About ME

I’m Kevin Gallagher, better known as Uncle Coach Kevin. I’m a second-degree Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Matt Arroyo, owner and head instructor of Gracie Trinity in Trinity, Florida, and host of The Old Man Grappling Hour. Along the way, I won three IBJJF Masters World titles at brown belt.

I’ve spent nearly 30 years in martial arts as a competitor, coach, and student. My background spans jiu-jitsu, boxing, and wrestling, but the work I’m proudest of happens every day at our academy: helping people become stronger, healthier, and more confident. My approach is simple—build better people first, then better athletes.

Through The Old Man Grappling Hour, my writing, and my teaching, I share honest conversations and practical lessons from a life spent on the mats. Expect grit, humor, and hard-earned perspective on training, resilience, and life. My goal is to give you something you can use to make your life a little better, on or off the mat.