Martial Arts Instructors

Rice Brothers Jiu Jitsu Academy Martial Arts Instructors

Tanner Rice

Head Instructor

Tanner Rice started learning jiu jitsu when he was 7 years old under his father Rod Rice when tanner was young he made the decision to embark on the journey of becoming a world champion fighting on some of the biggest stages jiu jitsu has to offer all the way through the ranks. In 2012 at the brown belt level he finally achieved his goal of becoming world champion. Even after such a big accomplishment he continued to push himself and endure at the black belt level competing and placing at some of the largest competitions in the world such as ibjjf europeans and ibjjf pan ams. Dont worry his accomplishments as a competitor are not his only impressive feats. He has also
instructed and built multiple world champions in the process. So not only does Tanner understand what its like to compete at the top level he also has the ability to coach and instruct you on how to endure and strive in such an environment. When you do have a conversation with him ask him about his love for star wars.

Rice Brothers Jiu Jitsu Academy Martial Arts Instructors

Matthew Rice

Head Instructor

Matthew rice started training jiu jitsu when he was 4 years old also learning under his father Rodney Rice. Matthew much like his brother aspired to be exceptional at the sport, with great coaching from his father and two older brothers he was able to win multiple pan am championships and world championships in kids divisions, his success continued to show through into the highly competitive juvenile divisions, winning the pan am championships and world championships at blue belt as well as a national championship at purple belt and placing at another pan am championship at brown belt. Matthew continues to compete as well as expanding his work ethic into the world of business. When you do have a conversation with him ask him about his love of videogames.

Rice Brothers Jiu Jitsu Academy Martial Arts Instructors

Christian Longo

Lead Instructor

Chrisitan Longo started training jiu jitsu in 2017 at the age of 16 years old he quickly began rising through the ranks. At each belt level he has remained highly competitive as well as recently taking his skill set into the MMA world. He has become a main piece of our academy and overall environment here at rice bros he is a very energetic and happy person. Christian started teaching jiu jitsu in 2019 and has expanded his skills in communicating and instructing the art of jiu jitsu to a wide range of age groups and skill levels. When you have conversation with him be sure to ask about his interest in the banjo.

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Caleb Vallotton

MMA & No Gi Instructor

Caleb Vallotton is our main mma and no gi instructor, with many years of coaching wrestling on top of competing in mma and jiu jitsu he is surely able to coach you to whatever heights you wish to go. Caleb began coaching here at rice bros in 2022. And in only a couple short years we have already seen peoples skills elevate in the world of nogi and mma. When you have a conversation with him be sure to ask him about his podcast.

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Kole Dixon

Kickboxing Coach

Kole Dixon is our main kickboxing coach, Kole started training with us at Rice Bros many years ago and has always aspired to be a top level MMA fighter he is currently a professional mma fighter. With extensive nogi experience and mma experience he will be continuing to fight and push is abilities to the next level. When you have a conversation with him be sure to mention his love for pool workouts.

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Team

In addition to their technical expertise, our instructors are also excellent teachers who know how to create a supportive and challenging learning environment. They understand that every student is unique and tailor their approach to meet the needs of each individual.

Our instructors also prioritize safety, ensuring that all students learn and practice techniques in a safe and controlled manner. They are committed to helping our students build strong foundations in Jiu Jitsu, and are always available to answer questions and provide feedback.

Testimonials

I remember the first time walking into the academy after training 10 years, it was like just starting to fall into Jiu-Jitsu again. Tanner and Mathew rice are two of the most loving yet technical people in the Jiu Jitsu community, not to mention tanners a world champion (IBJJF). the kids program is insane and extremely successful. A lot of those kids end up at the top of the podium and I'm not surprised. If you're new to the area or just looking for a place to call home, rice bros stand at the top of my list for norcal area. 10/10

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I honestly do not know how somebody can leave one star for this gym. There is nobody thrown around like fresh meat in either the kids class or adults class. The only thing I can agree with that A L left in the comments is that these boys are champions. Their teaching of Jiu Jitsu is world class. Their care and consideration (especially for newcomers) is second to none. They will train you or your children to become champions. Obviously there will be some bumps and bruises along the way because you are training in a sport that involves bumps and bruises. If you want a participation trophy every time you come to class or simply want your child coddled and their hand held, than I would suggest ballet or starting a rock collection for them, but if you want them to know how to defend themselves from bullies or give an adult some self confidence than come give it a try!!! Thanks A L for your one star amongst the other five star reviews.

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Rice Brothers is fantastic. This is where my daughter got her start in BJJ, and then she got me into it. Whenever we are in town, this is where I train. It's a great gym culture, people train hard, but are very friendly, and everyone has their ego in check. The instructors know what they are doing, and are always willing to roll with you and give you some pointers. There is a wide variety of people, skill levels, and sizes. Kids and adults, men and women, big and small, and a good group of upper belts and lower belts. They have a class schedule that works for anyone.

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