Laban Propst
Laban Propst is the owner and head instructor of Alliance Jiu Jitsu Knoxville, formerly Lucas Lepri Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Knoxville. A black belt under Lucas Lepri of Alliance and a four-time world champion, Laban coaches children and adults, from complete beginners to experienced competitors.
Laban holds a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. His graduate work focused on using exercise to support childhood development across all developmental domains, a background that informs his approach to teaching.
Teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Knoxville, Laban helps students understand not just how a technique works, but when and why to use it. His coaching emphasizes precise technique, consistent practice and taking care of training partners.