Miller's Martial Arts Academy
Brazilian jiu-jitsu in Kirkland
- Price
- Not published
- First visit
- Free trial
- Beginners
- Beginner class
Miller's Martial Arts Academy has taught martial arts in Kirkland for 30 years, from its school in Rose Hill. The adult program is Brazilian jiu-jitsu, which the academy runs as Six Blades Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Its black belt instructors earned their black belts from Xande and Saulo Ribeiro, and the academy gives its lineage as Alexander Ribeiro. The adult classes are pitched at newcomers: the academy calls them “Beginner-Focused Classes for Everyday Individuals” and welcomes people “Starting From Zero.”
Training covers positional control, escapes, chokes and joint locks, with self-defense on the ground and technique over strength or size at its center. The academy also names fitness, confidence and weight loss as goals. The free adult class is open from age 14, and kids train in a youth program of their own.
The first visit is a free private trial lesson, and the academy lends a clean gi for it. Anyone who registers for a month and decides the class doesn't suit them gets all fees for that first month refunded, no questions asked. Class times and prices are sent out on request, so getting in touch with the academy is the step to see the week's classes.
- Free private trial lesson with a loaner gi
- First-month refund for adults who find BJJ isn't for them
- Youth classes from age 4 with monthly character assignments
Kids and juniors at Miller's Martial Arts Academy
Youth classes start at age 4. The academy says they build confidence, focus, self-discipline and respect through structured classes, encouraging instructors and age-appropriate training, with time for fun and staying active. Each month the school rotates through a character-building assignment, and completing it is recognized on the student's uniform. The kids schedule and any kids trial offer aren't listed, so a phone call to the academy is the quickest way to learn both.
Classes at Miller's Martial Arts Academy
| Class | Who | Ages | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | adults | not listed | |
| Youth Martial Arts | kids | starting at age 4 |
When classes meet
Days and part of day as of November 2026.
Facts from mmaa.com, checked November 2026. Something out of date? Send a correction.