RADA is truly such a special place in La Jolla. From the wonderful owners to Philipe at the front…read moredesk, who always makes you feel so welcome, every person there genuinely cares about the students and their experience. The instructors are fantastic, and the program itself is incredibly well-run. We couldn't recommend RADA more highly!

Rada has been amazing for my family and life in general. My son started training first when he was…read more11 years old and absolutely fell in love with Jiu Jitsu and the professors. A year later I started training myself as well and the professors and community are absolutely amazing. Later my daughter started training as well This is truly a place where the entire family can learn self defense, create community and better your overall life. I highly recommend people of all ages to give Rada a try!

This is my granddaughter's second year here and the owners are top class. The class is a…read morecomprehensive and progress as a child gets older. I'm very happy we found this place and these fine people.

My daughter has been coming here for 4 months, and she loves it. Classes are positive, fun and yet…read moreinstill discipline. Many of my daughter's first grade classmates have also joined. The school is great for girls and boys. They don't focus on competitions and trophies which is what I was looking for. They are about learning practical self-defense skills. At the end of class my daughter is more energized then at the start.

This gym is absolutely wonderful. -There is a wealth of…read moreknowledge and experience from the coaches and trainers. They're all happy to see their students grow and be their best selves. -The place is very clean and full of professional and mature individuals who *mostly* take responsibility to clean to - which is truly saying something. - I have never been to a gym to welcoming and friendly. I usually just like to go in, do my thing, and get out. There are strong bonds formed here strengthened with every class we suffer through. Everyone has different goals and reasons for being there but we all support each others journey. Very much an "each one teach one" vibe. - also the Jocko supplements are actually really good. I hope to see more of that. The only thing I wish they had was a regular clock in the weight room and cross-fit room. I leave my watch at home when at the gym and I feel like I have to look at my phone every 5 min not wanting to miss class. Update: coming up in 2 years training with this gym. Even with a fire that took it down and a second location opened up within just a few months the management is still quite professional and the coaches are awesome. Looking forward to the old building opening back up.

honestly don't have anything bad against this gym. met a couple of people and they were great! very…read morewelcoming! great gym overall! owner did have a bit of attitude when i first spoke to him but it didnt really affect me or the way i see this gym. only downside... i was taking PT classes with alex ramos. told me multiple times after i still had a couple more pt sessions left that he would text me his schedule and never did..later found out i was blocked. very unprofessional on his side. no hate against the gym! im glad its back at the og location

I dropped in at University of Jiu Jitsu San Diego while visiting on vacation, and I couldn't have…read moreasked for a better experience. The facilities are amazing--clean, spacious, and very well maintained. From the moment I walked in, everyone was friendly and welcoming, which made training in a new gym easy and comfortable. The instruction is very technical and detailed, with techniques broken down in a way that's easy to understand and apply. Great teammates, great coaching, and a very professional environment. If you're visiting San Diego or looking for a home academy, this place is absolutely worth checking out.

Highly recommend! We came here while on vacation and loved it!…read more I inquired information about the university before we came into the area and Monica was super helpful with all my questions and was very fast at responding! Professor Felipe broke everything in the class down to make it very easy to understand for a beginner but difficult enough for an experienced student to learn new things each class! My husband and I both took classes here and would both leave class having learned something new and confident to put it into practice! If we come back to visit again, we will definitely be coming here again!

Feeling very welcomed and embraced in this family environment in addition to the great…read moreinstructions! Super happy to be part of it!

Great place to train with excellent teachers and friendly students that are very welcoming to…read morevisitors. A family-like atmosphere.

There is so many positives about this academy and it's people that it would take all of Wikipedia…read morefor me to write a true review. 1. The gym is amazingly clean and the staff works very hard to ensure everything is sanitary and the environment is spotless and welcoming. 2. The instructional staff lead by Regis Lebre is outstanding and they make learning fun, exciting, and inspirational. 3. The value is phenomenal because of the instruction and lineage of the skills taught 4. The people are supportive, encouraging, competitive, and very much like a family who truly care for one another I cannot say enough amazing things about this location and the people! I will be attending this academy for as long as I live in the San Diego area! Osss!

Best place to train Jiu Jitsu in San Diego. The professors are all extremely knowledgeable and…read morehighly skilled, but also nice and friendly to everyone who walks in the door. The place is incredibly clean and doesn't smell like an old gym locker room. You can feel comfortable and safe coming to train here. Highly recommend

Barum Jiu Jitsu - World Class Instruction and a Great Community!…read moreI cannot recommend Barum Jiu Jitsu highly enough! Training under Professor Alfredo Barum is an absolute privilege; his depth of knowledge and passion for the art are evident in every class, and the entire atmosphere at the academy is welcoming and professional. One of the highlights is having Professor Joe Kracht leading instruction. Knowing you're learning from a Master World Champion in both gi and no-gi is incredible, but what's even better is that Joe is a phenomenal teacher who can break down complex techniques and make them accessible to everyone, from beginner to advanced student. Whether you're looking to compete, learn self-defense, or just get in great shape, you'll find top-notch training here. The culture at Barum Jiu Jitsu is fantastic - everyone is there to learn and support each other, and it truly feels like a team. If you're in San Diego and thinking about starting Jiu Jitsu, or are a seasoned practitioner looking for high-level instruction, you owe it to yourself to check out Barum Jiu Jitsu! I'm proud to be part of this academy! (Included are photos from a recent IBJJF 2026 San Diego Summer Open).

