Corde Meklas

Corde found his home at Rogue in 2021, and began his martial arts journey like many others, just looking for self-defense and a solid workout. Working in armed security, he felt the need to learn martial arts and develop more ways to defend himself, which led him to training BJJ. Shortly after starting though, Corde quickly developed a passion for the technical side of jiu-jitsu, and fell in love with the process of improvement.

Hardly leaving the mats since starting, he’s become a regular competitor and avid student of the sport, always looking for ways to grow both as an athlete and a coach. Now a 10th Planet purple belt, Corde coaches our kids and adult fundamentals BJJ, allowing him to share his enjoyment—and maybe a bit of his obsession—with others. He believes jiujitsu truly can benefit anyone who steps on the mat and wants to improve, aiming to help others find the same confidence, growth, and camaraderie that he’s achieved with Rogue for themselves.