About Us
Family Owned and Operated


Ervin Quintin
Ervin Quintin is praised as one of the best technical instructors in martial arts, personal development, leadership and defensive techniques in Virginia. With over 25 years of experience across the three categories of martial art disciplines (striking, grappling and weapons), you will not find a more diverse instructor and practitioner.
- Owner, Master Instructor
- Certified CPR, First Aid, Health & Wellness Coach (Essential Workforce)
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Black Belt
- Muay Thai: WTBA Kru Full Instructor
- Filipino Kali: Quintin Legacy Kali, Inosanto Blend, Sayoc Kali
- USN Veteran
- GS-2210 8570 IAT IAM IASAE III, CISSP

Eloy Quintin
Eloy Quintin is focused on the children’s program where she works as a head trainer. She is a mother of three children and her experience as a mother help her conduct classes in the best way. Holding the World Thai Boxing rank of Kru, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple belt and Guro in the Filipino Martial Arts, she is one of the most experienced women in Hampton Roads Virginia in martial arts.
- Owner, Master Instructor
- Certified CPR, First Aid, Health & Wellness Coach (Essential Workforce)
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Purple Belt
- Muay Thai: WTBA Kru
- Filipino Kali: Quintin Legacy Kali, Inosanto Blend

Geno Quintin
Geno Quintin is an accomplished mixed martial artist and trainer. With his experience as an MMA fighter, his instruction in Impact’s specialized programs are found in both the adult and children classes which he delivers with great dedication. You may have seen him fight at Spartyka Mixed Martial Arts events at the Norfolk TED or watching his matches at US Grappling, NAGA or IBJJF tournaments. He surely inspires everyone. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Brown Belt Muay Thai: WTBA Kru Filipino Kali: Quintin Legacy Kali, Inosanto Blend
- Senior Manager, Senior Instructor
- Certified CPR, First Aid, Health & Wellness Coach (Essential Workforce)
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Brown Belt
- Muay Thai: WTBA Kru
- Filipino Kali: Quintin Legacy Kali, Inosanto Blend
- Spartyka MMA Veteran
Our Staff


Sarah Elopre
With over nine years of office administration experience specifically with the martial arts, Sarah Elopre strives to provide the best Impact experience for all students.
Outside of the office, she helps students with their self defense and fitness goals while teaching strong basics in our Muay Thai Foundations Program and Women’s Only Muay Thai Program.
- Senior Manager, Instructor
- Certified CPR, First Aid, Health & Wellness Coach (Essential Workforce)
- Muay Thai: Black Armband

Jacob Bristol
Jacob Bristol, USAF Veteran,
- Manager, Instructor
- Certified CPR, First Aid, Health & Wellness Coach (Essential Workforce)
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Brown Belt
- USAF Veteran

Tony Icayan
Tony Icayan is a retired US Naval officer and defense contractor who works internationally on issues regarding human security and the protection of civilians in armed conflict.
He endeavors to incorporate his knowledge of military/martial history to Kali students while emphasizing the importance basic techniques.
- Filipino Martial Arts Trainer, Guro
- Filipino Kali: Quintin Legacy Kali, Inosanto Blend, Sayoc Kali
- USN Veteran

Elliott Fisher
Elliot Fischer is a valuable resource on and off the mat. In addition to educating students academically, he delivers strong basics in our Muay Thai Foundations program.
As a veteran of the WTBA Muay Thai Expo, his experience as an active competitor ensures all his students are effective and confident.
- Muay Thai Trainer: Red Armband
- Muay Thai Expo Veteran
- Public School Teacher

Trevor Harris
- Muay Thai Trainer: Black Armband
- Spartyka MMA Veteran
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Testimonials

Signing up for martial art classes can do wonders for your health. Most martial arts are suitable for men, women or even for children. This activity helps people restore their mind-body connection because the training provides benefits for the physical, mental and emotional health. In order to get the most from your training you must join a center that has the necessary equipment, experienced trainers and suitable facilities for such practice. Impact Martial Arts Academy promises all that and much more!
One of the reasons why our academy is so popular is because of the hard work of its staff and owners. Check out what people are saying about Impact Martial Arts Academy and its environment.