I started my 5 yo who's slow to warm up to things and 7 yo who has a hard time focusing just a few…read moremonths ago. They are both excited to train, and it's been the best experience! I expected my 5 yo to go on and off the mat through the class but she stays and participates the whole time! And my 7 yo is loving it and working so hard that he leaves the mat drenched. Teachers and professors are strict yet kind and keeps them in check. Been awesome for us and we hope to continue for years to come.

If you're looking for authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu this place has it. They have 2 Brazilin born…read morechampion Black Belts that originally came here as athletes and they're no joke when it comes to what they know and how they teach. They also have several other high ranking coaches that really know what they're doing. We've been at Checkmat V1sion in Ladera since day 1, but my daughter has been training with Coach Annie and Coach Joao for almost 2 years. They've taken her from wearing a "loaner" Gi to competing in 14 competitions and winning 13 medals last year. I can tell you from my almost daily interactions that all the coaches are extremely dedicated to each and every student and supporting their BJJ journey no matter where that takes them. In my case, I've seen my young daughter grow dramatically in her self-confidence under the guidance of Coach Annie and Joao and both of them took their own personal time to attend every competition she had last year. Not only supporting my daughter but the entire team. The facility is spotless and right in the center of town. They have a ton of classes 6 days a week so it's super easy to find a time that works for me and my daughter. Something that makes this Jiu Jitsu Academy different than some others is its competition program. The primary coaches not only teach/train regular BJJ classes they also train champion competitors. My daughter's entire group of about 30 kids in her specific age group competes regularly. But, the biggest thing I love about this gym and the BJJ community, in general, is that it's more like family than anything else. Everyone is really engaged and supportive, especially the parents of all the kids. I myself started training recently and if you're considering any type of martial arts program I'll tell you there's nothing quite like Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and this gym checks all the boxes for me. Like most BJJ gyms you can come in anytime for some free trial classes and get on the mat to see what it's all about. That's how I started.

We've had such an amazing experience at Evolve Checkmat, and I can't say enough great things about…read moreProfessor Todd. From day one, he made both my daughter and I feel genuinely welcome. Professor Todd has a really special way of working with kids. He blends discipline with a warm, supportive style that earns the kids' respect and trust. One of the most rewarding parts of this experience has been watching my daughter's confidence grow. Week after week, you can see her becoming more comfortable, more focused, and more proud of what she's learning. That kind of growth goes far beyond the mats, and it speaks volumes about the environment Professor Todd creates. It's one thing to be skilled, but it's another to break techniques down in a way kids can truly understand and he does that exceptionally well. The gym itself is another huge plus. It's always incredibly clean, well-organized, and has an open, airy feel that makes it a comfortable place to spend time. You can tell a lot of pride goes into maintaining the space. Overall, we couldn't be happier with our experience here, it's truly a special place.

I'm 54 years old with a history of training in wrestling and BJJ. I had torn my ACL doing BJJ…read moreabout 5 years ago. I missed the training and the atmosphere. I've been hesitant because of the injury and arthritis in my knee, but I decided to check out Evolve and take their Muy Thai class. I've never done any type of striking marital arts but I decided to take a free trial class. I was impressed with the facility and the other members. Everyone was welcoming and patient knowing it was my first ever Muy Thai class. Todd the owner/instructor has created the best vibe/culture for his school. He keeps the classes engaging and fun. It's not easy learning the techniques but it has become a little more comfortable after a couple of weeks. I like the variety of class times, which is helpful with my work schedule. I may eventually look into going back to taking some Jiu Jitsu classes here at Evolve. If you're looking for a place that is not intimidating, but challenging then check out Evolve. Todd's been awesome in my transition to Muy Thai.

I moved to California from New York and started training at AOJ based on my coaches recommendation…read more I can't speak more highly of my experience. Such a welcoming community, coaching on another level and i love how they have 6am classes every weekday because that's the only time i can train as a father. Shout out to Professors Zack, Pablo and Luca

I've been training at AOJ MV for almost 2 yrs, I'm there 3-4 times a week for adult classes and my…read morekids go twice a week in the afternoon. We came from Gracie Barra Headquarters, I was there for 4 years before I decided to switch to AOJ. It was the BEST decision I've made in regards to BJJ training. I love everything about AOJ, the classes, the professors, the facility the bathroom! They are often cleaning the mats, windows, bathrooms. The Professors are all highly skilled and the techniques they teach are so much more complex but they break it down so it's easier to understand. I love how the kids group is separated into smaller clusters giving kids more personalized training. AOJ encourages kids to train multiple classes a day/week if they are able to, our previous school limited kids to 2 classes a week. Not bashing GB but they are more of a intro to JJ school, AOJ is more focused on detailed/higher level instruction.

