Athletes
MMA Fighter
Kay Hansen
Achievements:
UFC Veteran
Youngest Invicta FC fighter to Secure a Victory
Made her UFC Debut at only 20 Years Old
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt
Career Summary:Kay Hansen is a rising star in the MMA world, known for her dynamic skill set and relentless determination. With a strong grappling foundation and a dangerous submission game, she’s proven to be a formidable force on the ground, always looking to capitalize on any opportunity to finish the fight. Despite her young age, Hansen’s work ethic and maturity inside the cage set her apart. Tough, driven, and always evolving, she has the potential to become a dominant force in her division
MMA Fighter
Natalie Salcedo
Achievements:
Current and Inaugural PFC Atomweight Champion
Jiu Jitsu Black Belt
IBJFF No Gi Worlds Brown Belt Champion
IFMA World Team Member
USA Grappling World Team Trials SIlver Medalist
Multi-time Amatuer Muay Thai Champion
Career Summary: Natalie Salcedo is a multi-talented martial artist with an impressive resume across Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA. She is the reigning 105 lb champion at Peak Fighting Championship . She has has earned podium finishes in multiple prestigious jiu-jitsu tournaments including the IBJJF No Gi Worlds, IBJJF American Nationals, IBJJF No Gi Pan Ams, ADCC Orange County Open, and more.
Her Muay Thai career highlights include being a Thai Boxing Association World Champion, IFMA Muay Thai World Team Member (USA), Revgear North American Muay Thai Champion, and Colorado State Muay Thai Champion.
Originally from a military community, Natalie found her home in Colorado Springs after moving from Manhattan, KS. Her martial arts journey began in 2007, initially as a means of fitness, but truly flourished when she immersed herself in the sport and lifestyle in 2015.
Through martial arts, Natalie has learned goal-setting, accountability, and perseverance, skills that have fueled her success as an athlete and coach. She hopes to inspire others to believe in themselves and pursue their ambitions fearlessly.
Outside the gym, Natalie holds a master’s degree in sports psychology and enjoys spending time with her husband, their pack of dogs, and exploring new restaurants.
Jiu Jitsu Competitor
Vincent Valenzuela
Achievements
IBJJF No Gi Worlds Bronze
IBJJF No Gi American Nationals Silver
USFK Army Combatives Champion
BRAJIK Pan Korean Double Gold
Career Summary: Vinny is an accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner with over 10 years of experience. A soon-to-be black belt under Benjamin Westrich at Warrior Fitness Center, Vinny's journey in Jiu-Jitsu is marked by numerous accolades. A former infantryman and Army veteran, Vinny began his martial arts training before joining the army but really began to immerse himself in the sport and lifestyle when introduced to the Warrior team through the Army Combatives training facility. After ETSing from the Army, Vinny spent multiple years in Long Beach, CA where he trained at the Jiu-Jitsu League. In 2022, he returned to Colorado Springs. He is an active competitor with a packed tournament schedule, continuously challenging himself and striving for excellence in every event.
In addition to his competitive success, Vinny is a dedicated kids' coach, leading the advanced kids' class and mentoring both athletes and competitors. His commitment to the sport extends beyond the mat as he balances his training with raising his son and his Shiba Inu named Mamas (you can sometimes find Mamas at Warrior Fitness Center). Vinny’s journey is not just about personal achievement; it’s about inspiring and empowering the next generation of athletes.