I've been training here for about four months now, and it's easily my favorite gym. It's incredibly…read morewelcoming and friendly, with a great atmosphere for all skill levels--whether you're a beginner or more advanced. The coach takes the time in every class to work with everyone and help dial in technique. I genuinely look forward to being here after work to unwind and decompress.

One of the hardest things to find when it comes to find a good fighting gym is a place that has the…read moreright culture and vibe for everyone. A place that isn't toxic, that has respectful regulars who aren't territorial, a place where people offer their hand and give their name first before asking for yours. You'd be surprised at how openly hostile, rude, tribal, clique-y, and toxic a fighting gym can be. (Or maybe you aren't) Regardless, the rare places that aren't like that, you gotta hold onto. Not to mention, you have to have a coach who took the time, paid "the dues", and is passionate about the art. The DEN, I can assure is one of those places. If you're curious about the art of 8 limbs, or if you're somebody who wants to fully get into it. Stop by the Den! 10/10 would recommend. On a side note.....Coach James is one of the great "what-ifs" of the sport. In my mind, he could have been an incredible professional fighter. But, in his own words, "I never liked the spot light and I don't like getting too much attention." But "I just love Muay Thai, and I'm getting to do what I love." But don't let the sentiment fool you. He's an absolute beast in the ring, and guys nearly 20 years his junior have a hard time keeping up with him when they spar. The gym also is quite "Spartan", no frills, no expensive machines, one punching bag, a few weights, a bathroom, an equipment room, a mat area, and a ring. That's about it. Everyone gets nice a close on a busy day, but for me, that's kind of the charm of the place. No crazy amenities, just a temple dedicated to the striking art. The regulars, including the guys who have been coming for years, are remarkably laid-back individuals. No real chip on anyone's shoulders, no one is trying to prove anything, just a bunch of real enthusiasts of the art. Case in point, I'm surprised to find that after a few weeks, a bunch of them even remembered my name, gave me a fist bump, and welcomed me back. But again, don't let the sentiment fool you, if you punch hard, they'll punch back harder, and if you think you keep up with them, they'll take you to depths you haven't been before. There are levels to this game, and there a people there who are going to be 2-3 levels above you. My advice, be friendly, be consistent, be respectful, and stay humble.

I've been a member here for two years. And I really enjoy the small community feel. It's not your…read morebig corporate gym. So it feels more comfortable being here. I appreciate all the employees there. I take the boxing/hiit class all the coaches are great really so it don't matter who's class you hit as long as it one of the class. But if you want to get a good workout in I recommend hitting coach Kam , Kai or Alexa's class. ALEXA KICKS ASS! WOMEN POWER!!! Really homey vibe here i definitely recommend. The guys at the front desk are great too. I enjoy my morning chats with Sam he's awesome. Gerardo and Santiago are your go to guys. Everyone here in general is cool.

This is the spot for beginner and experienced folks interested in a local fighting gym.... And even…read morebetter, for when the coaches are shopping you into shape, they have Centram AC

We just wrapped up our first enrollment period at Brazilian Top Team Long Beach, and we couldn't be…read moremore grateful for the experience. Our daughter Delilah has been training here, and we've decided without hesitation to keep her enrolled long-term. From day one, Coaches Warren, Alex, Jefferson and all the coaches at BTT have been nothing short of phenomenal. They've shown an incredible amount of patience, dedication, and care with Delilah, and it's clear they genuinely love what they do. What really stood out to us is how they treat each child as an individual, recognizing where they are in their journey and guiding them not just physically, but emotionally and mentally as well. They give each student personalized attention while also nurturing a strong sense of discipline, confidence, and respect. The environment is supportive, structured, and full of positive energy. You can see how much the kids are enjoying themselves while learning real skills. There's a beautiful balance here between focus and fun, and as parents, that means the world to us. We're so thankful to have found a place that not only teaches technique, but also reinforces character development. Brazilian Top Team Long Beach has already made a lasting impression on our family, and we're excited to see Delilah continue to grow here. Thank you again to Coaches Warren, Alex, and Jefferson and all the coaches at BTT for everything you pour into these kids. Highly, highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to introduce their child to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a place that feels like family!

