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Melvin Revilla Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 92 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Mill Creek, Washington
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule melvinrevillabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (425) 949-0800
Hours
| Monday | 12–1:30 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–1:30 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This place has great staff from front desk to all the professors that are very experienced, love what they do and patient with all the kids!”
“There is an opportunity to do tournaments as well and all the coaches are supportive of that if you chose to do that as well.”
“From coach Jason at the beginner level to coach Melvin himself at the advanced level, our sons are growing in the sport, staying physically active and mentally challenged.”
What members say
“Malvin is a really professional coach. The best thing about him is that he always participates during the process of training and educating kids.”
“From coach Jason at the beginner level to coach Melvin himself at the advanced level, our sons are growing in the sport, staying physically active and mentally challenged.”
“Starting out here, everyone was very welcoming, and you learn actual techniques quickly and get to practice them on a daily basis.”
“I’ve watched every practice and I’m always impressed by how patient they are and how they make sure each child understands the technique before moving on.”
“Thanks Melvin Revilla Jiujitsu Academy my kids gained confidence, discipline, and a sense of inner peace.”
“The community is embracing and their manager Megan, communicates quickly and thoroughly about classes, holidays, competitions and small details.”
From the reviews
Before signing up our children, we tried several other places in Bothell area and for us Gracie Barra is the best training school. Here is a very friendly and welcoming environment, where kids feel comfortable from day one. In addition, the monthly fees are reasonable and kids can attend jiu-jitsu 4 times a week.
Our family has been training here for 2.5 years, and it’s been absolutely life-changing! 🥋 The coaches are incredible, and Professor Melvin’s guidance has taken my husband’s and my son Liam’s Jiu Jitsu to the next level.
As a mom, I couldn’t be happier with this academy for my kids! From day one, the coaches have been so welcoming, patient, and encouraging. They not only teach Jiu-Jitsu with so much knowledge and passion, but they also help the kids build confidence, discipline, and respect.
We’ve had a great experience at Melvin Revilla Jiu Jitsu. The environment is welcoming, the staff is very kind and attentive, and the coaches are truly amazing with the kids.
New to BJJ? Start at Melvin Revilla Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
Melvin Revilla Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Melvin Revilla Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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