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    Babalu's Iron Gym

    4.9 (99 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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    I have both my boys in Jiu-Jitsu and as intimidating as it can be to join a gym not knowing anyone, Babalu's Iron Gym is nothing but welcoming and supportive. They teach the kids the fundamentals and techniques of Jiu-Jitsu all while making it fun for the kids! My eldest is now in the adult class and even then, everyone is very friendly and supportive to my son. I definitely recommend this gym to everyone. From kids, to adults, annnnd Women self defense classes too!

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    Thank you for the great review your family is a blessing for us

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    Professor Babalu is does not hold back encouragement and recognizes when the student is making an effort to improve.

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    Thank you for the great review

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    Best Martial Arts school in California! Along with the best professors Babalu Sorbal and Ricky Gonzalez.

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    Awesome experience so far and both instructors and students help teach you, its truly a community

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    10 months ago

    Great School , Great Instructors , Very Family Oriented. I recommend this school to all Adults and Kids. 5 stars

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    Thank you for the great review

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    10 months ago

    Great atmosphere, not judging. Instructor very understanding and patient. All students are very welcoming.

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    We appreciate it

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    Thank you so much for the kind of words welcome to our family

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    9 months ago

    Amazing gym for kids! The coaches are patient, fun, and really help build confidence and discipline. My child loves every class.

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    Friendly professors, staff, coaches. Clean mats and gym. People in the gym were friendly and supportive.

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    Nice environment with great teachers. Mainly professor Babalu and professor Ricky. I wouldn't trade this gym for anything.

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    Thank you ! We appreciate that kind of words keep it up !

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    That is great review thank you

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    My kids love this gym and have learned so much that will greatly help them in life.

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    Ask the Community - Babalu's Iron Gym

    Would like to know if u have a free trial class for highs schooler. When is the best time to visit?

    Yes we do offer trial classes You are welcome to visit us anytime We are open today 9-11am 4-8pm

    Are drop-in visitors allowed?

    Yes anytime

    Hi! How much is the kids jiu jitsu uniform?

    $135

    Hi! Id like my 4yo son to try out both the Mui thai and jiu jitsu class to see which one he'd like more. Can he do that?

    Yes for that age we offer free intro class It’s a lil sample how the class is 30min private class… Read more

    Hi I would like to ask if you have a beginner program for adults for muay thai and kickboxing? How much would it be? Thanks!

    Yes all Our program is for beginners Prices vary… Read more

    Do they offer kickboxing classes?

    Yes and it is great program to all ages

    Is there a women's self defense program? When is it?

    Yes. You'd better try a free class for better understanding, for more information come to the gym between 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, looking for Natasha she's the owner and manager. I hope I've helped

    How is youth jijitsu?

    It's amazing!! Babalu him self teaches the majority of all the classes. Ricky is his black belt that does an extraordinary job teaching as well as Micheal Yi. It's a wonderful… Read more

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    The staff (Natasha, Professor Babalu and Professor Ricky), the students and families are all so kind and helpful.

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    DM Jiu-Jitsu Academy - DM Jiu-Jitsu Academy Little Spartans Program

    DM Jiu-Jitsu Academy

    4.9(60 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    What can I say about this place, my daughter wanted to train in jiujitsu for a while, we checked…read moreout a few places and she did not liked them, we came to DM and she was hooked the owner Professor Dimitrios is amazing he teaching style is is so easy to understand, we started with kid wanted to join and now we have 3 of my 4 kids training here, including my self, I highly recommend this place to anyone that wants to learn self defense and get a good workout in.

