Welcome to Ruffhouse

Welcome to Ruffhouse jiu jitsu! Our program in Shelton is located inside the Shelton Athletic Club. Ruffhouse Jiu Jitsu was founded by Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt Arthur Ruff in 1999 in Phoenix, AZ. Now based in Renton, WA, we pride ourselves as being one of the best jiu jitsu programs that Washington has to offer.

Classes at Shelton Athletic Club are taught by brown belt Francisco Rivera. Our classes are suited for students from beginner to advanced, children to adult, any age or ability level. Please read about us, ask any questions, and come in for a class!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

 

 
Francisco and his twin brother Jose

Francisco and his twin brother Jose

 

Francisco Rivera

Francisco Rivera has been training martial arts for 25 years. He started in Taekwondo when he was young, and has a 4th degree black belt in Taekwondo.

Francisco began Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2005, and earned his brown belt from Professor Arthur in 2021. He has been teaching at Shelton for three years, and also teaches classes at Ruffhouse Renton. Francisco is a very detailed, passionate instructor who is willing to train with anyone.

Professor Arthur Ruff

Arthur Ruff, born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has been training in the martial arts since 1981, starting with the art of Judo. He trained in Judo for more than ten years, winning numerous competitions and receiving a black belt.

Professor Arthur is currently a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and has won multiple championships including the American National Championship, European Championship, and Pan American Championship, and placed multiple times at the World Championships and World Masters.

Adult/TEEN Jiu Jitsu

Our classes consist of rigorous warmups, partner drills, technique, and sparring. Jiu Jitsu teaches adults how to defend and submit opponents or attackers of any size or shape. Each body type has its advantages and disadvantages in fighting, and through Jiu Jitsu, students will learn how to use their body effectively. Jiu Jitsu teaches students discipline, respect, humility, and to overcome fear and adversity.

Ages teen and up.

 

class schedule

Saturday: 10am-11am, Beginner Jiu Jitsu
11am-12pm, Advanced Jiu Jitsu


Sunday: 10am-11am, Beginner Jiu Jitsu
11am-12pm, Advanced Jiu Jitsu

Please contact Shelton Athletic Club for more information

shelton athletic club

(360) 426-1388
SAC@hctc.com
707 S 1st Street, Shelton, WA 98584

Website: https://www.sheltonathleticclub.com/

 

info@ruffhousejiujitsu.com