I initially found BTT while looking for a self defense discipline for my daughter with ASD. After…read moreabout a couple weeks of my daughter being signed up and got the itch to jump on the mats which Char and Coach Marcelo were more than accommodating to give me a trial class. I was immediately hooked. This is a two part review as we have two members in the household: Kids Classes: There are two kids groups. 4-8 and 9-13 My daughter is in the 4-8 class. The coaches are attentive and incredibly patient with the kids while still pushing the kids to be the best versions of themselves. Since signing her up. I've noticed a big boost in my daughter's confidence, attentiveness, and there have been benefits in the classroom as she does a better job staying focused and listening to her teachers. Adults: I had prior experience from a different academy when I was younger and was turned away from jiu jitsu till coming to BTT and now I'm obsessed with this beautiful sport. The instructors are all incredibly detail oriented and do a great job of breaking things down starting from the fundamentals classes to the more intermediate/advanced classes. The original goal was to help lose some weight and that has happened, but the greatest accomplishments have been helping find an outlet for the normal stress/ anxiety of a parent along with finding and befriending an incredible community of people that are there for you on and off that mats. If you're even thinking about giving it a shot. Do it. You won't regret it.

I started doing the unlimited Muay Thai classes last month and love it…read more Coach Donavon has been awesome. Would recommend to anyone, beginner or experienced.

I love this place, from the super humble classmates to the patient coaches. It has been a great…read moreexperience training at this gym for both myself and my son. I do hope the gym gets to upgrade in the future, but overall I would recommend it, especially for anyone new and looking to try it out.

Update, I had forgot to add that though my son had left this school to focus on his high school…read morestudies at CAMS in his sophomore year, he returned in his collegiate years as a cadet in the U.S. Air Force Academy and was welcomed with open arms a few times to train with the late, Great Sifu Richard Bustillo, Rex, Mark, Nicole, and staff... My son eventually became a two-time National Collegiate Boxing Association (NCBA) Champion and was awarded by the tournament referees as the best boxer in the lower weight class in 2016 & 2017! https://youtu.be/Zlk9doqkK3s Rest In Peace and Thank You again Sifu Richard Bustillo, all IMB Staff and practitioners, past, present, & future! You will never find a better place to train mind, body, and Spirit... this place is it!

The Location is hazardous ( air quality and soot ) and it shares a space / interior wall with a…read moresmog testing facility. The outer building, door and windows are covered from the adjoining smog business where the soot from the exhaust of thousands of vehicles is caked onto the building. Too bad because this academy sounds good on paper.

I've trained at a couple different gyms throughout the LA area and found Jiujitsu League when I…read moremoved to Long Beach in 2018. I visited two other gyms in the area before deciding to continue my training at Jiujitsu League. I already had experience with jiujitsu and was not stranger to the art or the gym culture. I was immediately welcomed by the owners Kevin and Haley and all the regulars in the gym. You will find people here that are willing to help you start your jiujitsu journey or continue to grow and integrate new aspects into your game. You will also find that the owners and other instructors are very laid back and comfortable teaching/coaching all students, not just those who are already "good" at jiujitsu. You will not find people here who are trying to destroy you on the mats in an effort to boost their ego. You can learn at your own pace and the availability of multiple classes throughout the day/week will help you find the time and space that suits you best. I can't say enough good things about this gym and the people. Feel free to just come by and watch a class to get a feel for the environment. Good luck in your search.

