Romulo Melo BJJ practices and teaches traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for fitness, competition, and self-defense. Chief instructor, Romulo Melo, having trained directly under Vinicius Aieta and Royler Gracie at the highly respected Gracie Academy, Gracie Humaita in Rio de Janeiro, as well as at the Gracie Tijuca academy, brings the best of authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the United States.
Romulo adheres to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a complete way of life, not just a martial art or a sport. He is proud and excited to be able to share his wealth of knowledge and practical experience both on and off the mat with his students. He also embraces BJJ's healthy lifestyle as one that can help you get the most out of life in every aspect.
Romulo adheres to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a complete way of life, not just a martial art or a sport. He is proud and excited to be able to share his wealth of knowledge and practical experience both on and off the mat with his students. He also embraces BJJ's healthy lifestyle as one that can help you get the most out of life in every aspect.
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What do I need to bring to my first class? RMBJJ will provide a gi uniform for your first class just bring shorts & a t-shirt. No special equipment is needed. Just show up ready to have fun & learn. What class is best for beginners? The majority of our classes are beginner friendly. It's actually easiest to call out the classes to avoid.
I was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, an energetic kid who was always looking for trouble. One day my mother decided to take my brother to Judo class to learn how to defend himself and build his self-confidence, so I tagged along. On the first day of attendance, at 3 years old, I saw the mat for the first time and immediately kicked off my shoes, began running all over the place, spinning and rolling, and feeling completely at home.
At Romulo Melo BJJ you will find a great selection of adult classes for those 15 years old and up. Discover the best in world class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as well as MMA, Self-Defense and even private classes. Here at Romulo Melo BJJ, you will discover the best in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, passed down directly from the Gracie Family and the Gracie Humaita academy in Brazil.
More than a collection of random techniques, RMBJJ Online delivers a side-by-side reference of the methodologies of our academy. Not only can you study the move of the week, but you'll also have access to related techniques and counter techniques giving you important context and allowing you to learn faster.
In addition to our regularly scheduled kids and adult classes, Romulo Melo BJJ also offers private and semi-private instruction to meet your scheduling needs. Private classes are perfect for those with hectic schedules who still want to keep up with their training. There are many other reasons to choose private instruction, too.
Reviews (22)
David H.
Dec 17, 2021
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Samuel Levin
Sep 06, 2020
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Clarissa T.
Aug 26, 2020
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I found Romulo's gym randomly and has since then become one of the biggest sources of community, physical exertion and overall happiness for me while living in SF! I've trained with Romulo as both my Brazilian Joy Jitsu coach and my personal trainer. Both journeys have been nothing short of incredible. 10/10 would recommend blindly to anyone that asked!
Brandon S.
Aug 11, 2020
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Romulo Melo's gym was my introduction to jiu jitsu and I could not have asked for a better place to learn. I tried many other schools first that either had poor instruction or were all fluff. RMBJJ blew them all away - Romulo is an incredible instructor and very welcoming. Likewise, his students are incredibly sharp, but eager to help you progress.
Anyone is always happy to roll with lower belts or smaller people, and help them enjoy the roll while pushing them to be better.
I quickly found myself daydreaming about going to class while I was at work everyday, you won't regret dropping
Anyone is always happy to roll with lower belts or smaller people, and help them enjoy the roll while pushing them to be better.
I quickly found myself daydreaming about going to class while I was at work everyday, you won't regret dropping
Wilson L.
Jul 23, 2020
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I trained here for a span of around 8 months or so on and off.
Romulo is an amazing instructor and always makes sure students of every level are comfortable in his gym.
As a new comer, it was very tough for me to understand how to do some of the moves and the environment creates within the gym was very helpful. It was very easy to find new training partners of all different skill and there was never a boring moment there.
You can tell everyone there has a bond with eachother and that's why we all keep going back.
Can't wait for things to open up so we can get back to training!
Romulo is an amazing instructor and always makes sure students of every level are comfortable in his gym.
As a new comer, it was very tough for me to understand how to do some of the moves and the environment creates within the gym was very helpful. It was very easy to find new training partners of all different skill and there was never a boring moment there.
You can tell everyone there has a bond with eachother and that's why we all keep going back.
Can't wait for things to open up so we can get back to training!
Jeremy Jong
Jun 09, 2020
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I've been training with Romulo about 10 years now. He introduced me to the gi, which in returned elevated my jiu-jitsu to a much higher and technical level with and without the jacket. Before that, I was your typical mma guy that required heavily on wrestling and slipperiness to get me through the rounds. What I love most is that Romulo still teaches the self-defense aspect of jiu-jitsu, while keeping a playful environment allowing all practitioners to incorporate the newer and innovative styles that have been sparking up in the competition scene. The diversity of styles and healthy egos of the
Jacob Gee
Jun 07, 2020
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Fernando L.
May 16, 2020
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Samuel L.
