Instruction
head instructor
Weiss Sakhizada
Weiss Sakhizada started Jiu-Jitsu in 2011. His most prominent years of learning were spent training under JT Torres from whom he earned his black belt. A decorated competitor with important titles at black and brown belt, including a Pan Am title. He founded Sucker Free in 2017 to provide a premium training atmosphere that is hygienic, thoughtful and inclusive. Now, with over a decade of teaching experience, Weiss’s focus is to help students build their unique games while emphasizing well-roundedness. He is currently training under Zata Toscano.
2026 IBJJF Nogi Pans Silver Medalist black belt
2025 IBJJF Nogi Pans Silver Medalist black belt
2024 IBJJF Nogi Pans Bronze Medalist black belt
11x IBJJF New York Open Gold Medalist
2018 IBJJF Nogi Pans Gold Medalist - brown belt
Multiple time International Open Champion at Light, Middle, Medium-heavy, Heavy and Open Weight classes
Instructor
Alli Sakhizada
Alli started training jiu jitsu in Atlanta, Georgia after years of training solo for ultra running and playing soccer. She has been grappling since October 2020 and moved to New York in 2022. Coach Alli earned her brown belt in November 2025 As a coach and a brown belt, Alli's focus is creating the opportunity for more women and girls to take up space on the mats.
2023 IBJJF NY No Gi Gold Medalist blue belt
2025 IBJJF NY Open Class Gold Medalist purple belt
Instructor
Erik Hynes
Hynes started training at Sucker Free in 2018. He joined because of the mindset and the environment. He has consistently competed at all ranks, holding multiple IBJJF titles. He is a coach and the general manager, currently training to earn his black belt. Hynes maintains a clean and safe environment in the training room, welcoming all newcomers.
2026 IBJJF No Gi Pans Silver Medalist brown belt
2026 IBJJF NY Open Gold Medalist brown belt
2025 IBJJF No Gi Pans Silver Medalist brown belt
2024 IBJJF Worlds Bronze Medalist purple belt