We have two kids here at GB RSM and we highly recommend it! All of the professors/teachers are…read moreexperienced, friendly and professional. Our kids have learned so much here and it's so easy to find a class time that works with our schedule. They also offer multiple camps and competition training plus team building events. The facilities are very clean and there's plenty of seating. There's even a separate room for siblings to hang out so they're not disturbing the students on the mat. Parking is a bit tough because it's a smaller parking lot with bustling businesses next door so it helps to get here early.

We've been attending GB RSM for about a month now, and I can't say enough great things about it…read more Both of my kids absolutely love it, they look forward to every single class! From day one, the instructors have been incredibly kind, patient, and knowledgeable. They create such a positive and structured environment for learning. What really stands out is the sense of community. The students are just as welcoming as the staff, which made my kids feel comfortable right away. It's not just a place to train, I've noticed my kids have grown in confidence, discipline, and respect. I'm so grateful we found GB!

If you want your child to absolutely thrive with confidence, here is where you want them to be…read more All of the Professors and coaches show strong leadership with a kind loving safe approach. My three year old leaves here with the biggest smile weekly

very impressive how good these guys are with kids. Some of the coaches are teens. they are amazing…read moreat handling little kids. i bring my 5 y o Grandson here. I'm so glad to be here. The kids are constantly being taught to respect themselves and to respect others something that is greatly lacking in our society today. even kids that are upset or afraid at the beginning are quickly drawn in as they see all the other kids having so much fun if you are even doing do not want to regret it.

Since I'm over 50 and out of shape my first concern is not getting hurt while getting fit and…read morehealthy. Jit-Jitsu is not just physically demanding but also requires to you to be constantly learning and thinking. I love it! Master Goes is very hands on and constantly correcting my technique while making sure I stay safe. It's nice to know that Master Goes was a pioneer in Jiu-Jitsu and everything he teaches would work in a real fight. No fluff here. It's a family environment, everyone at the gym is very helpful and will take their time to help you out while you are working on learning a new technique. I can see myself doing this for years to come. If you are thinking about learning to defend yourself and are a bit older and out of shape, I encourage you to try Jiu-Jitsu. My only regret is that I didn't start sooner.

Master Goes is the the best. He is so patient and understanding with the kids. We've been with him…read morefor 7 years now and our kids learn so much from Master.

Sensei Paulo consistently goes above and beyond for his students. His attention to detail and deep…read morededication to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is evident in every class he teaches. Guillobel BJJ not only maintains a welcoming and respectful atmosphere, but also produces high-level practitioners--a true reflection of the schools leadership and passion for the art.

5 star facility and 5 Star coaches. Sensei Anvareyan and Sensei Guillobel are amazing to work with.read more

I have trained at a lot of different places over the last 18 years, this place is special. Rafael…read moresets the tone from the top keeping the atmosphere warm and friendly while still keeping training high level and intense when appropriate. We just recently moved to South county from Los Angeles and I checked out multiple gyms in the area as I wanted to start my 3 year old son. Rafael, Felipe and Sarah do an excellent job with the kids class and my son loves training here. I look forward to watching both my sons grow up in this gym.

Coach Rafa and the entire West Coast Jiu Jitsu team have created such an engaging, fun, safe and…read moreconfidence building environment for our daughter. She is excited for every class and is enjoying learning and being challenged which is so fundamentally important for her in life. The coaches walk this magical line between fun and discipline and self respect. You can see it in the kids as young as 5, 6, 7 when they interact with the littles. Even that young, they are exercising restraint and helping the littles learn. As a parent this is mind blowing to watch and a testament to the training there. Thank you for creating this space for our community!

We are so impressed with this Jiu-Jitsu studio! My wife and I have been to several taekwondo,…read morekarate, and mma studios for our 6 year old son. However, Ralph Gracie of Mission Viejo by far stood out to us both. We were so impressed with the coaching, structure, discipline, and work ethic of the classes that we are now traveling 20mins 2-3x a week for our son to continue with Master Marcelo.

My son has had the best experience at Gracie Jiu Jitsu! I absolutely recommend this studio for kids…read moreall ages. The instructors are awesome, the environment is fun but also competitive. We are very happy!

Professors John, Ben and all the other coaches make this an awesome place to train. The gym is…read moreclean and you get top notch instruction for both jiu jitsu and MMA. There's also a killer open mat on weekends. Now go train!

Professor John and Don run a great gym that caters to all levels. My son attended Groundwork and I…read morenever felt as if he was in danger or unsupervised. In fact, this gym has way more coaches on the mats than most other locations because they encourage adult BJJ practitioners to monitor the children, regardless of the adult's belt level. BJJ is obviously a contact sport and things can happen; but that is the case at 100% of the gyms out there. There is a humility and respect for the sport that permeates from the professors and coaches: just watch the end of each class (adult or children) and you'll see the vibe I'm referring to. I highly recommend Groundwork and, yes, I am a student myself.