Meet Chris Timpone

Empowering Fair Lawn Through Discipline, Confidence, and Jiu-Jitsu

Who We Are

At Viper's Den Jiu-Jitsu, we're more than just a martial arts academy — we're a community dedicated to helping students of all ages build confidence, discipline, and resilience. Located in Fair Lawn and proudly serving families from Elmwood Park, Saddle Brook, and Paramus, we provide world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction that blends traditional techniques with modern training methods.

Our unique approach combines BJJ and wrestling for a complete grappling system, giving students the skills they need for self-defense, competition, and personal growth. Guided by a warrior spirit, our passionate instructors empower every student to train with purpose, live with honor, and become unbreakable — on and off the mat.

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Meet Our Instructors

Chris Timpone

Owner & Head Professor

1st-Degree BJJ Black Belt under Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec (Renzo Gracie lineage). 12 years of BJJ, 16 years of competitive wrestling. Born and raised in Fair Lawn — founder of Viper's Den.

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Roger Borshe

Professor

1st-Degree BJJ Black Belt under Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec. 33 years of martial arts experience including Catch Wrestling, Boxing, Hapkido, and MMA. 25+ years teaching experience.

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Michael Rivera

Coach

20+ Years Martial Arts Experience | Army Veteran | Mentor & Coach. First student when Viper's Den opened. BJJ Brown Belt under Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec.

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