Joshua was born in Brisbane in 1984 and grew up there before moving to the Fraser Coast in 2014.

He was always interested in martial arts and living a healthy lifestyle. Joshua was looking for a martial art to help him stay fit, strong, and healthy and started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2015 under Professor Chep Krummel in Hervey Bay.

Joshua immediately found a love for “The Gentle Art” and the guidance and family bond with his training partners and Professor BJJ is known for. Joshua has competition experience and has consistently trained since beginning his journey in 2015 and is currently the rank of Purple Belt.