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“It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to

have tried to succeed.”

–Theodore Roosevelt-

About us

At In The Fight Grappling in Woodinville,

we're more than just a gym; we're a grappling-based leadership academy dedicated to cultivating both physical and mental fortitude.

Under the guidance of head coach Patrick Begin, a black belt directly under the renowned Neil Melanson, our students benefit from a lineage of exceptional grappling expertise. Neil's own training under Gene LeBell, who notably coached Ronda Rousey and "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, provides a rich foundation in combat sports. Further enriching our instruction, Patrick has trained alongside world-class fighters such as Randy Couture, Frank Trigg, Vitor Belfort, and Bryan Danielson, bringing a wealth of real-world experience to our mats. We empower individuals to develop discipline, resilience, and leadership skills through the art of grappling.

patrick begin

OWNER/HEAD COACH

Neil Melanson Black Belt of 12 years. Specializes in MMA style ground fighting.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much do you cost?

    Childrens - $100 per Month + card fee (Family discounts available)

    adults - $150 per month + card fee

  • is this jiu jitsu?

    kids are taught in gis and use jiu jitsu belt rankings. they learn a mixture of wrestling, jiu jitsu and judo. our adults program is no-gi grappling.

  • How many times a week can we attend class?

    we offer an unlimited membership, you can attend as many classes as there is available. PLease see class schedule tab.

  • Do i need to sign up or rsvp for class?

    not currently

  • what skill levels do you accept?

    we accept all skill levels.

  • what ages can attend?

    children: 5 - 15 years of age. we do not currently split age groups.

    adults: 16 +

  • what do i need to bring for my first class?

    wear comfortable athletic clothing or a gi for kids)

    water

    towel

    flip flops

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