Jesus A. Malaga
1st-Degree Black Belt · Head Instructor
Born and raised in Lima, Peru, Jesus began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2011. The art became a defining part of his life and continues to shape his approach to teaching. As a co-owner and Head Instructor at House of Salt, he works with students of all levels, emphasizing technical development, discipline, and continuous growth on and off the mats.
LINEAGE
Mitsuyo Maeda → Carlos Gracie Sr. → Helio Gracie → Carlos Gracie Jr. → Renzo Gracie → Ricardo Almeida → Tom DeBlass
Sara J. RESETAR
Black Belt · Women's Program Lead · Adult Assistant Instructor
A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Professor Tom DeBlass, Sara brings competitive experience, patience, and a technical approach to her teaching. With a background in competitive ice hockey, she understands the value of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. At House of Salt, she leads the women's program and helps students build confidence and develop their Jiu-Jitsu in a supportive training environment.
LINEAGE
Mitsuyo Maeda → Carlos Gracie Sr. → Helio Gracie → Carlos Gracie Jr. → Renzo Gracie → Ricardo Almeida → Tom DeBlass
Anthony Domanoski
Black Belt · Adult Assistant Coach
A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, former collegiate athlete, and law enforcement officer, Anthony brings discipline, athletic experience, and attention to detail to his coaching. He works with adult students to sharpen their fundamentals, develop their grappling skills, and build confidence on the mats. His approach balances technical learning with the discipline and challenges that make Jiu-Jitsu rewarding.
LINEAGE
Renzo Gracie → Ricardo Almeida → Tom DeBlass → Jesus Malaga
Dean Smolokoff
Brown Belt · Adult Assistant Coach
A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt with a background in wrestling and baseball, Dean brings an athletic foundation and an approachable teaching style to House of Salt. He helps youth and beginner students develop strong fundamentals, improve their movement, and understand the importance of positioning and mat awareness.
LINEAGE
Renzo Gracie → Ricardo Almeida → Tom DeBlass → Jesus Malaga