Been training here for a year now and love the community feel combined with the competition-winning level of technical knowledge. Great place for beginners and experienced athletes alike. read more

You probably go to learn BJJ and quickly find out you've become part of a family, onethat extends to other academies within the Sabre affiliation as well. The leadership and lessons are second to none. Great for beginners up to world level competitors. Classes are mornings, noon, nights and weekends. Highly recommend you check them out!! read more

Been training here for more than 10 years now. Instructors and teammates alike bring a fun and positive vibe. This is a place for all, from world class champions to BJJ enthusiasts and novices alike. If you're looking for a second place to call home, then come on by check this place out. read more

Lots of flexible schedules and women's only class available. Top tier instructors for all levels. read more

Sabre Jiu Jitsu Academy - Saturdays Competition Class - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Concord, California

Very good atmosphere, healthy and friendly, which means a lot to me. Coach B is an amazing athlete and coach, and all black belts are very knowledgeable and always willing to help! Strongly recommend this dojo where you and your kids read more

Visited a Sunday open mat this past weekend and really enjoyed my time there. Emailed Professor Bryant and he was very responsive. Everyone was really cool, rolled with a few folks. Good mix of belts, mostly high belts which was awesome. Saw lots of judokas and stand up practice. read more

Amazing academy! The instruction is premier quality and the students are 100% dedicated! So glad to be part of this family!

Excellent environment for beginners and upper belts. Super welcoming and a whole lotta talent!!! Highly recommend to come in and have a roll!! read more

Coach Bryant has created an academy that is welcoming, fun, joyful, and at the same time intense in training. Can't finish the warm ups? The people will encourage you on your journey. Have a hard time making a move work for your body type? The coaches will help you adjust. Coach Bryant has a very clear teaching style. He is the only coach I've seen take two students and explain to them how to do the move of the day so the whole class can see two people fumble along and adjust. Sure, he teaches moves too, but he switches up how he teaches and It only helps is get better. I have found all the upper belts to be friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and encouraging. Coach Bryant has built a place with a great culture. read more

We've been training with Bryant for a few years and love the entire affiliate program. Since they have affiliates all over you have the option to visit and expand your training, this is great if you are a commuter or like to get a lot of different training partners in. The gym itself is very welcoming and clean and has plenty of space for training. they host seminars from world champions and are just all-around great people. read more

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A truly outstanding place for all ages and skill levels. There's a really welcoming vibe and all the instructors are exceptional. Great support and knowledge to tap into if you want to compete but also a place that's open to those that just want to learn and train without competing. Coach B has made this a great community to be a part of. read more

Great school, teammates, and instructors. I highly recommend coming here. I've been coming here since 2017 and do not see any reason for leaving. Ever. Love everything Sabre! read more

This academy is more like a family to all of us. I have been with the head instructor from the very beginning of my BJJ journey 10 years ago and I am so proud of the wonderful education and experience he has provided to all of us. It is no wonder why this academy has been voted as one of the best academies in the region with over 300 members who have achieved all of their personal goals. Some of us train to become national champions and this academy has pumped out several. Some of us train for physical and mental health. Some of us train for self defense and to gain confidence that we can protect our families. Sabre BJJ academy will allow us all to grow at our own pace and achieve our own goals. Thank you, Coach Bryant for influencing so many people in such a positive way... read more

I met Coach Bryant while I was living on the streets in 2014. I was a skinny loser with no friends. After training at Sabre for the better part of a decade, I am now a jacked millionaire married to a supermodel. Coach and I were debating on me competing in the local Abu Dhabi contest, but frankly I gave bigger fish to fry. read more

Excellent academy. Coach Bryant has built a wonderful establishment to learn top tier jiu jitsu in an all inclusive welcoming environment. From hobbyists to competitors and everyone in between, no one leaves the gym without a smile on their face and soaked in sweat. read more

This is an amazing academy with top-notch instructors! There are multiple classes available throughout the day so it's very convenient. Everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming. I came from another school and right away everyone made me feel like I was family. I highly recommend this academy to anyone looking for a world class training experience as well as developing lifelong friendships! read more

Amazing kids program and family oriented atmosphere. I can't say enough about this academy. I constantly recommend it as a place for kids to learn self-defense and build confidence. The schedule also makes it easy to train as an adult, whether you need something in the early morning hours, midday, or evening. read more

