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    5.0 (5 reviews)
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    Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Team Temecula - Evening class

    Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Team Temecula

    (68 reviews)

    We enrolled our son (9) and daughter (12) at this academy a little over a year ago and it's…read morehonestly been one of the best decisions we've ever made. The entire team has been instrumental in our children's success, both on the training mat and at competitions. My wife and I were both multi-sport athletes, but neither of us ever practiced or competed in combat sports so while we weren't sure what to expect, we both understood what effective teaching/training looked like. From the first day, it was evident that the team was focused on developing comfort and confidence in the new students. They were both immediately assigned to an experienced student who made them feel relaxed and walked them through both the drills and lessons over the next few days. They quickly went from being a little scared of joining a class full of students with varied experience levels to requesting to attend class every day of the week. Of all the extracurricular activities they had tried, this was the one that ignited their passion the most. The professor, Tom Cronin, and the entire team of coaches do an excellent job of keeping the kids engaged by balancing expectations with both fun and recognition. They have a great sense of each student and how to motivate them to excel. They also steer clear of pitfalls we were warned of by friends who have children attending other academies, specifically promotions based on attendance as opposed to merit. At this gym, the children are evaluated on their skills and ability to execute the requisite moves. This encourages them to excel instead of just casually participating. Within 9 months they had developed enough confidence to compete and we were blown away at how well they performed against the competition from around the country. Most importantly, they had a coach prepare them the week before with one on one training and he was the one who attended the competition to coach both of them through all of their matches. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly for us, the academy doesn't just teach them BJJ, it reinforces core behaviors that we expect from our children - Respect, honor, and community. At the end of the day, we are all trying to raise the best humans we can and I can say with absolute confidence, that this academy is an integral part of that process for our children. I absolutely recommend Carlson Gracie, Temecula to anyone with any interest in Brazilian Jui-Jitsu.

    I am one of the newer students here just started this month I am one of the We Defy Foundation…read morescholarship sponsors. Being my first year out of the Army, I have found it hard at times fitting in. So far, I may not know everyone but all the instructors and others training here have made me feel welcome and finally a part of something bigger than myself again which I really need right now. So excited for what this year brings training in BJJ.

    Dan Henderson's Athletic Fitness Center

    Dan Henderson's Athletic Fitness Center

    (52 reviews)

    We love the place it's a top of the line facility an they have a best mma promotions available in…read morethe inland empire with food drinks an more we try to participate an be at everyone of the Dan Hendos fight nights I would highly recommend this gym to anyone beginning or advanced it is conveniently located right off The freeway as well,,, let's goo Johnny Pain

    I hurt myself early January in class and tried to cancel my membership over the phone first to…read morewhich I was told it would be canceled. Next month I still recieved another charge to which I sent an email again requesting a cancellation on June 29th with no response and I was still receiving charges on my card. I received a phone call today October 11th..from a female speaker saying she was the manager. I again reiterated that I wanted my membership canceled and that I had been disputing the charges. She then stated they were going to fight the disputes and send my "unpaid balance" to collections. And that I need to fill out some form to cancel. She stated that since I'm a first responder that a collections notice would look bad for me. To which I said please just do the reasonable thing and cancel like I had initially requested months ago I don't have a contract it's just a month to month charge but She refused. Look the gym itself is pretty good quality and so are the instructors. But the way they do business is super rude and shady when it comes to management. Good luck if you need to cancel your membership for any reason...

    Ricardo Feliciano Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    Ricardo Feliciano Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    (25 reviews)

    After nearly two years of training here, I feel confident saying this is hands down one of the best…read moreplaces I've ever trained. I don't rush into reviews--I like to really experience a place first--and this gym has exceeded my expectations in every way. I originally started training here by myself, and now both of my kids train with me. They love it, and honestly, that speaks volumes. The environment is welcoming from day one. It doesn't matter if you're a doctor, lawyer, law enforcement, a mom or dad, or someone walking in off the street--once you step on the mat, everyone is treated the same. No egos, no nonsense--just a solid group of people pushing each other to be better. The professors are top-notch. They take the time to teach real jiu-jitsu the right way, breaking things down so students of all levels can grow. It's also pretty special to train alongside high-level practitioners while still feeling like part of the team. More than anything, this gym feels like family. The friendships I've made here--brothers and sisters on the mat--are ones I never would have found outside of jiu-jitsu. If you're looking for a place with great instruction, strong values, and an even stronger community, this is it.

