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Jeff Messina – Messina started his training in December of 1997 with Saul Soliz. Saul was at the forefront of crosstraining, MMA, Boxing, BJJ, and High Endurance Athletic Training. Being exposed to so many knowledgeable Instructors allowed Jeff to be very technical and well respected at the forefront of this sport. The early days with Saul were tough and memorable. Jeff has had the opportunity to train with such fighters as Tito Ortiz, Rico Rodriguez, Yves Edwards, Tim Credeur, Kevin Randleman, Coleman and Kerr in order to prepare them for UFC and Pride. Jeff became more passionate about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu after traveling to Rio de Janeiro of 02 to train with Fransico Albuquerque (Toco) and the students at Nova Geracao (Cyborg, Pulga, Mangabeira, Tim Maia,etc). Jeff soon met Rodrigo Medeiros, a Carlson Gracie 4th Degree Blackbelt, whom he eventually earned his black belt under in 2008 after winning the nationals in Los Angeles. Jeff has trained in Muay Thai kickboxing in Thailand, currently trains Judo with Brian Neal and Jaime Lazcano, and trained boxing with Saul Faz, Lewis Woods and Dwight Pratchett. Jeff is a well rounded fighter but feels BJJ is the most effective Martial Art and treats BJJ as a lifestyle and culture. Jeff is a graduate of University of Houston and resides in Katy with his son Noah,step-son Adrian and wife Veronica. Jeff wishes to share what Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has done in his own life and what it will do for everyone to improve every aspect of life no matter age or gender. |
| 1999 Battle at the Beach Vale Tudo light heavyweight 1st place 2001 Houston submission challenge 1rst heavy weight gi, 2nd heavy weight no-gi 2003 Carlos Machado Winter Wars 3rd place blue belt 2003 smack down in H-Town 1rst adv middle weight no-gi 2003 Carlos Machado BJJ Open 1st blue belt division 2003 Battle of H-TOWN 1st in advance middle weight 2003 competitor in the world championships in Rio “Mudials 2003” 2003 Texas Shoot Out 1st Gi middle weight,3rd open division no-gi 2004 Carlos Machado Winter Wars 2nd purple belt 2005 Texas International Grappling Festival 1st Place Gi Cruiser Weight Division Advanced/Purple/Brown/Black Division 2006 Carlos Machado Winter Wars – purple belt heavyweight division 3rd 2006 Pan American Competitor purple belt 2006 Fight Fest Corpus Christi(pro mma) won via rear naked choke 1:55 r 1 2006 Mundial competitor brown belt 2007 Carlson Gracie Open 2 Open weight class second 2008 Pan Americans –brown belt medium heavy silver medal 2008 Brown Belt Absolute National Champion 2009 NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS(MMA) W- via Triangle 2010 GFA (Global Fighting Alliance MMA) Win via armbar 36 seconds 2010 Pan American Black Belt Bronze Medal 2010 Grapplers Quest 1st Place 2010 Bronze Absolute Class US Nationals 2010 Black Belt Winner of Superfight Battle of HTown 2010 No Gi World Champion (Senior 1 Black Belt) 2011 Silver Medal at the IBJJF Dallas Open Absolute Black Belt Masters 2011 Gold Medal Alamo Judo Classic Black Belt (Master and Adult) 2012 3rd Place at American Nationals IBJF Dallas Open2013 Silver Medal at the Houston Open |
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Bryan Neal – Bryan started judo in 1986 with Karl Geis. Currently Bryan is 3rd Dan Black Belt in Judo and a Brown Belt in JiuJitsu who has trained with many Judo legends in Japan where he spend the majority 1993-94. Brian has trained under legends such as Iaso Kano, Jimmy Wooley, Tommy Digr, Kenny Paterson, Haruk Otsaka, Onosawa Sensei, Asrwa Sensei,and Tommy Riss. Bryan has been working hard on his BJJ for many years and is currently a Brown Belt. Bryan’s judo is very adaptable to BJJ and he has a passion for teaching and training extends into also being one of Revo Dojo’s Crossfit Kettlebell Instructors. Bryan won a tremendous amount of competitions below is a sample of some. 8x state champ 4x state collegiate champ Silver 94 national collegiate’s |
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Charles – Crossfit Level 1 InstructorAs a student of the Martial Arts for many years, Charles’ passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu started back in 2004 while on a combat tour in Iraq. When he came home in 2006 he searched for a place to train finally ending up at Revolution in the late summer of 2007. He has called it home ever since. While continuing his service in the reserves, Charles is a marine veteran for over 8 years and counting. He is a purple belt in BJJ under Jeff Messina, Black Belt instructor in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, Level I in Army Combatitives, a graduate of BRC(Basic Reconnassince Course), Ranger School, and other various military specific schools. He has taught and trained all over the country and world but has never been more impressed with or leared as much than under the teachings of Jeff, Brian, the other coaches and students of Revolution Dojo. Charles is also one of Revo Dojo’s Crossfit Kettlebell Instructors. |
