Brad Court
Head Instructor – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brad began training Gracie-Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1997 at the age of 18, after watching Royce Gracie use Jiu-Jitsu to defeat numerous bigger, stronger opponents to become UFC Champion. He quickly developed a passion for competing and after winning in smaller events he earned a Bronze medal at the 2001 IBJJF Pan American Championships- one of the few Americans to medal at the event.
Some of Brad’s most prestigious accomplishments include:
2003 IBJJF National Champion
2007 IBJJF National Silver medalist
2012 IBJJF Pan American Bronze medalist
He is also a New York Pro, New York Open, Atlanta Open, Charlotte Open and 3x Boston Open champion, a 4x Grappler’s Quest Champion and 2x US Grappling Champion- all at black belt.
Brad opened Paramount in 2005 and began teaching the martial art that changed his life. The academy, which began on 450 SF of mats on a racquetball court inside a gym, is now a 5,000 SF facility which houses Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for adults and children, Muay Thai kickboxing, and Boxing classes.
Mike Hashem
Head Instructor – Muay Thai 
Coach Mike Hashem began training in June 2001 under Brian Petty RKC with a primary focus on Dutch Kickboxing and Combat Sambo. His style emphasizes strong punches, heavy kicks designed to destabilize the opponent’s base, plus clinch-work and throws.
In 2005 he took over as instructor and began teaching that same aggressive but technical style, to students of all ages, experience and skill levels. Fast forward a few years and Mike joined Paramount, at first to train and enhance his own skills, and now to pass on his extensive knowledge to his students, from the person just looking to get in great shape to the student with dreams of someday stepping into the ring or cage.
Mike has an MMA record of 2-0 (1 KO).
Mike Smith
Head Instructor – Boxing
Coach Mike Smith began his training in 1988, and for many years trained directly under the tutelage of IBF World Champion Calvin Grove. As a competitor Mike compiled a record of 17-3.
In 2018 he joined the staff at Paramount and has been an integral part of our fighters training, as well as a fantastic coach to our everyday students who are just looking for a great way to get in shape. Coach Mike is passionate about passing along his knowledge and it’s evident
from the moment you see or join his class. His energy and enthusiasm is unparalleled.
Plus, with his world class training and competitive background you can be sure that Coach Mike is teaching the very best in skill and strategy. We are privileged to have this level of Boxing instruction right here at Paramount BJJ in Downingtown.