Team Member

Gwendolyn Duncan is an assistant youth coach at Duncan MMA and plays an important role in helping guide the academy’s youngest students. She assists with the Little Ninjas program for ages 4–6, and also helps coach both the Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Youth Kickboxing classes. With years of experience training and competing, she brings patience, enthusiasm, and a strong technical foundation to the mat while helping younger students develop confidence and discipline.

Gwendolyn has been training in martial arts for eight years and currently holds a Yellow Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a Purple Belt in SGC Karate. She trains consistently in both striking and grappling and is an active competitor in BJJ and kickboxing, regularly testing her skills in tournament competition.

One of her standout accomplishments in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been her success in youth absolute divisions, where athletes compete across weight classes. Gwendolyn has earned numerous gold medals in youth absolute divisions, demonstrating both her technical ability and her willingness to challenge herself against larger and more experienced opponents.

As a coach, Gwendolyn enjoys helping younger students build their foundational skills and develop a love for martial arts. By leading through example with hard work, respect, and dedication, she helps foster the supportive and family-oriented culture that defines Duncan MMA.