    It's been such a great experience training here at DMBJJ. I've been training here for about a year…read moreand half...it's been awesome to see the progress my wife and I have both made. My wife and I train here as well as help with the kids classes. The kids classes: Professor Dimitrios keeps the kids attention by keeping it fun but engaging. Our kids have progressed so much in the time they have trained here I recommend this academy to all my friends and coworkers with children. Self defense as well as antibullying is taught here. Kids confidence grows and we are so happy with the kids progress. THE ADULT CLASS Has been a life changing experience for my wife and I. There's so much to learn it's like chess for the body. All the movements and how they connect into a very practical art that can be utilized for self defense and sport. Health and self defense benefits aside the academy has been a place where we have gained many friendships with those who train here. Professor Dimitrios and the other coaches are very knowledgeable in the art. I have done open mat sparring at other gyms since starting here at DMBJJ and always get complimented on techniques i use or how I hold up to higher belts from other gyms... that is a testament to the knowledge Professor disperses to us and the kids.. This is a great academy! Come on in a try a class!

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    Tri-City Jiu-Jitsu Club

    Tri-City Jiu-Jitsu Club

    5.0(5 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    Been coming here for about a year now. Such an amazing gym. When I started I was overweight, no…read moreprior experience, and had no stamina. But within the year I've lost over 40lb, and increased my stamina to where I can keep on training. I've made motivating friends along the way who push me to do better on and off the mat. I'm proud to be apart of Tri-City Family!

    My 2 sons (10 and 7) and I have been training at Tri-city for about 6 months now and I can tell you…read moreit has been the best decision we have ever made. The instructors keep the kids class a fun and safe learning environment with games to develop basic skills, encourage teamwork and foster leadership skills. My boys have never really been into sports, but they love going to BJJ at Tri-city where they have become part of an awesome community on and off the mat. My experience training at Tri-city has been phenomenal! Being 42 years old and a complete novice with martial arts I had my doubts my ability to start learning Jiu-jitsu. With the help of my 3 instructors my skills and technique are constantly improving, thanks in large part to their expertise, teaching style, and patience. After every class I leave feeling energized and accomplished. Jiu-jitsu has become a family sport and has brought my kids and I closer than ever. Oh, and they do have trial classes for kids and adults! What are you waiting for? Come on in and check us out!

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    Conde Koma Jiu-Jitsu

    Conde Koma Jiu-Jitsu

    4.9(53 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    Dropped in at their previous location and dropped in yesterday for the first time at their new…read morelocation where they've been for 1-2yrs. Gym still has a clean, new feel. Two mat areas and a large elevated mat space in general. Great instruction from the owner, Prof Chris Gutierrez. This team has high level Jiu Jitsu at all belt levels. Everyone was friendly and I had great rolls. Highly recommend for anyone in the Los Alamitos area as the place to train!

    Upgraded space, location and a brand spanking new jiu jitsu gym with so many amenities…read more The schedule is great. I personally enjoy the 0900AM breakfast club on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday. I also enjoy the Zombies at 0530AM on Tuesday and Thursdays. The jiu jitsu curriculum is awesome. I enjoy the simplicity and options we get when I take class. The moves of the day builds on each other as the week progresses. You can roll until your heart's content at the end of class.  The gym is superbly clean. They have ghostbusters vacuum cleaners, alcohol spray to wipe your feet prior to getting onto the mat. I wish all gyms did this to keep feet and hands clean. Plenty of benches for parents to watch their kids. They have actual hand soap and paper towels in two individual bathrooms. Real fucking toilet paper. Changing rooms for both women and men with locker. There is even a separate room with mat space for privates.  The mat space is incredibly spacious with custom fuji mats. Cubbies for your belongings, a water filter station, and kettlebells.  The vibe of the community is very island vibes. Guam, Hawaii, Philippines and more. Make an effort to check out and you know what I mean.  The coaches are in it for life. There are so many black belts that are there you can learn from. Each with their own style. Want to compete? They will support you. Don't want to compete? They will support you.  Give them a reach out!!!

