About Us
Our Story
Founded with a passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a mission to build a strong community in Bluff City.
Real-World Experience Behind Every Class
Strongpoint Defensive Solutions & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is led by Professor Clayton Potter — a BJJ Black Belt under Logan Griffin with a career spanning 23 years in the United States Marine Corps Infantry, 10 years in law enforcement, and 8 years in Fire and EMS.
Throughout his career, Clayton led and trained personnel in high-risk, high-liability settings, developing expertise in threat assessment, risk mitigation, use-of-force decision-making, and coordinated emergency response. He also holds a Master's Degree in K-12 Physical Education Teaching from Tusculum University, bringing a deep understanding of how to teach movement, technique, and physical development to students of all ages.
Today, Strongpoint offers professional security consultations, risk assessments, and preparedness planning alongside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and defensive training for individuals and organizations. Every program is grounded in professionalism, realism, and ethical instruction.
Our Values
What We Stand For
Discipline
Building mental toughness and self-control through consistent training and respect for the art.
Community
A supportive family atmosphere where every member lifts each other up on and off the mats.
Growth
Continuous improvement — every class is an opportunity to become a better version of yourself.
Meet the Team
World-Class Instructors
Led by a Marine Corps veteran, law enforcement officer, and BJJ Black Belt — our instruction is grounded in realism, professionalism, and ethical practice.
Professor Clayton Potter
Clayton Potter brings a rare combination of military, public safety, emergency services, and combative instruction experience. He served 23 years in the United States Marine Corps Infantry, followed by 10 years in law enforcement and 8 years in Fire and EMS. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Logan Griffin, he specializes in control-based defensive tactics, positional dominance, and restraint-focused solutions. His training philosophy emphasizes safety, accountability, and legal defensibility.
Areas of Expertise
Kevin Worley
Kevin Worley brings a lifelong passion for education, leadership, athletics, and personal development to his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey. With more than 16 years of experience in public education, Kevin has dedicated his career to helping others reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom. His professional background includes seven years as a Physical Education teacher, eight years as a varsity football coach and defensive coordinator, and nine years as a public school administrator leading through a servant-leadership approach. Kevin earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education from Emory & Henry College and an Ed.S. in Instructional Leadership from Lincoln Memorial University, where his time as a collegiate linebacker and team captain shaped his leadership philosophy. On the mats, he is a Brown Belt under Logan Griffin with eight years of training. His dedication has translated into success at the highest levels of competition, capturing an IBJJF No-Gi World Championship at Blue Belt in 2021 and an IBJJF No-Gi Pan Championship at Brown Belt in 2025. Kevin's approach to Jiu-Jitsu reflects the same principles that have guided his career: discipline, perseverance, continuous learning, and service to others.
Areas of Expertise