Your Instructors
Professor
Whit McClendon
Whit McClendon has over 40 years of experience in practicing and teaching martial arts, and founded Jade Mountain Martial Arts in 2003. JMMA/Cinco Ranch BJJ are Carlos Machado Affiliates, and he's proud to have been awarded his black belt by Carlos Machado, himself.
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Whit prides himself on creating an environment that allows each student to progress at their own pace while enjoying the learning process. His goal is to help each of his students to better their lives through martial arts training.
Credentials
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Black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu,
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6th Degree Black sash in Mantis Kung Fu,
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Krav Maga Instructor, KMG
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IKFF Kettlebell Instructor Lvl 2
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CrossFit Level 1 Coach
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CrossFit Games Competitor
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2 time National AAU Shuai Jiao Silver Medalist
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4-Time Finisher, Houston Half-Marathon
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Published Fiction and Non-Fiction Author
Coach
Seth Miller
Coach Seth Miller has been training in Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over a decade. He's competed and won medals in several prestigious competitions.
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Seth enjoys teaching immensely and brings that enthusiasm to every training session. He loves seeing his students learn and progress and is known for his patience and inclusive teaching methods.
Credentials
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2nd Degree Brown Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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Division Champion in NAGA
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Gold Medals in Gi & Advanced No-Gi
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer
