Welcome to Team Rivas Jiu-Jitsu

Professor Daniel Rivas is a 3rd Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Bruno Bastos and one of the most accomplished instructors and competitors in Texas. With a deep passion for the art, he is dedicated to helping students unlock their full potential—both on and off the mats—by fostering discipline, resilience, and confidence through Jiu-Jitsu.

For years, Professor Rivas has transformed lives. His Kids Program empowers children to overcome bullying, build self-esteem, develop healthy habits, and even improve their academic performance. His Adult Program has guided students toward remarkable weight loss journeys—ranging from 20 to 80 pounds—while fostering a stronger, healthier, and more confident lifestyle.

Professor Rivas began his Jiu-Jitsu journey in 1997 and has had the privilege of training under some of the most respected instructors and competitors in the United States and beyond. His relentless pursuit of growth and innovation drives him to stay at the forefront of the sport, training with elite athletes and bringing the latest techniques back to his academy.

As a dedicated competitor, Professor Rivas has tested his skills against world-class opponents across the country. Through years of intense training and competition, he has forged an unbreakable mindset—one that embraces challenges, pushes past limits, and never backs down.

This “Never Give Up” philosophy is at the core of his teaching, shaping students into disciplined, confident, and unstoppable individuals—ready to face any challenge that comes their way.