My kid came here for an open mat. They started with some warm ups and drills. They went over some…read moretechniques and then non stop rolls. Everyone was nice and respectful. We never met a coral belt before so that was extra cool. The place is huge and definitely look forward to coming back for more open mats. If you are in the area and looking for a place to train bjj, definitely check them out.

Our kids have been training in jiu-jitsu for about a year and a half, and during that time we've…read moretried multiple gyms both in and outside of Santa Clarita. While we've encountered some good gyms, I can honestly say that Gracie Humaita Valencia blows them all out of the water. Professor Mario has many years of experience working with kids, and it truly shows. He has an incredible ability to make every student feel valued, supported, and encouraged, no matter their skill level. The entire coaching staff is just as exceptional--they share the same professionalism, attention to detail, and high-level technical knowledge. The gym culture is another standout. Effort is consistently recognized and rewarded, and a healthy mindset is taught alongside excellent technique. My kids are challenged by great training partners and genuinely look forward to every class. We are so thankful to have found this gym and highly recommend it to any family looking for a positive, high-quality jiu-jitsu environment for their kids

My 11-year-old son has been enrolled at Checkmat Valencia for over a year, and we've had a very…read morepositive experience. The instructors are professional, knowledgeable, and supportive, and the environment is very family-oriented. The training is high quality, practical, and taught with real expertise. My son has learned valuable sportsmanship and has gained confidence and discipline through the program. I would definitely recommend giving them a try. They offer a free trial session.

We've had an amazing experience with Checkmat Valencia. Professor Leka, Professor Art, and the…read moreCheckmat team are absolute professionals. They have world class technical experience, but perhaps more importantly, they have a deep understanding of how to relay their experience and passion to their students. My 8-year-old son has been attending Checkmat for about 8 months and he loves it. I noticed his self-confidence grow since he started with Checkmat. He tells me his favorite days are the days he goes to jiu jitsu. He's tried multiple sports and has never shown as much enthusiasm as he has for jiu jitsu and a huge part of that is Checkmat's approach to introducing children to jiu jitsu. This is a super kid friendly place. I have so much confidence in this program that I encouraged my 5-old son to try it. Professor Art and Professor Leka welcomed him to trial experience and he had so much fun he joined and is now a member of the Checkmat family. I highly recommend this program. The children grow in their self-confidence, their self-awareness, inner (and outer) strength, discipline, and most importantly, they have fun!

I actually had a good learning experience while I was there but one of their coaches, this guy…read morePedro something or other, terrible BJJ coach. I wanted to write about it as I feel its good for people to know the kinds of people they may be learning from. While I was there I noticed he kept singling out this one guy and kept giving him a hard time, the guy eventually stopped going. It got uncomfortable to watch at one point. Personally I think Pedro's too immature to be training people, even if he is a black belt. The other coaches tho were the saving grace. I think their names were Alex and Skye? Anyway if they still train there, ask for them. If it wasn't for them I would've given up on learning BJJ cause environment is everything and if someone is giving someone else a hard time for no reason its kinda unpleasant for a guy like me. I gave it two stars cause it had some redeemable qualities. I'll give it 5 stars if I ever hear they canned that clown.

I signed up my kids through Seasons about a year ago and after that they became members. The…read moreexperience overall has been amazing! The staff, and coaches at Ultra provide a great learning experience for first time BJJ members and long time members as well! My kids have made great friendships training at Ultra and there's a great sense of community that makes Ultra's gym very welcoming! If you're thinking about putting your kids or yourself in BJJ Ultra is the place!

Julio is an exceptional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu coach who truly cares about the growth of his students…read more He doesn't promote kids unless he sees real improvement in their skills, which shows how much he values genuine progress and discipline. He is passionate, patient, and dedicated -- whether he's working with young kids or adults. My son has trained here and the impact has been incredible. He's become more disciplined, learned to value hard work, and gained a deep respect for his teammates and coaches. We're very grateful for the positive environment and strong leadership Julio provides. Highly recommend this school!