Apr 19, 2020
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You couldn't ask for a school with a better vibe. Romulo and the students strike the perfect balance between training, competing, and challenging each other on the one hand, and having fun and being supportive on the other. There are a lot of skilled people at the school-higher belt who have been training a long time and are serious about BJJ-and they know how to help a white belt like me learn and have a good time. This all flows from Romulo himself, who has a deep, subtle knowledge of BJJ and a great sense of humor. Maybe it has something do with how training BJJ means putting your life
Apr 17, 2020
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Henry H.
Apr 17, 2020
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Romulo is an outstanding athlete and real champion, on and off the mat. I came to his school without any prior knowledge and found an atmosphere where mutual learning and growth is celebrated and where Jiu-Jitsu is taught in a fun but also very challenging way.
The best thing about this place is that every single athlete is willing to share their knowledge and help each other, which makes possibilities to learn endless.
This is because of the owner and head coach Romulo, who embodies the lifestyle of Jiu-Jitsu and drives this kind of culture and sense of community.
Regardless whether you want
The best thing about this place is that every single athlete is willing to share their knowledge and help each other, which makes possibilities to learn endless.
This is because of the owner and head coach Romulo, who embodies the lifestyle of Jiu-Jitsu and drives this kind of culture and sense of community.
Regardless whether you want
Brian O.
Apr 17, 2020
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Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a great place to learn the martial art. Romulo is a great coach, and the atmosphere is very welcoming and friendly, and I've made many good friends there over the years that I've trained there. The quality of training is great too. Many students compete and do well in tournaments.
Roy H.
Apr 17, 2020
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Jason P.
Jul 08, 2019
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Romulo is a terrific coach and he has created a great, positive environment at his school.
Very high-level instruction, but always delivered with a super encouraging attitude. "Pick a partner, have some fun"
The room is full of tough competitors, but it's still a supportive, ego-free environment. I couldn't ask for more from a school.
Very high-level instruction, but always delivered with a super encouraging attitude. "Pick a partner, have some fun"
The room is full of tough competitors, but it's still a supportive, ego-free environment. I couldn't ask for more from a school.
Edward R.
Jun 17, 2019
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Georgy M.
Apr 27, 2019
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I am very happy i was training with Romulo Melo Academy in San Francisco. He is very experienced and talented instructor.
He was able to teach me the basic fundamentals of the TECHNIQNICS and put me on next level of Art Jiu -Jitsu. I completely changed my lifestyle and mind with this art. I was replaced by job in San Jose but i keep are training Jiu Jitsu at CTA. You know what, just cannot to not go train anymore. Highly recommend ROMULO MELO ACADEMY for EVERYONE to learn Jiu Jitsu and enjoy your Journey!
Yes you can, Georgy Max.
He was able to teach me the basic fundamentals of the TECHNIQNICS and put me on next level of Art Jiu -Jitsu. I completely changed my lifestyle and mind with this art. I was replaced by job in San Jose but i keep are training Jiu Jitsu at CTA. You know what, just cannot to not go train anymore. Highly recommend ROMULO MELO ACADEMY for EVERYONE to learn Jiu Jitsu and enjoy your Journey!
Yes you can, Georgy Max.
Oliver T.
Sep 09, 2018
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I was visiting San Francisco last week and immediately felt welcomed by Romulo and his team.
The team appears to train in a very familiar atmosphere.
Romulo's instructions are detailed and he checks up on those details when students practice.
All of the guys I rolled with were very technical and high level.
The team appears to train in a very familiar atmosphere.
Romulo's instructions are detailed and he checks up on those details when students practice.
All of the guys I rolled with were very technical and high level.
Liam Caine
Nov 02, 2017
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My favorite place in the world! Romulo is the man, world class competitor / teacher and an overall great guy. The atmosphere he's created here is something very special. Whether you're interested in BJJ for competition, self-defense or just to get in shape, I couldn't recommend a better group of guys and gals.
James Davies
Oct 02, 2017
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Warren W.
May 24, 2017
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Came here with a friend for an intro.
Was really happy with this academy and meeting Professor Romulo, super nice guy and knowledgeable guy.
I unfortunately had a job change that took me out of San Francisco. Otherwise, I'd be here for the lunch and evening sessions all the time.
It's a nice crowd where a deep level belts of an established academy are self-evident.
Was really happy with this academy and meeting Professor Romulo, super nice guy and knowledgeable guy.
I unfortunately had a job change that took me out of San Francisco. Otherwise, I'd be here for the lunch and evening sessions all the time.
It's a nice crowd where a deep level belts of an established academy are self-evident.
Christian W.
Nov 10, 2016
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Cem Turhal
Jan 04, 2015
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Romulo is an amazing instructor! His gym is conveniently located and is directly in front of the iconic SF cable cars, which makes rolling here a blast. Romulo keeps his gym clean and well maintained, I especially appreciate this as rolling on a dirty mat is disgusting. The people that roll here are mainly professionals with jobs and therefore, need to be at work without injuries, we go hard but avoid causing injuries. He conveniently rents gi's making this an ideal spot if you are visiting and want to roll in SF. If you want to learn BJJ this is your place, see you on the mat!
