health; 2015 (7yrs) Personal Trainer and Group Fit Instructor specializing in General Fitness, Sports specific, Fitness Competitions (Powerlifting, Weightlifting, Military, etc.), combat/boot camp, kickboxing, and dance.
AJ Dotimas
Muay Thai
Coach AJ is a dedicated Muay Thai/ kickboxing coach with 10 years of experience. With a strong background in traditional Muay Thai/ kick boxing techniques, fight strategy, and conditioning. Having competed at amateur level, Coach Aj brings firsthand knowledge of the sport into his training sessions.
Known for his technical approach, attention to detail, and ability to push students to their full potential, Coach AJ specializes in developing striking power and clinch techniques, footwork. Whether training fighters for competition or helping individuals improve their fitness and confidence, he is committed to sharing the sport with passion and expertise.
Frank Rodriguez
BRAZILIAN JiU JITSU
Frank has dedicated nearly 20 years to mastering Martial Arts. He earned his 1st Dan Black Belt in Soo Bahk Do under the tutelage of 9th Dan Master Frank Shermerhorn. Fourteen years ago, Frank embarked on his Jiu-Jitsu journey with Relson Gracie Black Belt Dossie Blackwell, achieving both his Blue and Purple Belts. His pursuit of excellence led him to train for six months under Erik Paulson Black Belt Jesse Briggs at Briggs MMA, where he was awarded his Orange Belt in Judo by Sensei Oscar Mendoza.
In 2016, Frank relocated to Waynesville, Missouri, to train with CXBJJ 2nd-degree Black Belt Enrique Watson, a disciple of 5th-degree Black Belt Yoshiro Fujita. Frank's dedication saw him earn his Brown Belt and subsequently his Black Belt in 2019. In 2023, Enrique Watson, on behalf of Yoshihiro Fujita, conferred upon Frank his 1st-degree Black Belt.
Beyond his achievements in Jiu-Jitsu, Frank has a rich history with the Modern Army Combatives program and reestablished a Jiu-Jitsu program at Camp Beuhring, Kuwait. He also holds a blue belt in Judo and is an active competitor on the professional Jiu-Jitsu scene, including a notable win at CXBJJ Invitational 3.
Frank is a 23 year retired Marine and Army veteran and is married with two children.
Bobby Cantu
BRAZILIAN JiU JITSU
Coach Bobby began his Martial Arts journey in 2012 through the Modern Army Combatives Program at Fort Hood, Texas. He quickly found his passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and became a dedicated competitor through the Fort Hood Fight House. Throughout his training, Bobby had the privilege of learning from various esteemed Black Belts in both Killeen, Texas, and Hinesville, Georgia. Even during a deployment to Afghanistan, Bobby continued to hone his skills.
In 2019, Bobby joined Parabellum Martial Arts, where he earned his blue and purple belts under Coach Dave Frizzell and his brown belt under Coach Franky Rodriguez. He also holds a blue belt in Judo and a green belt in Zenkei Ryu Karate under Coach Dave Frizzell. Bobby's commitment and skill have seen him compete in multiple Combatives and BJJ tournaments.
A recently retired veteran, Bobby proudly served 20 years in the U.S. Army. He is married and has two children, all of whom actively participate in various martial arts alongside him. Bobby's extensive experience, dedication, and passion make him an invaluable asset to our team.
Tori Brown
Strength & Conditioning | BRAZILIAN JiU JITSU | Womens Self-Defense
is an 8-year Army veteran, Army Master Fitness Trainer, Power Athlete Block 1 Coach, and a Soldiers to Sidelines Sports Performance Coach. She also served as the Waynesville High School Co-Women’s Head Wrestling Coach and VOLUNTEERS her time coaching with the waynesville youth wrestling club. Beyond her military and coaching roles, Coach Tori is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Black belt, a 4-time IBJJF world medalist (both GI and No-Gi), and a 3-time IBJJF Pan American champion (both GI and No-Gi) and was the #2 ranked Master 2, Heavy Weight, Brown Belt.
Coach Tori is married to her husband David and they have 4 Children. Parabellum is a family affair as most nights you will find her family joining her on the mats or in the weight room.
Matt Poluyanskis
Kids & Adult Boxing
Army Veteran with 21 years of service, Army Master Fitness Trainer. Started boxing late in life, has trained in Hawaii, Missouria and El Paso, TX. Coached in El Paso and in Missouri. Amate Coach at the state level, Coached 4 Golden Glove Champions while in El Paso and competed at the amateur level.
"Parabellum goes beyond a team & is really a family. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, there is a spot for you. What are your goals? Fitness, self defense, competition? Let us help you Achieve it!"