Our Team
Hardee Merritt
Owner - BJJ Black Belt and TSD 7th Degree Black BeltHardee has been part of Quest since it opened in 1997. During his time at Quest, he has earned his 1st degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Roy Dean and his 7th degree black belt in To-Shin Do under Stephen K. Hayes. Hardee is passionate about adapting classical techniques for modern application, and enjoys helping students build confidence, skill, and awareness through training.
In addition to his martial arts background, Hardee is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, a Max Kettlebells Certified Master Instructor, and is certified in Animal Flow and TRX training. He has trained with the military and police through Controlled Force and is a Controlled Force Military and Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics Master Instructor. He is also passionate about wilderness skills and is a certified Wilderness Survival Instructor under Tim MacWelch.
Rachel Merritt
Owner and Program ManagerRachel grew up all over the United States before heading to Scotland, where she completed both her undergraduate degree and master’s degree at the University of St Andrews. She coordinates everything behind the scenes, helping keep things organized and running smoothly. Rachel is also a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and assists with the Youth BJJ classes.
Brett Moran
Senior Instructor - BJJ Purple Belt and To-Shin Do 3rd Degree Black BeltBrett began his journey at Quest as a student and steadily worked his way up through the ranks, first becoming a coach, then joining the front desk team, and now serving where he truly belongs: on the mat as a Senior Instructor. He has earned his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt and his 3rd degree black belt in To-Shin Do.
Brett is known for his patient, encouraging teaching style and his dedication as a training partner. He brings years of experience, consistency, and care to every class, helping students build skill, confidence, and a love for training.
Debbie Wong
Instructor - BJJ Blue Belt and To-Shin Do Black Belt - Women's Self-Defense Instructor
Ian McDonald
BJJ Instructor - Purple Belt
John Spellman
BJJ Instructor - Black Belt
Matt O'Connell
Fitness Instructor and Youth Assistant Instructor
Jessica Soler
After School Instructor and Women's Self-Defense Instructor
Sebastian Schick
Assistant Youth Instructor
John ``Coach`` Berry
Coach - BJJ Brown Belt
George ``The Mayor`` Nicholas
Coach - BJJ Purple Belt