Meet our Jiu-Jitsu team in Fort William. We believe it’s the size of the fight in the dog, not the size of the dog in the fight. We welcome everyone who steps into our den, from the alphas to the underdogs. Size, age, and gender don’t matter here; we care about progress, attitude, and personal development. Our pack is tight-knit but welcoming. Bring us your respect, and you will earn our fierce loyalty in return.
Our Values
The Strength of the Pack
The pack is bigger than any one person. Egos are left outside the den. Our community is built on mutual respect and shared growth, remaining gracious in both glory and defeat.
The Law of the Wild
Honour is the ground we stand on. We do what is right even when no one is watching. By staying true to our word and avoiding shortcuts, we earn the trust that binds us together.
The Precision of the Hunt
Sharp claws are useless without a sharp mind. We prioritise technical mastery over raw power, refining every detail with clinical precision.
The Evolution of the Art
The terrain is always shifting, and the pack must adapt to survive. We embrace constant evolution and new challenges, ensuring our skills stay as sharp as the day we first found the trail.
Our Jiu-Jitsu Team
in Fort William
Meet the Pack
Coach
Eddie Lopez
With over ten years of Jiu-Jitsu experience, Eddie is a purple belt under Highland Top Team’s Aiden MacKenzie. Though he recently paused his own competitive career to focus on founding and building the club, Eddie aims to make a strong return to competition in 2026/27.
Assistant Coach
Jack Luckhurst
Jack’s grappling journey began in Japanese Jiu-Jitsu. He brings extensive Judo experience to his teaching style, and while he serves as our lead gi coach, his no-gi skills are just as sharp. When not on the mats, Jack can be found scaling mountain faces or taking on white-water rapids.
Child Protection Officer
Amy Storey
Amy is more than capable of handling a few snarling wolves. While she isn’t a coach, she serves as our dedicated Child Protection officer andWelfare Lead, bringing years of experience and a deep commitment to supporting vulnerable groups.
Affiliating Professor
Aiden MacKenzie
We are honoured to host Aiden MacKenzie, a Black Belt from Highland Top Team. After starting his training 15 years ago in New York, US, Aiden brought his expertise back home to Inverness. Since his return, he has dedicated himself to building two legacies: the MacKenzie family and his ‘second family’ at Highland Top Team. His guidance and support are vital to our team’s growth and success.