Carla Rodriguez

Carla Rodriguez is the co-owner of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Boulder and has over 15 years of experience in martial arts. She is also the founder of a nonprofit organization focused on violence prevention in vulnerable communities in Peru, a role she has passionately held for more than three years.

Carla holds a Pink Belt in the Women Empowered program and is currently completing her instructor certification with Gracie University. She is also the lead instructor for Women’s Self-Defense at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Boulder, where she uses her bilingual skills to connect with and support a diverse community.

In addition to her work at the academy, Carla serves as a member of the Boulder YWCA Volunteer Committee, further demonstrating her commitment to community empowerment and service. Carla also holds a Master’s degree in Marketing, which she uses to effectively promote and grow self-defense programs that make a real difference in people’s lives.