Professor Blane Sibille
Blane Sibille is a Blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under JD Shelley of North Dallas Brazillian Jiutitsu/Robson Moura Nations United. He has 28 years of grappling experience, starting as a high school wrestler in 1996 and beginning Jiu Jitsu in 2000.
Blane and his family moved from Dallas Texas to Bailey Colorado in the Summer of 2021 and quickly found a home training/teaching Jiujitsu in Jefferson County. Blane is also a volunteer coach for the Mountain Grapplers Wrestling Club in Conifer. He has 4 children, 3 of which are currently training at Bigfoot Jiujitsu as well. Blane is experienced with teaching children/adults and is invested in the personal growth of his students.
Outside of grappling, Blane is a Software Engineer by day. He loves tinkering with electronics, SOC mini projects and flying drones. He enjoys hiking, skiing, big game hunting and all forms of outdoor activities.
Coach Vince
Coach Vince began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey under Professor Blane Sibille in 2022. He was instantly hooked, committing to daily training with unwavering dedication. Coaching quickly became a natural extension of his practice, allowing him to share his passion for the art. Vince’s genuine love for teaching is evident as he works tirelessly to help each student grow, adapting his approach to meet their unique learning styles. When he’s not rolling or refining his skills on the mats, you’ll likely find him at a live music concert, enjoying one of his other passions.
Coach Vince is currently a Blue belt under Bigfoot Jiujitsu and is fully dedicated to advancing his skills and rank all the way to black belt
Coach Dave
Coach Dave Welsh is currently a purple belt under Bigfoot Jiujitsu/Professor Blane Sibille. Dave brings a wealth of experience and discipline from his ten years as a Navy SEAL, during which he completed combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. He was first exposed to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu while serving in the Navy, training sporadically in the early 2010s and developing a deep passion for the art. After completing his college education, Dave began training consistently in 2020, dedicating himself fully to mastering the sport. His military background and love for Jiu-Jitsu create a unique and motivating environment for his students..
Coach Jon
Coach Jon Beale is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt under Tim Gillette with over 13 years of experience on the mats and a strong foundation in wrestling, having competed for five years before transitioning fully into BJJ. His style blends pressure, technique, and grit—shaped by a lifetime of grappling and years of refining his craft. Jon has competed and placed at regional tournaments across every belt level, throughout the country including NAGA, New Breed, and other respected circuits. He brings that same competitive mindset and technical focus to his coaching, helping students develop solid fundamentals, sharp timing, and a deeper understanding of the art. Whether you're stepping on the mat for the first time or preparing for competition, Jon is dedicated to helping you grow through consistent, high-quality training and a no-nonsense approach rooted in experience. When not on the mat coach Jon enjoys spending time with his dogs and playing TTRPGs such as Call of Cthulhu and Vampire the Masquerade. He’s also an avid reader and loves to BBQ.