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Mike Jackson – Mike has been training for 9 years now under Jeff Messina. He received his purple belt in October 2008. Mike is an active instructor that enjoys teaching and helping to improve everyone’s game. He loves breaking down techniques and showing the small details of each movement to help others excel. He teaches at the Houston location and is very passionate about each of his students.Mike has also competed in many tournaments placing in most. |
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Jaime Lazcano – Jaime has been practicing different martial arts throughout his life, with his true passion being judo. As an athlete he has trained with World Champions and Olympians and currently holds the rank of Nidan (second degree black belt) under the renowned national collegiate coach Bob Perez (Texas A&M) and a purple belt in BJJ under Jeff Messina. During his competitive years, coach Jaime, competed and placed in numerous tournaments fighting hundreds of matches winning numerous times the Texas State Championships and Collegiate State Championships. As a leader/coach he was the Team Captain for the Texas A&M Judo team heading the team to a 3rd place national collegiate placement during his last collegiate year. This was one of the 2 overall best team accomplishments since 1990. Jaime brings extreme competitive experience with a strong focus on detail for coaching that can help anyone achieve their personal goals; whether you are trying to release stress or compete at a national level he is glad to help. |
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James “Zip” Zipperer – CrossFit Level 1 Instructor/Kids BJJ Assistant Instructor Zip is a integral part of the coaching staff at Revolution Dojo. Not only is he is an assistant instructor under Jeff Messina with the kids Jiu Jitsu program he is also Charles’ right hand man when it comes to CrossFit. He is a purple belt in BJJ, and trains/coaches Crossfit at Revolution Dojo. Zip has dedicated his life to Martial Arts and Fitness and continues to further his education by pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at the University of Houston. |
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Kimo Rigmaiden – Former silver medalist in U.S.International Wushu Championship Sanshou kickboxing Former San Shou middle weight kickboxing champion florida Former Ikf amatuer Sanshou kickboxing middle weight United States champion in Cung Lee s Born to fight Tournament Licensed professional boxer Ceritfied Pta global personal trainer Striking coach for former world strike force champion Kj Noons |
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Veronica Mota has been training BJJ since 2009. Veronica received her purple belt from Jeff Messina in 2012. She is an active competitor and also teaches the Women’s BJJ and Self Defense class at Revolution. Veronica also practices Judo and encorporates Judo techniques in her class. “I’m excited to help others reach their goals!” |
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Nethaneel “Nete” Mongonia - Since 2007, Kru Nete has studied and fought directly under the supervision of the legendary two time Lumpinee stadium champion Kru Thussayu “Pong” Phumswarng. What started out as a way to lose weight, turned into a deep passion and love for the art of Muay Thai. He holds the USMTA National Super Middle-weight title, USACS Super Middle-weight title, and the TBA-SA International Class-A Light Middle-weight title. |
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Sam Mongonia “The Bully” - Since 2007 Sam has trained under Kru “Pong.” Has trained in Thailand,Uganda, and Cambodia. Has cornered fighters such as: Uriel Figueroa and Jennifer Guerrero Record of 2-0 |
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Urial Figueroa “Woody” - Training Martial Arts since 2002. Started training Jiu Jitsu in 2006 under Manny Galvan then studied Muay Thai under Romelle Agra from Elite MMA. Record of 2-1. |
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Jonathan Naranjo - Naranjo has been training under Jeff Messina since 2007. He received his purple belt in 2012. Jonathan teaches GI and NOGI most often at the Houston location. He competes very frequently, generally placing in multiple divisions and taking home numerous medals. Jonathan is a fierce competitor and an invaluable asset to our team. He has world class technique and has the ability to improve the game of any level Jiu Jitsu fighter |
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Ray Blodgett one of the instructors for our MMA class. He is a professional MMA Fighter with |
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Domingo Pilarte is pro fighter with an undefeated combined record(4-0). Domingo will be teaming up with Ray Blodgett to head the MMA program at Revolution Dojo. Domingo is a formidable enemy on the ground or on his feet. He trains BJJ under Jeff Messina. He has finished all of his opponents either by submission or KO. Domingo has an explosive game and is a very patient, knowledgeable instructor. Come see why Domingo is one of the most feared 135lb fighters around and is bound for the UFC. |
