Richard Naubert joined Vanguard as a brown belt after moving from Eastern Canada, where he trained under the guidance of Tristar’s Zahabi brothers. From white to purple belt, he was an avid competitor, earning multiple gold medals and building a record of 38–8, with 28 of those wins coming by submission.

At Vanguard, Richard quickly felt at home in the academy’s culture of teamwork and shared learning. He values both the technical knowledge and the sense of community that come from training alongside fellow coaches and teammates.

Today, Richard contributes by sharing his experience with students, including one of his sons, who now trains alongside him. He sees Jiu-Jitsu as a lifelong practice that builds skill, discipline, and connection, both on and off the mats.