Rachel Ranschau
Professional Jiu-Jitsu competitor & André Galvão black belt
Learn from one of San Diego's top female black belts.
Rachel Ranschau is a highly accomplished black belt Jiu Jitsu coach from San Diego, California. Trained under the renowned André Galvão at Atos HQ and PJ Barch at 10th Planet South Bay, she boasts an impressive track record, including a Gold at the American Nationals brown belt gi & no gi, multiple Pans gi medals, and top placements at IBJJF No Gi Euros and Worlds black belt.
Rachel's coaching style is tailored to students of all levels, focusing on both detail-oriented instruction and conceptual advice to enhance her clients' understanding of Jiu Jitsu. She specializes in various techniques in gi and no gi, including chain passing, wrestle-ups, inversions, leg locks, butterfly, half guard, and distance guards like spider and lasso.
Beyond her martial arts prowess, Rachel holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and has experience in both cancer research and patient care in psychiatric hospitals. This unique background, coupled with her extensive Jiu Jitsu notes, allows her to place a strong emphasis on intellectual and technical training, fostering self-reflection, goal setting, and a deep understanding of Jiu Jitsu fundamentals in her students.
Rachel's accomplishments
- Euros silver medalist, no gi, black belt, 2022
- Worlds bronze medalist, no gi, black belt, 2022
- Black belt from André Galvão, 2022
- Euros double bronze medalist, gi, brown belt, 2022
- American Nationals gi & no gi gold medalist, brown belt, 2021
- Pans silver medalist, gi (absolute), brown belt, 2021
- Pans bronze medalist, gi, brown belt, 2021
- Pans silver medalist, gi, brown belt, 2020
- Pans silver medalist, no gi, brown belt, 2020
- Training under both André Galvão at Atos HQ and PJ Barch at 10th Planet South Bay
- Coach at 10th Planet South Bay
In her own words...
Hear Rachel speak about her approach to note-taking, information retention, and skill development on the world's top Jiu-Jitsu education podcast, BJJ Mental Models.
Real feedback on Rachel's coaching:
“I've had the privilege of witnessing the profound impact Rachel Ranschau's coaching has on her students. Rachel's unique blend of technical expertise, detailed instruction, and conceptual advice has helped dozens of grapplers elevate their skills to new heights. Her dedication to teaching fundamentals, fostering self-reflection, and setting goals is truly exceptional. Rachel's background in biology and her experience in both research and patient care add a depth to her coaching style that is rare in this field. I wholeheartedly recommend Rachel Ranschau to anyone seeking to deepen their understanding and improve their practice of Jiu-Jitsu.”
Steve Kwan, BJJ Mental Models
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