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    Gracie Barra Long Beach - 2023

    Gracie Barra Long Beach

    4.8(86 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    I trained at Gracie Barra Long Beach for nearly three years. I'm a teacher, so I recognize good…read moreteachers when I see them. I'm a slow learner, and I've never been particularly athletic, but everyone at GB Long Beach consistently taught me with patience and good humor. There is a strong team atmosphere at GB Long Beach; higher belts are uniformly friendly and approachable. The black belts are all highly skilled, and Professor Rodrigo is a seasoned competitor who is always willing to share advice. The facility itself is clean, well-lit, and smoothly organized. If you are looking for a place to learn Brazilian jiujitsu, this is the spot for you.

    Fantastic gym with amazing coaches, clean facility, and dedicated ownership. My son has been here…read morefor nearly 6 years and my daughter has now joined him after having attended as a preschooler. My son, even after all these years, continues to learn not only jiu jitsu, but sportsmanship, discipline, and respect. We are so grateful for the skills and guidance that Profesor Rodrigo and all the coaches have instilled in our son both on and off the mat. We feel confident now that our child would be able to defend himself if needed. We highly recommend to parents. You can attend Monday-Saturday (Friday competition class with approval and Saturday parent and child class) if you truly wanted to. We have been involved in several sports in the area and you really can't beat the value of this gym.

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    Carpio Jiu Jitsu

    Carpio Jiu Jitsu

    5.0(8 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    Hands down the BEST Jiu Jitsu gym. My girls trained here for a year, and we miss it so much after…read moremoving. The coaches truly care about the kids and their growth. Professor Marne and Coach Marcus are fantastic. Absolute gem.

    So happy we found this gym! We have been trying to find the right place to get our kids in…read morejiu-jitsu and after visiting a couple of places stumbled upon this gem. At this point, we were feeling a little defeated, but they were willing to let us come in and watch a class before letting them do their free trial. The person that is in charge of their Instagram was also very responsive and helpful with all the questions that I had. The gym has a small parking lot, but I have never had an issue finding a place to park. The gym is clean and straightforward and the staff is all very kind. I really appreciate how the staff manages to instruct children with an approach that allows them to learn the technical skills and still have fun. I won't mention the name of the other gym we visited, but it just seemed like a free-for-all with no direct instruction. The staff managed to successfully split their attention and instruction to all the kids that are in the class, which I think is great. The vibes of the gym are also much more welcoming than the other places that we had visited and their hours work very well for parents and children. Five stars all around, we're very happy here!

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    Brazilian Top Team - 2nd place overall champion

    Brazilian Top Team

    4.9(132 reviews)
    6.0 mi

    We just wrapped up our first enrollment period at Brazilian Top Team Long Beach, and we couldn't be…read moremore grateful for the experience. Our daughter Delilah has been training here, and we've decided without hesitation to keep her enrolled long-term. From day one, Coaches Warren, Alex, Jefferson and all the coaches at BTT have been nothing short of phenomenal. They've shown an incredible amount of patience, dedication, and care with Delilah, and it's clear they genuinely love what they do. What really stood out to us is how they treat each child as an individual, recognizing where they are in their journey and guiding them not just physically, but emotionally and mentally as well. They give each student personalized attention while also nurturing a strong sense of discipline, confidence, and respect. The environment is supportive, structured, and full of positive energy. You can see how much the kids are enjoying themselves while learning real skills. There's a beautiful balance here between focus and fun, and as parents, that means the world to us. We're so thankful to have found a place that not only teaches technique, but also reinforces character development. Brazilian Top Team Long Beach has already made a lasting impression on our family, and we're excited to see Delilah continue to grow here. Thank you again to Coaches Warren, Alex, and Jefferson and all the coaches at BTT for everything you pour into these kids. Highly, highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to introduce their child to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a place that feels like family!

    Brazilian Top Team Long Beach, to me, is not only a gym but a home. Coaches and students are family…read morenot just gym mates. To top it all off, the coaches are amazing whether you're interested in BJJ or MMA/Kickboxing, you have some of the best of the best teaching.

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