SPAR Self Defense
Professor John

PROFESSOR JOHN CANESTARO

SPAR is thrilled to announce our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Assistant Professor, John Canestaro! John is Black Belt and is one of the most accomplished competitors in the area. Here is a list of some of his main BJJ accomplishments:

BLACK BELT

2017 IBJJF Worlds No-Gi: Silver

2017 IBJJF Pans: Gold

2016 UAEJJF World Pro Trials: Double Bronze

PURPLE BELT

2015 IBJJF Master Worlds: Silver-Division and Bronze-Absolute

2013 IBJJF Master Worlds: Bronze BLUE BELT

2012 IBJJF Master/Seniors Worlds: Double Gold

John was also a competitive wrestler during and after high school. He was a 1x STAC Champion and 1x Runner-Up. He was also a two time Class A Runner-Up. He also won one Gold and two Bronze medals at the Empire State Games.

John played football in college for the UB Bulls. He is a successful entrepreneur and a world class father/husband. We are so fortunate to benefit from John's expertise and decades of experience!