Marco Esparza

Sensei Marco Esparza is a dominant force in Texas combat sports and one of the most respected strikers in the region. A two-time Houston MMA Champion at 125 lbs and Kickboxing Champion at 135 lbs, Marco has cemented his reputation as the best striker in Texas—a title widely recognized by fighters, coaches, and fans across the state.

As the Captain of the Dragon Clan fight team and the first coach to stand alongside his brother, Sensei Will, Marco has played a pivotal role in building the top youth competitive martial arts team in Texas. Together, they've transformed countless young fighters into champions, leading them to victory across disciplines and proving that iron sharpens iron inside the House of Dragons.

Sensei Marco is not only a multi-division and multi-discipline champion—excelling in Wrestling, BJJ, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Karate—but also one of the most sought-after instructors at HOD. His technical precision, championship mindset, and unmatched ability to elevate fighters at every level make him the pride of the Dragon Clan.

Whether he's coaching up-and-coming amateurs or cornering elite competitors, Sensei Marco leads with excellence, loyalty, and the relentless fire of a true martial artist. His presence at HOD represents the gold standard of what it means to be a fighter, a coach, and a leader.