Meet Our Coaches
Jaime Filer
2nd Degree Black Belt
Head Instructor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Owner
Jaime, a 2nd degree black belt under Coach James Foster, was awarded his Black Belt in February 2017. As a martial artist, his foundation includes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing, and MMA. Jaime is also Head Instructor at Phantom Jiu-Jitsu in Maple Valley along side owner/friend Bingo Crook.
Jaime works closely with LEO and is a WA State Criminal Justice Training Commission Defensive Tactics Instructor as well as a Defensive Tactics Instructor with the SPD advanced training unit.
Jaime is an active competitor in both Gi and No-Gi, recently talking Gold at IBJJF Sacramento Open for Gi in February 2024. He was a top ranked IBJJF Gi/No-Gi competitor in 2023 including Gold at the Austin Open in the Open weight class No-Gi and Silver at IBJJF Master International at Worlds in the Open weight class for Gi.
Zach Filer
Head Coach Strength and Conditioning / Wrestling / Owner
Zach has been in the strength and conditioning field for over 15 years. Outside the gym, Zach has worked as a Kettlebell Subject Matter Expert for Crossfit, Tactical Athlete, Power Monkey Fitness, and most recently joined the Conjugate Tactical HQ team.
Zach has taught over 200 instructor courses in 11 different countries. He grew up in Seattle and continues to call it home. His work with Rebellion provides world class coaching to anyone in the neighborhood.
Zach is also the head of 206 South, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization run inside Rebellion that offers free youth classes and full scholarships to qualifying members of Rebellion programs
Luis Sanchez
Striking, BJJ, Wrestling
Luis coaches all forms of unarmed combat, including boxing, wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts. He has over a decade of martial arts experience, and has coached all ages and levels. Luis also has competition experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, boxing and MMA, and is able to share perspective as an athlete and a coach.
Serena Tedesco
Personal Training
I'm a lifetime athlete and fitness enthusiast who grew up playing sports year-round. After college I discovered my love for weightlifting and resistance training- it was then I turned my passion into a career. I have a diverse range of experience, including group training, and a specialization in women’s fitness. I love learning about new ways to make working out effective and fun for my clients. I am passionate about helping others find their strength and confidence through fitness, physically and mentally!
Lamont Nelson
Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu
Lamont a Black Belt under Jaime Filer of Rebellion Jiu-Jitsu. Lamont is an amateur and pro MMA inspector and judge.
Lamont has judged for the UFC, Bellator, and One as well as many local promotions.