Instructors

Our expert instructors bring decades of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, and self-defense—helping you train smarter and fight harder.

Joshua Roth – Owner & Head Instructor

Joshua Roth brings a lifetime of experience in martial arts, law enforcement, and professional athletics to Kinetix Combat Sports. A 3rd-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) under Julio "Foca" Fernandez (BJJ Revolution) and a certified Muay Thai Khuen Kru with the Thai Boxing Association of the USA, Joshua has competed at the highest levels, earning a bronze medal at the IBJJF Master Worlds (Black Belt) and competing in MMA, Muay Thai, and BJJ.

Beyond martial arts, Joshua is a New York State Trooper, serving as a K9 Handler, Defensive Tactics Instructor, and Distinguished Pistol Expert. A former Division 1 collegiate football player for the UB Bulls and an NFL athlete with the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs, his background in elite-level competition shapes his training philosophy.

Outside the academy, Joshua is a dedicated husband and father of three, with a passion for strength training, endurance sports, marathons, and ultra-marathons. His goal is to help every student develop the skills, mindset, and resilience needed for success—both on and off the mat.

Cameron Lienhart – Co-Lead Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

A 3rd-degree black belt under Julio "Foca" Fernandez (BJJ Revolution Team), Cameron Lienhart is a veteran competitor and champion who has competed and won at all belt levels, including Black Belt-level matches in Fight2Win. As a co-lead instructor at Kinetix Combat Sports, Cameron has been an integral part of the academy since its founding in 2011 and received his black belt in 2016.

Cameron leads the morning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, bringing a fundamentals-first approach to his instruction. He believes that simplicity and strong basics form the foundation of effective Jiu-Jitsu, helping students develop real, applicable skills for training and competition.

Outside of the gym, Cameron is a dedicated husband and father of five. He also serves as a pastor and chaplain for multiple police agencies, bringing leadership and mentorship both on and off the mats.

Doug Braman – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

With over 20 years in law enforcement and a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Doug Braman brings real-world experience and elite-level training to Kinetix Combat Sports & Fitness. A high school and collegiate wrestler, Doug has spent 17 years as a Defensive Tactics Instructor and retired as a Sergeant specializing in Defensive Tactics & Physical Training for the New York State Police.

Doug is a Master Instructor and Evaluator for the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), a Taser Master Instructor, and a Reality-Based Training Instructor. He has taught BJJ and defensive tactics at both Eddie Fyvie Jiu-Jitsu Academy and Kinetix Combat Sports, focusing on practical, effective self-defense applications.

With a wealth of experience in both law enforcement and combat sports, Doug’s instruction emphasizes technical skill, real-world application, and the ability to stay composed under pressure.

Instructors

Our expert instructors bring decades of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, and self-defense—helping you train smarter and fight harder.

Joshua Roth – Owner & Head Instructor

Joshua Roth brings a lifetime of experience in martial arts, law enforcement, and professional athletics to Kinetix Combat Sports. A 3rd-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) under Julio "Foca" Fernandez (BJJ Revolution) and a certified Muay Thai Khuen Kru with the Thai Boxing Association of the USA, Joshua has competed at the highest levels, earning a bronze medal at the IBJJF Master Worlds (Black Belt) and competing in MMA, Muay Thai, and BJJ.

Beyond martial arts, Joshua is a New York State Trooper, serving as a K9 Handler, Defensive Tactics Instructor, and Distinguished Pistol Expert. A former Division 1 collegiate football player for the UB Bulls and an NFL athlete with the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs, his background in elite-level competition shapes his training philosophy.

Outside the academy, Joshua is a dedicated husband and father of three, with a passion for strength training, endurance sports, marathons, and ultra-marathons. His goal is to help every student develop the skills, mindset, and resilience needed for success—both on and off the mat.

Cameron Lienhart – Co-Lead Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

A 3rd-degree black belt under Julio "Foca" Fernandez (BJJ Revolution Team), Cameron Lienhart is a veteran competitor and champion who has competed and won at all belt levels, including Black Belt-level matches in Fight2Win. As a co-lead instructor at Kinetix Combat Sports, Cameron has been an integral part of the academy since its founding in 2011 and received his black belt in 2016.

Cameron leads the morning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, bringing a fundamentals-first approach to his instruction. He believes that simplicity and strong basics form the foundation of effective Jiu-Jitsu, helping students develop real, applicable skills for training and competition.

Outside of the gym, Cameron is a dedicated husband and father of five. He also serves as a pastor and chaplain for multiple police agencies, bringing leadership and mentorship both on and off the mats.

Doug Braman – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

With over 20 years in law enforcement and a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Doug Braman brings real-world experience and elite-level training to Kinetix Combat Sports & Fitness. A high school and collegiate wrestler, Doug has spent 17 years as a Defensive Tactics Instructor and retired as a Sergeant specializing in Defensive Tactics & Physical Training for the New York State Police.

Doug is a Master Instructor and Evaluator for the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), a Taser Master Instructor, and a Reality-Based Training Instructor. He has taught BJJ and defensive tactics at both Eddie Fyvie Jiu-Jitsu Academy and Kinetix Combat Sports, focusing on practical, effective self-defense applications.

With a wealth of experience in both law enforcement and combat sports, Doug’s instruction emphasizes technical skill, real-world application, and the ability to stay composed under pressure.