They lead with professionalism, patience, and genuine care for every student. Their ability to…read moreconnect with both kids and adults, while maintaining a high standard of technique and discipline, is rare. They make every class feel purposeful, safe, and empowering. The kids program is especially impressive -- it teaches so much more than Jiu-Jitsu. Our child has grown in confidence, respect, and focus since starting here. At the same time, the adult classes provide challenging, high-quality training in a welcoming and ego-free atmosphere. The gym itself is always clean, well-maintained, and clearly run with pride and intention. The structure, discipline, and community values they uphold are felt every time we walk in. We're proud to be part of this Jiu-Jitsu family.

Professor is an amazing teacher! My grand-daughter loves him. He teaches discipline and respect…read more and reinforces it. There are always several adults to help that also know Jujitsu. They are patient and kind and great teachers . We are very proud to be a part of this community.

Error? I think not. It wasn't until my husband replied did…read morethe professor decide to say it was sent on accident. His response to my asking "what is this?" shows clear as day it was sent on purpose. I advise everyone to search and have a listen to this disgusting video that was sent to me. Also, I paid for a service. I'm an adult, not a child. My comfortability in how I train is my choice. I am not expected to do anything I'm not comfortable with. That's reality, regardless if you like it or not. Funny, I changed gyms and I don't need to offer an explanation as to why I'm not comfortable with certain things. Professor Edgar you need to be ashamed of yourself. You took advantage of my trust, and crossed the lines.

I just completed my 42 day Challenge with Honor Roll Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and dropped 23 pounds. It…read more was the best experience I've had at a gym. Bruno and his team are top notch professionals. They were so helpful and supportive. All the gym members were awesome and respectful. Clean gym best training environment in SCV. Thank you Bruno and your team.

Professor Bruno, thank you so much for making this happen. I've officially lost 20 pounds in just…read moresix weeks, and it means more than you know. I've been struggling with my weight for so many years, and I never imagined that someone just ten minutes away would completely change my lifestyle. You helped me find myself again, and I genuinely love this journey now. Thank you for guiding me, pushing me, and helping me transform in a way I didn't think was possible.

An awesome place to train Jiu Jitsu! Family vibes, with no egos, no drama and definitely no cult…read morevibes here like other locals gyms! Try this place first and you'll feel the positive vibes the minute you walk in the door!

Absolutely loved my drop-in visit. The environment is vibrant and friendly, with lots of smiling…read morefaces and genuine encouragement everywhere. Ron was top-notch: patient, detail-oriented, and super knowledgeable. I learned new concepts in just one class, and he was happy to answer any questions I had. The training partners went out of their way to make me feel at home. Whether you're traveling through town or looking for a place to train regularly, I can't recommend this gym enough. Thanks for a fantastic experience--I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town!

Great atmosphere, great coaches, and a positive environment! If you're looking for a new sport or…read moreactivity for yourself or your child, give this place a try! Classes include BJJ, wrestling, and kickboxing. They start at age 5 and even have adult classes and a toddler class on Saturday's for the little ones. The coaches focus on building confidence and a love for the sport, as well as skills, technique, respect, and self defense. A great atmosphere for all ages and there are also opportunities for competing in tournaments if you choose. The first class is free and there's no pressure to sign up.

Elite Wrestling school. High level MMA gym. Brian runs a gym the way it should be run. Definitely…read morebring your kids here. Looking forward for the long game for my kids

Bryan is an excellent teacher and monster on the mat. I had the pleasure of training with him at…read moreJean Jacques Machado's for several years and he was always a great training partner and just a super nice guy as well. He even let me teach at his old school a few times and I am very thankful for that. If you'd like detailed instruction by a guy who is not only an excellent martial artist but was also on a show with Carl Weathers (don't tell him I told you) then you should check out Venom BJJ!

The instructor is superb and really takes the time to break down each technique and help you…read morethrough the learning process. As well as learning the techniques, there is also time in each class to practice the techniques in live situations with other students. This is a great school and I recommend that anyone interested in learning jiu jitsu come check out this Bryan Genesse BJJ. This is also a great work out! See you there

Coach Johnny was great! I highly recommend 1:1 private MMA class with him. He is well versed in MMA…read moreand fitness.

Family friendly fun! Awesome vibe Lots of room for kids to play or hang out while parents hit up…read moregi, nogi, or kick boxing classes