I joined SBG in January 2016 and I am having a blast. The adult BJJ classes are well organized and FUN! Coach AJ delivers great lessons. The Sunday morning women's only class is my favorite. Coach Sonia gives us a place to learn grappling and self-defense in a comfortable setting. I travel quite a bit to get to this gym, and I think it's completely worth it. One tribe, one vibe. read more

This is hands down the best gym I've ever been a part of. I train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) 3-4 times a week, and I am loving the results. I'm getting better at the sport, getting in better shape, losing weight, enjoying competitive classes, and learning from the instructors every day. Plus, Elite has become part of my family. It's a great community with some awesome people. Can't wait for class tomorrow! read more

I've been training jiu jitsu here since they opened back in the fall of 2012 and all I have to say is I've came a long ways thanks to the great coaching I have received along with amazing training partners. Started not knowing much about jiu jitsu to placing in the top three in nearly every competition I have entered and it's all thanks to the people at SBG. Great facility, awesome people, and a friendly atmosphere nothing more to ask for in a gym. This place has changed me with my overall physical fitness, health, and confidence in myself I highly recommend this place if you want to make positive changes in your life while learning how to choke a few people out in the process. read more

My sister does jiu jitsu here and recommended the fitness class for me. I go to the Battle Ready class twice a week at SBG and I love it! Joey is super helpful and encouraging. The whole community of this gym is just great! Sonia and Jei have done a great job. I definitely recommend trying it out :) read more

My son attends this gym. He started of with the kids group but was encouraged by the Coaches to attend the adult classes. For an eleven year old kid this could be a daunting task. The Coaches, especially Coach Berto went out of his way to make him feel welcomed and comfortable. My husband and I are appreciative of the personal attention given by the coaches at SBG. Our son's confidence and physical fitness has grown tremendously through their program. We love the family atmosphere and encourage other people in the community who is looking for a similar type gym to give SGB a try. read more

My boyfriend and I started bringing his 9 year old son (Tate) to West Seattle Fight + Fitness (Straight Blast Gym) because he wanted to try Tae Kwon Do. After inquiring about Tae Kwon Do, we learned that WSFF takes a holistic approach to martial arts. This approach even extended into home life skills for kids as well; teaching them beyond life on the mat. Tate goes through ups and downs (he hates to lose and he hates not being the best), but Sonia's approach is highly attuned to keeping kids engaged and wanting to take the next steps. Tate learns consequences and respect, while gaining self confidence. He now LOVES going to to WSFF, especially Thursdays, which are cardio focused! read more

I have training since summer of 2007, have been to gyms across the US, and can happily say that the Elite family is the best fit I personally have found. I started at Elite Redmond before moving to Seattle, and through I am walking distance from several other gyms I choose to commute in to Elite Seattle because of the exceptional training, facility, comradery, and general atmosphere of the gym. I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to start in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, but exceptionally to those who are looking for something more than just a place to train. read more

I've moved around a good deal and have been a part of a handful of gyms in the Seattle area. I've trained in Peru and I had the privilege of training and competing with the Rilion Gracie team in Florianopolis, Brazil. I started training with SBGi Seattle about 6 months ago to try to sharpen my game back up after having left the scene/sport for a number of years. This is an excellent and valuable jiujitsu academy, in my estimation, for a number or reasons: There is a fantastic group of people training here. There is no feeling of ego with anybody there or anything that goes on. The environment is healthy and competitive while remaining very friendly and supportive. There's a training schedule that allows me to get in on whatever schedule I have going on that week. These are pretty obvious and visible aspects of the school and these things are quickly apparent to any layman that stops in to check it out and meet them. What may not be as obvious is the way that jiujitsu is taught here. I think that jiujitsu can be really interesting in the difference of how jiujitsu instructors choose to illustrate jiujitsu "theory" and its respective progression of movement. This is where this academy really shines above many others. This academy has a very approachable and sensible teaching style in the way that they illustrate and relate jiujitsu. Many others that I've trained under have had a rather atomic methodology to the way that they teach any given series of movements and/or ideas. This academy teaches jiujitsu in a very comprehensive and logical progression with an emphasis on understanding position towards a strategic (and effective) end, rather than forcing any given single submission or maneuver. This stuff really works and anybody can do it that's willing to work at learning it. The owners, Jei and Sonia, are clearly dedicated to what they're doing and are really invested in your attendance and improvement. They continually involve themselves in charity projects and campaigns that help the local community and those less fortunate. As small business owners, I think this speaks volumes about the types of people they are, as well as how they see themselves and how they fit here in our neighborhood and larger community. I feel that spending time training there has helped my jiujitsu game as well as my person and I look forward to continuing to train with them into the future. Don't miss out here. read more

