Katie Dees
SACRAMENTO, CA Instructor
Katie started training at 30 years old. While working a career at IKEA. She fell in love with jiu jitsu quickly and became an entrepreneur and co-owner of Ralph Gracie BJJ in Sacramento. Shortly after she started the first womens only program here in Sacramento. Currently she is a brown belt under Manny Gonzales and has over 10 years of grappling experience.
She has competed in various competitions such as Submission Pro Tour, WFC, IBJJF Pans, and Master Worlds.
She also teaches the women’s program at Ralph Gracie Sacramento and recently became a White/Pink belt through the MEAN GIRL PROJECT & Hero Self Defense. She truly hopes to inspire other ladies to train jiu jitsu not only for their safety and well being but for the great community that it brings together.
Off the mats Katie, enjoys spending time with her three children who also train Brazilian jiu jitsu. She enjoys traveling and coaching at jiu jitsu tournaments. She also enjoys weightlifting and spending time with her ladies from class.
510-334-7631