Craig T Davis - Assistant Kids Kickboxing Coach

A native of Portland, Craig Davis's journey began on the football field, a sport he played in high school. He discovered weightlifting as a teenager, a pursuit that helped him lose over 200 pounds by graduation. Before finding kickboxing and Jiu Jitsu, Craig also trained in Shotokan Karate.

Craig's teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that consistency, dedication, and community are the keys to success. He brings a methodical and scientific approach from his professional life to the mats, emphasizing a foundation built on these core principles.

Craig’s philosophy on life includes consistency, dedication, and community.  He loves kickboxing and Jiu JItsu because they allow him to apply his principles of consistency and dedication in a supportive community.

Outside of the gym, Craig’s academic career led him to Portland State University, where he earned a B.S. in 1997 with a focus on genetics. This led to a long and distinguished career at OHSU's Knight Diagnostics Lab, where he has held various roles, including lead technologist in constitutional studies, tissue culture, and Fanconi's anemia, while also focusing on cancer and fluorescent in situ hybridization.