Seminars & Events

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Master Class: Pressure Passing & Guard Retention with Prof. Rodrigo Medeiros

Join us for an exclusive 3-hour seminar with BJJ legend and Carlson Gracie black belt, Professor Rodrigo Medeiros. This clinic will focus heavily on old-school pressure passing concepts and modern guard retention mechanics that work at the highest levels of competition.

Date: Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Ruffhouse Renton Main Studio
Passport Members (All-Access) FREE
Foundation & Squad Members $65
Non-Members / Drop-ins $100
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Past Seminars & Clinics

December 2025

Master Saohin Srisuk

Former PABA boxing champion and Muay Thai veteran led a masterful seminar focusing on Thai striking, elite footwork, and fight strategy.

December 2025

Prof. Emily Nicholson

IBJJF World Masters & Asian Open Champion broke down her high-level techniques, strategy, and competition mindset for both kids and adults.

October 2025

Professor Chris Larkin

Head of Ruffhouse Columbus visited Renton for a deep dive into No-Gi leg locks, heel hook defense, and wrestling transitions for BJJ.

August 2025

Professor Phi Nguyen

A special cross-training clinic bridging Ruffhouse and Identity Jiu-Jitsu. Professor Phi broke down his infamous spider/lasso guard systems.

May 2025

Professor Clark Gracie

The legendary Omoplata master visited Ruffhouse to share his world-renowned submissions, grip-breaking details, and dynamic guard attacks.

February 2025

Professor Arthur Ruff

The annual Ruffhouse Association Summit. A 4-hour immersive review of the core Carlson Gracie self-defense and "Smash & Pass" philosophy.

December 2022

Prof. Rodrigo Medeiros

A monumental day for the academy. Professor Medeiros led a packed master class that culminated in Professor Arthur Ruff being awarded his 5th Degree Black Belt.

December 2021

Kru Mark "Hyena" Beecher

World-renowned Muay Thai coach and former champion brought his intense striking clinic to Renton, focusing on Dutch combinations and Thai clinching.

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