Julio Rivera

Julio Rivera is a writer, self-defense coach, and mental health advocate. Twenty-four years of training have shaped his philosophy, but just as important has been Julio’s experience with trauma recovery, mindset, and emotional regulation. Because he witnessed and experienced violence first hand, Julio’s teaching is always based in reality.

Julio is a graduate of NYU’s journalism program. His book, Brokedown Sensei, is available on Amazon. Julio’s blog on fear, trauma recovery, fitness and the human condition can be found on his website, InternalJiuJitsu.com. His newest essays can be read on Medium and Substack.