who we are

Bristol Jiu Jitsu is a premier martial arts academy led by 2nd-degree black belt Logan Griffin, dedicated to providing world-class instruction in a supportive, learning environment. We are a community of practitioners—from professional competitors to hobbyists and beginners—focused on the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to build confidence, functional fitness, and practical self-defense skills.

Logan Griffin

  • Owner & Head Instructor

  • Second Degree Black Belt

Meet Logan Griffin, the owner and head coach of Bristol Jiu Jitsu. A 2nd-degree black belt, Logan has spent the majority of his adult life immersed in the art, beginning his journey as a wrestler before achieving a 9-1 amateur MMA record.

He earned his black belt in 2018 after training under world-renowned figures all over the West Coast of Southern California, eventually finding his home under the tutelage of 11x World Champion Samuel Braga.

Beyond his competitive success at the highest levels, Logan is a King University graduate with a degree in Business Management and a dedicated family man who is passionate about building a supportive, ego-free community where students of all levels can excel.

Fun Facts:

  • Logan has a Bachelor’s Degree from King University in Business Management.

  • His favorite hobbies include: mountain biking, playing guitar, video editing, and any/all extreme sports.

  • He is also a new father and husband to a beautiful family.

  • His favorite Jiu-Jitsu techniques are the Berimbolo and the Knee Slice

Taylor Griffin

  • Black Belt Assistant Instructor

  • 1st Degree Black Belt

Taylor, alongside his twin brother, chose the path of Jiu-Jitsu. As siblings always should, Taylor stuck by Logan’s side traveling and competing around the nation. Taylor comes from a background being a natural athlete in sports like basketball (as well as being the biggest Laker’s fan we’ve ever known). Together Logan and Taylor have trained thousands of hours keeping a full-time training regimen in Jiu-Jitsu. Now, Taylor pursues a career as a very successful financial advisor of Edward Jones while training consistently in his off time. He credits his work ethic from Jiu-Jitsu into a different field of work. Between the Griffin Twins there is over 30 years of experience.

Fun Facts:

  • Taylor has a Bachelor’s Degree from King University in Business Administration.

  • His favorite hobbies include: mountain biking, working out, and traveling.

  • He is also a great comedian, keeping a smile on everyone’s faces.

  • His favorite Jiu-Jitsu techniques are Spider Guard and Mount. Be careful, he loves to attack cheap submissions (wristlocks, smothers, flying triangles, and anything that constitutes an “easy victory”)


Tristan Pack

  • Head Kids Instructor & Assistant Adult Instructor

  • Brown Belt

The head instructor of our Kid’s Program has been teaching martial arts of all types for over a decade. He initially started in Krav Maga, achieving a 2nd degree black belt, as well as wrestling in high school holding the varsity spot at 170lb. Seeking to improve his skills he started training Jiu-Jitsu under Samuel Braga (11x World Champion). After falling in love with Jiu-Jitsu he dedicated his life not only to competing around the country, but learning the philosophy behind this art. On a random training trip to Bristol Jiu-Jitsu he met his now wife, Kasey, during class. He decided to move from Knoxville to Bristol and make his home here. Earning his Brown Belt in 5 years, he seeks to bring his skill set to the youth of our community to empower them with the countless life lessons Jiu-Jitsu has to offer. Tristan is a full-time employee at Bristol Jiu-Jitsu and can be seen at the majority of classes throughout the week while training and assisting.

Fun Facts:

  • Tristan is a published author with over 5 books available on Amazon.

  • His favorite hobbies include: reading, writing, hiking, sleeping and making food with his wife.

  • Tristan’s satire sense of humor is sure to light up the room, no matter how awkward he may be.

  • His favorite Jiu-Jitsu techniques are Leg Locks and the Leg Drag.


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