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Keith Owen, a respected Jiu-Jitsu figure, played a significant role in bringing Jiu-Jitsu to Idaho as one of the original studios to begin teaching this form of martial arts. In 1993, Keith Owen and his wife Shirlane founded Team Rhino Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in Twin Falls, Idaho. Under Master Pedro Sauer's guidance, Keith earned a 4th-degree Black Belt. Keith was known for his technical expertise & practical self-defense curriculum.
On February 11, 2022, Keith Owen unexpectedly passed away. Team Rhino carries on his legacy, upholding the high standards he instilled. Shirlane continues to lead the academy, supported by 24 exceptional instructors. Their commitment to Helio Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense remains steadfast. The programs prioritize providing students with practical skills, preparing them for real-world situations. Team Rhino opened their Meridian location in 2005 and has 20 Black Belts across the US and Canada, maintaining their 30-year affiliation with Master Pedro Sauer.
Team Rhino Instructors
Professor Keith Owen
Founder of Team Rhino
April 18, 1969 - February 11, 2022
Joshua Arentz
Head Adult Instructor
Joshua is a 3rd Degree Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and has been training for 18 years.
Todd Richards
Head Adult Instructor
Todd is a 3rd Degree Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and has been training for 22 years.
Cody Shepherd
Adult Instructor
Cody is a 1st Degree Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and has been training for 14 years.
Todd Loree
Adult and Youth Instructor
Todd Loree is a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and has been training for 14 years.
Jeremy Corbin
Adult Instructor
Jeremy Corbin is a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and has been training for 14 years.
Derek Roberts
Director of Training, Youth Advanced and Adult Instructor
Derek Roberts is a Black Belt and has been training 7 years.
Riley Rogers
Adult Instructor
Riley is a 4th Stripe Brown Belt and has been training for 5 years.
Chase Riddick
Adult and Youth Advanced Instructor
Chase is a Black Belt and has been training Jiu-Jitsu for 7 years.
Benjamin Egbert
Adult Instructor
Ben is a Black Belt and has been training for 10 years.
Andrew Haworth
Adult and Youth Instructor
Andrew Hatworth is a 4th Stripe Purple Belt and has been training for 7 years.
Brady Scoffield
Youth Advanced Instructor, Youth Competition Class Instructor
Brady is a Brown Belt and has been training for 6 years.
Louis Hammond
Youth Instructor
Louis is a 4 stripe Blue Belt and has been training for 6 years.