The gym culture here is overwhelmingly positive. The coaches and long time members here are…read moreextremely friendly, encouraging, and care about your personal development as much as your safety. Haley and Kevin are excellent instructors who go out of their way to make newcomers feel welcome. I joined BJJ because the idea of ever having to defend myself was scary to me. When I came to Jiu Jitsu League, I knew I was going to be absolutely horrible at it--but I also knew I would find great fulfillment if I stayed consistent, persevered through the physical and mental challenges, and learned this practical life skill and martial art that is objectively challenging. I've been learning BJJ here for two years now and I'm hooked. It has been challenging especially at the start. But seeing myself progress has been more fun and fulfilling than I had ever previously imagined--and I couldn't have asked for a better gym culture, coaches, or training partners to help me along the way. If any of what I said relates to you, maybe this is your sign to sign up!

I moved to Long Beach two years ago from Hollywood, and one of the things I was most sad about was…read moreleaving behind my favorite gyms and boxing classes. I tried almost every gym in Long Beach but didn't really connect with any of them--until I stumbled upon Hardworx fitness Gym. From the moment I walked in, I instantly fell in love with the vibe. The energy here is unmatched! The classes are amazing, the coaches are talented and motivating, and everyone I've encountered has been so welcoming and professional. The gym has everything I need, it's never overcrowded, and I always get a solid workout in. Their personal training and group classes are top-notch, and the easy, spacious parking and great location are a huge plus. I love living in Long Beach, and I'm so happy I found Hardworx--it's truly my fitness home!

Fitness is very important to me and so is hard work to get to where you wanna be and achieve your…read morefitness goals. Just left conventional gyms and joined this personal family orientated gym and it's the best decision I've made for myself, my fitness goals ,and for the comfort of being able to work out without Overcrowded gyms. This place is awesome. Feels like a family here.

My son has been training at 360 for the past few years and we are grateful for the guidance and…read moreleadership their team brings to its students. Martial arts and Self defense for youth requires a balance of discipline, respect for others, dedication to the art and consistency. My son continues to enjoy participation and learning from owners Coach Alan and Coach Candace. They both have assisted in providing our son with good structure outside of home in a safe learning environment that challenges him physically and mental.

DO NOT GO HERE IF YOUR CHILD IS TRYING TO LEARN SELF-CONTROL AND FOCUS, THEY WILL NOT SUPPORT YOUR…read moreCHILD WELL . My son is 8 years old and is a very energetic, happy kid. He has challenges with focus and self-control at times which is precisely why we wanted to enroll him in the Krav Classes. He started in the Lil Dragons program, and after about 4 months he was promoted to the Juniors program because he was doing so well. HERE is where it gets sad...he was told we would "trial" the Juniors class to see how he would do. After 6 weeks, he having difficulty with focus and self-control in the larger setting, but was making improvements over the last few sessions based on staff report and my observation. This past Tuesday, he wasn't paying attention and accidentally punched another kid in the face with his glove on (not hard but I'm sure it still hurt...he apologized to the child and resumed the class). I recommended that we put him back in the smaller class considering that my son was thriving in Lil Dragons, and he was consistently practicing safe partner work in Lil Dragons so there is no reason he would not thrive there again. Trying out lil Dragons to see how he does again posed no risk to anyone's safety. He just has ongoing challenges with focus and self-control which impacted his performance overall in the larger class. My son in a smaller class size would have more adult support and less distractions which would ultimately help him focus. This issue with the partner work the other day was not aggression, it was a lack of focus that resulted in a punch to someone's face (focus is precisely what a smaller class would support and DID support as of 6 weeks ago). 360 Krav's response was that he wouldn't be appropriate for the Lil Dragons class either (even though he was doing so well there 6 weeks ago that he was promoted!)...effectively expelling him from the program altogether. How 360 Krav has handled this is totally unacceptable. You promoted him to "try" out a new class...it was not a good fit, and now you are not letting him go back to the class that he was successful in. This is a disgraceful way to teach...you are literally punishing a child for being brave enough to try something new and then failing at it.