Black belt coach

Professor Kevin Melendrez

A second-degree black belt who has trained since 2013 and still competes. At CJJF he’s known for his patience, especially with kids, and for making sure every student gets the attention they deserve.

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2nd-degree black belt
Training since 2013
IBJJF and SJJIF medalist

Professor Kevin Melendrez, second-degree black belt coach at CJJF Santa Monica

His story

About Kevin Melendrez

Professor Kevin Melendrez began training jiu jitsu in 2013. He has competed for Caveirinha Jiu Jitsu Family since at least 2016 and was coaching at the academy by 2018.

Kevin has a real talent for teaching kids. He is patient and goes out of his way to make sure every child, and every adult, gets the attention they deserve.

He competed as a black belt by 2021 and now holds the second degree.

Role: Coach, CJJF Santa Monica
Rank: Black belt, 2nd degree
Training since: 2013
Competes in: Gi and no-gi: IBJJF, SJJIF and local tournaments
Known for: Patience, especially with kids
Teaches: Kids and adult classes

Competition record

Kevin Melendrez’s BJJ Competition Results

Where an official result is online, the card links to it. The 2016 and 2017 results come from the academy’s records.

Bronze, IBJJF American Nationals No-Gi

2021 · Master 1 black belt, light

American National IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship.

See the official result

SJJIF World Championship

2016 · Bronze, plus silver in the open class

The open class puts competitors of every weight in one bracket.

LA Open and San Diego

2017 · Two bronzes and a silver

Bronze twice at the LA Open and silver in San Diego.

Subfighter, Submission Showdown, Dream

2016 · Gold and two silvers

Gold at Subfighter, silver at Submission Showdown and silver at the Dream tournament.

On the mat

How Professor Kevin Teaches

Great with kids

Known at CJJF for his patience and for making sure every child gets the attention they deserve.

Still competing

He competes in gi and no-gi, so what he teaches is tested against resisting opponents.

Every belt, firsthand

Training since 2013, from white belt to second-degree black belt.

What students say

What Students Say About Professor Kevin

“Best gym ever. The three professors (Maycon, Kevin, and Jacob) are very knowledgeable teachers with many years of experience under their belts. All classes from the kids to adults are professionally handled. It’s so great seeing people of all ages come here and train hard.”

Ana A.Google review

“Professor Kevin has a solid game and is committed to teach.”

Rodrigo B.Google review

“Coach Kevin does an amazing job teaching the kids.”

Chris H.Google review

FAQ

Questions About Kevin Melendrez

What belt is Kevin Melendrez?

Professor Kevin is a black belt, second degree. He has trained since 2013 and competed as a black belt by 2021.

Does Professor Kevin teach kids?

Yes. Kids classes are where he’s best known: he’s patient and makes sure every child gets attention. See kids classes.

Does Kevin Melendrez compete?

Yes. He has medals from the SJJIF World Championship (2016), IBJJF events including the 2021 American Nationals No-Gi, and local tournaments. See the 2021 result.

Can I take a private lesson with Professor Kevin?

Private lessons are available for all ages. Call or email and ask about training with Professor Kevin. See private lessons.