Francisco “kiko” Gonzalez
Kiko began training Jiu Jitsu in 2010 — rumor has it Mike Kirby may have loop choked him around that time. In 2017, he earned his black belt alongside Fernando Borrego, marking a major milestone in his journey and received his second degree from Caio Terra in 2024.
Originally, he started training MMA as a gift from his wife — mostly to lose some weight. A couple of years later, a friend introduced him to the “gentle art” the hard way, with a solid whoopin’ that left a lasting impression. He’s been on the mats ever since.
Not one for competition, Kiko simply enjoys training, teaching, and sharing stories from his younger days. Whether it’s helping others improve or reminiscing about the early years, he brings a deep love for the art and a sense of humor to everything he does.