We were on a family trip to San Diego/Mexico and heard great things about Barum Jiu Jitsu so we…read moredecided to drop in. This place is clean, and most importantly very welcoming. Everyone was extremely friendly and they definitely have a family atmosphere here with no egos which is important for me since my son trains with me too. Highly recommend this place. Quality instructors and home of a few world champions.

Brought my twin six-year-old boys here. Wow! What an incredible place!…read moreWe went to a class that taught my kids had to deal with kids who are bullies! Left feeling like my kids are gonna be safer in this world. Can't wait to go back for more!

I am newer to the BJJ community and I started my journey here at this school. At first I was just a…read moremom on the side lines but the community is so friendly and inviting that I felt comfortable trying it out for myself (a little hesitant at almost 40). Best decision I made. The professors are outstanding, the coaches are amazing, and my teammates/drilling partners are super friendly. This whole community they have built is invested in your journey and are ready and willing to assist in any way. A huge plus - the women's community is strong! Come check this school out - you definitely won't regret it. Kiddo Review- 5 year old says she'd give it a 100/100. 4 year old said she wants to do jiu jitsu everyday. As the mom, I've seen the kiddo class grow. The professors and coaches are super approachable and incredible with the kiddos. My 5 year old asked Prof. Amit if he'd train her to compete! That is kind of approachability this school has. If you have a kiddo looking - please check this school out! Let your jiu jitsu journey begin here - we are waiting to welcome you!

I was in town on vacation from South Lake Tahoe with my family and dropped in on a class. There…read moreare so many options for BJJ in San Diego! I decided to try a class here because it was close by to where we were staying. I've only been doing BJJ for about six months, so I'm as new as they come. But I wanted to continue my training while on vacation. I showed up to a Wed 09 basics class and what absolutely COULD have felt incredibly intimidating, was anything but. I was the only female of maybe 10 to 11 students and 2 instructors. There were 2 other white belts in addition to me and the rest of the students were blue, purple and brown belts. I felt welcomed and safe and like I belonged there , regardless of my belt color or lack of time in the sport. I LOVED learning new techniques and getting different perspectives from the instructors and other higher belt students. Thank you for making this white belt rookie feel welcomed! I thoroughly enjoyed myself and will absolutely be back next time I am in town! OSSSSSSS

Been going here for 5 months now. Great instruction from the couches! An emphasis on technique,…read moreco-operative, and position rather than aggression and "finishing a submission". I'd highly recommend this place for folks who want to learn.

We enrolled our son into the Little Ninjas class just a couple months ago, and we couldn't be…read morehappier with the Eagle Martial Arts program. Master Sam is one of the most amazing teachers we have ever had the pleasure of seeing in action! He provides just the right balance of encouragement, discipline and drive. Master Sam is a great motivator who definitely seems to understand what each of these kids are capable of -- and he doesn't let them get away with anything less than what he knows they can achieve. In just a couple months, he has helped my shy and fairly non-athletic son gain new skills, focus and confidence with each class. We did a free trial class first and while my son was clearly struggling, Master Sam was incredibly patient, attentive and encouraging. My son ended up coming home that day determined to learn how to do a somersault, and ended up practicing on the bed everyday. Just a month later, he has been running confidently into a jump somersault and beaming with pride. My son comes home from class each time wanting practice the moves (to the chagrin of my sofa cushions) and eager to show Daddy & his grandparents videos of his class. We have been incredibly impressed with our son's rapid progress -- but most of all-- super thrilled with how genuinely excited he is about learning Tae Kwon Do! Thank you Master Sam!

Same Owner / Same issues - Same COmapny SEKANDER HADAF and affiliated businesses We came to his…read moremartial arts/bicycle shop located in the same location on Scotts Street. He solicited us for martial arts classes and to purchase an e-bike bike. We did buy a bike and when we returned it quite quickly because we did not get an e-bike - but rather a non-working bike... We were told this was warranted as it was brand news... I had an extremely disappointing experience with this bike shop, and it's less about the bike itself and more about how the owner handled the situation. We visited the shop immediately when we noticed pieces breaking off the bike, the bike not charging, and the battery not holding any capacity. This forced my son to use it as a traditional bike, which defeated the purpose of the purchase. Every time we returned, the owner called me a liar and spoke to me condescendingly, often bringing up the fact that I'm a woman. When my son, who is on the autism spectrum, initially bought the bike with his own money using a Venmo debit card, he was excited about his first bike. Unfortunately, all interactions with the owner since then have been highly contentious. When we explained the issues, the owner would repeatedly dismiss our concerns and call me a liar. We even requested a refund, but instead, we ended up spending about $200 more to have the bike assessed, only to find out it was assembled incorrectly, the motor wasn't working, and the battery was dead. I emailed the owner, stating that he had plenty of time to remedy the issue and could do the right thing by replacing the battery, especially since he had taken advantage of a 14-year-old autistic child. However, he continued to be belligerent and contentious, often cussing at me. My son no longer feels comfortable approaching the owner because of his mean demeanor. We're now stuck with an $1800 bike that never worked. We will be taking this matter to the ADA enforcement agency that protects those with disabilities. I strongly advise against allowing your children to be around this man, as he takes advantage of children and disrespects women. This will be how your family will be approached