    Took my first no gi class today and I'm stoked i finally came in to train here. Everyone there…read more will make you feel welcome and the head instructor is seriously the nicest gentleman you'll meet and is a phenomenal teacher. They have tons of mat space AND their mats are dope! Overall I'm beyond happy with my experience here! Pancho was more than happy to have us there and let us know to come back and try them out for a while and I'm going to do just that. Felt like home trainIng there today and looking forward to coming back and more than likely going to make this my home gym

    Lokahi Jiu Jitsu

    Lokahi Jiu Jitsu

    (18 reviews)

    I was in the Temecula area visiting my parents for the week and I wanted to get some training in. I…read morelooked for academies around the area and I choose dropping by Lokahi Jiu Jitsu to check the place out. My first impression was notably how clean, organized, and welcoming the environment is. The Staff welcomed me, assisted me with signing up and allowed me to try out a class. Professor Rudy is an excellent instructor, makes things simple to understand and provides clear-cut details when teaching. The other students were also very welcoming and respectful and I truly enjoyed the chance to train with them. If you're in the local area & looking for a place to train or even start out, Lohaki Jiu-Jitsu is highly recommended. The welcoming Aloha vibes & sharp Jiu-Jitsu with intenton makes the academy a well balanced atmosphere for learning.

    I tried Jiu Jitsu at four other Jiu Jitsu businesses in the local area and Lokahi far exceeds all…read moreof them. Professor Rudy is an elite instructor. He can easily find what you're doing wrong and fix your problem on the spot. I'm a high school teacher and can easily see the difference between good instructors and great instructors. Professor Rudy is not only great, he wants to make you great. His devoted passion for Jiu Jitsu is easily recognized at each class. The students are super helpful. If you have a question, everyone is willing to help. As a retired military veteran, this atmosphere is exactly what I wanted and it has exceeded my expectations. My wife was hesitant about Jiu Jitsu but was hooked after just one class. It is now a family activity that we all enjoy and can share at home together. Simply the best place to train BJJ in the local area!

    Yamashita Martial Arts - Getting an autograph from Sensei Tadashi Yamashita.

    Yamashita Martial Arts

    (13 reviews)

    My kids have always been very active, but I struggled to find a sport where they would listen to…read morethe coach and learn discipline. We first tried jiu-jitsu, but the one-hour classes were too long for their attention span, and they quickly lost interest. I was looking for a place where they could feel centered and truly enjoy learning. When I called Yamashita Karate, I explained everything to Sensei Eric, and he was incredibly polite and understanding. He suggested that my kids come for their first class just to see if they liked it. The classes are only 30 minutes, twice a week ,the perfect amount of time for them. I can't express how thankful I am for Sensei Eric's kind and professional approach. He has earned my kids' respect, and now they listen, focus, and can't wait for the next class! He also talked to them about stranger danger, which was so helpful , they really understood how important it is to be aware of their surroundings. Now they're having classes with Sensei Emily, and they absolutely love her! She shows them so much love, patience, and encouragement every step of the way. I can honestly say that this is the best place you can choose for your kids. It teaches not only karate but also respect, focus, and confidence. P. and N. love you all and truly enjoy every class!

    My wife and I cannot say enough great things about this dojo! We are new to martial arts and were…read morelooking for an additional activity for our 9 year old son. He is in soccer and dance and I thought adding this to his life would round him out. He absolutely loves it! It is his favorite thing to do! And I think part of it is Sensei Kelly, Sensei Tim, Sensei Eric, and Sensei Karen. You hope at least one of your kids teachers will be great but we lucked out with all 4! They love the kids! They are great with them! We just wish we found them sooner.

    Carlson Gracie - selfdefenseclasses - Updated May 2026

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