The short review is if you are interested in learning jujitsu or are looking for a jujitsu gym, Breakdown Academy is definitely your top choice!
For me, any jiujitsu gym is made by two parts. The first part is the jujitsu itself, and the second is the people.
For the first part, there are excellent coaches here. The main coach John, is one of the most technical coaches I have ever had. Although I've been training with him for almost a year, he still often refreshes my understanding of my old moves. Also, he cares a lot and will always review your match videos every time after your competitions and help you improve. Here, I feel that I only paid for the group class but enjoy the best one-on-one service. There are other nice coaches here as well. Riley is the nicest coach I know. He is very detail, energetic and always tries to roll with everyone after class. He likes to catch your weaknesses during free training and keep repeating them. I have corrected many bad habits in my free training with him. And every Monday, the young wrestler Ryan gives a great wrestling class that is helpful for jiu-jitsu. Although it is only once a week, it has improved my cardio a lot. The details he pointed out of my moves always blow my mind. Daniel is also a very good coach. He gives excellent basic teaching and it is very helpful for you to set up a solid foundation.
As for the people part, I think there is no better gym than this one. It's a very warm place with a silly vibe. People are funny and get along very well and always support each other. I have been trying my best to be the nicest person I can be, and I think I have done a good job. Until I came here, I became the worst person in the gym. Everyone is more helpful, more generous, more polite and more gentle than me (except Austin, he is very mean and will give you a black eye). If you need someone to help you move, fix your car, or even babysit your child for free, you can register for this gym. The value of these people and their help will for sure cover your membership fee.
By the way, there are celebrities showing up at the gym sometimes! read more