I have been training at West Seattle Fight and Fitness for 3 months.I have trained at several other martial arts schools in the past years. I have been training jiu-jitsu and taekwondo at West Seattle Fight and fitness. I think West Seattle fight and fitness is a well balanced and dedicated facility helping you accomplish your goals. They train in jiu-jitsu, taekwondo. private training, and group training at all levels. You can buy workout apparel, and training gear at there pro shop. They also have youth martial arts program. There are experienced instructors with a positive family oriented vibe at the facility. The jiu-jitsu black belt instructor David Stegman has been training in jiu-jitsu since 1996. He is far and away the best martial arts teacher I have had or seen. Dave is a teachers teacher. He has his own curriculum that he has clearly put much thought into and makes learning jiu-jitsu fun and effcient. Dave takes the time to talk to all the students to help them and encourage them on there journey. The taewondo Black belt instructor Sonia Sillian has been training in taekwondo since since 1997. Sonia runs a class that is done with respect to every person by every person. Sonia takes time with each student to make certain there technique is being performed correctly. These class are still small so you are able to get more individual instruction. Sonia is kind, concerned with individual fitness levels, always checks before class with everyone to see how they are feeling, and do they have any soreness or injuries. I would go on to say that I do believe she genuinely cares for all her students. Junior Jiu-jitsu instructor and manager of the facility Jei Kennady teaches the weekday morning classes and a couple of evening classes. Jei is the instructor I have gotten to know the best in my time at West Seattle fight and Fitness. I can say I have been truly impressed with him. I consider Jei a friend. Jei has a way of making everybody that comes to the facility feel special. He considers each students and where they're at in the goals and makes specific suggestions to help in there journey. Jei has true passion for jiu-jitsu and it shows in his teaching. Jei clearly cares for each and every student at the facility. West Seattle fight and fitness customer service is second to none. In a time when it seems like good customer service is a thing of the past West Seattle Fight and Fitness has clearly made a commitment to excellence. The facility is kept immaculate the mats are cleaned daily. Parking is never an issue and it's free. Now let's talk about what most everybody is concerned with.. Price. Do some research and you will see that West Seattle Fight and Fitness pricing has options for most all. Even membership options for those with commitment issues and/or for the financially anxious person . In closing I would suggest that you give this school a try. They are only a few months old and don't have big classes now. This is an unique opportunity the get more individualized instruction. Please feel free to contact me for a reference of West Seattle fight and fitness. I will give an honest unbiased assessment . Brian Aldrich 206-763-3433 read more

Back in February 2015 a friend told me about this gym in West Seattle named "Straight Blast Gym" that was ideal for training in everything from BJJ to combat fitness. As a life long fan on martial arts and MMA/boxing, and as someone who always had the urge to start training in BJJ myself, I made an appointment to go check the gym out. At this point I had been to a couple of gyms in the Seattle area that lets just say were less than welcoming so I was apprehensive. The first thing I noticed (besides the ideal location and unbelievable set up) was that everyone that I encountered when I walked in took the time to smile and greet me. There were no egos, no giving "hard" looks at the new person or anything like that. Needless to say that I signed up on the spot and left excited to train and learn. Shortly there after I went to about three classes before "life" got to me a little and I stopped going in. From late April until last week so approximately 6 months I did not go in. A lot of schools or business for that matter would only care that your auto payment kept going through and whether you went in or not would be your problem. This is where Straight Blast Gym is different. During those six months I received a multitude of calls just to encourage me and to check up on me. It was never about my monthly payment or what I could give to the school. Every time they reached out by phone or through social media it was about how I was doing, letting me know that I was welcome whenever I was ready to go back and always encouraging. I've been back about two weeks and my first day back I sat outside nervous about what what kind of reception I would get when I walked in. The first person I encountered was Jei who smiled, gave me a fist pound and from that point on it was just like every other time I walked through those doors...a family atmosphere. Jei and Sonia have obviously put in an incredible amount of time and work into SBG Seattle. They've created a wonderful place to train, with awesome and knowledgable instructors/coaches and have mastered the art of the "family environment". In my opinion SBG Seattle is second to none. I learn every day, I improve every day and it's slowly becoming a second home. If you're looking to learn and compete, learn to become more physically fit or are just curious, give Jei, Sonia and SBG Seattle a chance. You won't regret it.. read more

My now-8 year old son has been taking jiu jitsu classes here at Elite for the past year, and I just wanted to say that their kids' program is amazing! The coaches promote a fun learning environment, while at the same time teaching discipline, perseverance, and respect. I have not seen my son more focused in any sport he has tried. Now in the past month my husband and 6-year old son have joined as well, and I myself have started muay thai classes. Their welcoming & encouragement of beginners (like me) is very apparent, and puts everyone at ease when they walk thru the doors. I love the "team" atmosphere, and focus on self-improvement rather than winning. Definitely recommend if you are looking to start or continue martial arts at any age. read more

Earlier this year I was feeling lazy, stressed and needed some motivation to get active. I knew that a standard gym was not going to work for me, I needed structure and something that would keep my attention. I am incredibly grateful to SBG for providing me that and so much more. BJJ was not something I ever saw myself doing, but I decided to check it out and almost five months later I cannot imagine a better way to stay active. Classes are tough, and as a female who had never trained I was intimidated at first, but everyone welcomed me in and quickly made me feel part of the team. Training has given me a positive attitude, made me believe that I can do things I never thought I could and provides me a way to stay active, lose weight and relieve stress in a healthy way. But it is more than the training that keeps me going back, there are some incredible people who run and train at SBG that definitely keep me motivated. Jei and Sonja are incredibly committed to the success of their students, sharing an incredible depth of knowledge and are overall just good people. The students who train at SBG are just as committed, motivated and friendly, and are willing to help and support each other like I have never seen at other gyms. There is no better place a girl could ask for when looking for a gym and definitely no better group of people to learn from. read more