I was a bit nervous moving to a new BJJ gym as I recently moved from San Diego to Concord and had only recently started my BJJ journey as white belt in San Diego (April 2018). I loved the gym that I was at in San Diego so I was nervous to go commit to a new one with such high expectations. Sabre turned out to be everything that I was looking for and more! I was looking for a family type of environment where I could learn and grow. Everyone is helpful, friendly, and even go out of their way to help and answer any questions that I have. Sabre also offers many different types of classes: gi, no gi, wrestling, judo, bjj basics, yoga, and more! Sabre also offers 6AM, noon, and 6/7PM classes so it will fit into your schedule. Highly recommend to anyone looking to get into BJJ or those who are continuing their BJJ journey. read more

If you are ready to start your jiu jitsu journey. This place would be the place to start. It offers great prices for adults and kids class. With World Champions instructing. Great hours that work around any schedule. Professor Bryant has truly built a great environment. read more

Since my very first day, Coach Bryant and the rest of the instructors/academy have been so welcoming. It truly is a great community that has been built and is one of the highlights of my week when I'm in class. In addition to the regular BJJ and wrestling classes, the academy caters to the whole family with kids classes and woman's only classes. Also, once you join Sabre, you have access to its affiliates in various locations throughout the Bay Area. If you're on the fence on starting BJJ, I can whole heartedly recommend Sabre! I promise you won't regret it! read more

Sabre Jiu Jitsu Academy - Receiving my blue belt from Coach Bryant - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Concord, California

Really great environment all the coaches are really cool and helpful I'm lucky to have a place to cross train at between here and my home gym . I can't say enough how great this gym is and the leople read more

Sabre academy isn't just an academy it's a family. Our family has been members for 8 months and we love the flexibility of the adult and kids classes. The classes are always filled with all sorts of belt colors so all levels are present. Lots of black belts to. Coaches are amazing, and very friendly. I would highly recommend this place if your looking for a place to learn and be apart of a team. read more

Sabre BJJ offers JiuJitsu, Judo and Wrestling. Family environment with 2 other affiliates in Benicia and Pinole. From the local hobbyists to the world class competitors you will find this academy is for you. read more

Sabre has become an important part of my boys' lives. Coach Bryant and all the coaches provide an amazing atmosphere of learning, growth, performance and community. Sabre's positive and engaging environment is an important factor in fostering my sons' passion for the discipline of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. read more

Its all here at Sabre - fitness, community and education in brazilian Jiu Jitsu. From Competition level athletes to working professionals to fun kids programs - your going to an eclectic mix of people. The one thing they have in common is a mutual desire to train safely and effectively. A tremendous supportive and challenging environment - come see a class on their stadium bleachers and see for yourself. Best - read more

Fantastic instruction for both adults and kids highly recommend. Easily the best Brazilian jujitsu academy in the Bay Area.

Love this gym! Great vibes and tons of different class options.

No place like home. Everyone makes you feel welcomed and part of the family. No politics just train. Best prices for membership around with unlimited access to train. Check us out!!! read more

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You probably go to learn BJJ and quickly find out you've become part of a family, one that extends to other academies within the Sabre affiliation as well. The leadership and lessons are second to none. Great for beginners up to world level competitors. Classes are mornings, noon, nights and weekends. Highly recommend you check them out!! read more

Truly a place of champions. I would definitely would train here to get ready for competitions. Lots of people to learn from.

I have trained in various Jiu Jitsu academies across the country and I have to say that Sabre is clearly one of the best. The instruction is top notch, the student base is welcoming, and the training spans the weekend warrior to competition team. Bryant is an excellent coach and teacher with enough experience to keep students engaged and learning. It's centrally located to freeways and have classes throughout the day. I look forward to training when I can and always leave happy. read more

Clean, seating if you are waiting, easy to park and very professional staff. Everyone is approachable and provide any assistance you need.

My nephew and I have been training judo and jiu jitsu for over a year. Great instruction from world class athletes and a very amazing group of individuals of all ages and experience. My nephew who is 14 has improved not just in martial arts but has really grown as an individual and come out of his shell and become more social. Academically he went from struggling in some of his classes to getting on the honor roll and receiving student of the month at his school. Besides a great jiu jitsu program, (Judo) Coach David Gonzales has really had positive impact on him and really knows how to motivate him and keep him interested in the program. He is happier than ever and I attribute a lot of it to Sabre. read more

Great place to train with great instructors! The students here feel more like family than just someone you roll with. And if you've got a crazy work schedule...No worries, this place has classes to fit your hectic schedule. If you're looking for a home to train at then come on in and check out this massive facility. Tell em Aina sent you. read more

Sabre BJJ is the best ! Coach Bryant is awesome. When we moved to Sabre it feels like family. Seminars here are topnotch. Come and join the family. read more

My son has really enjoyed training under the coaches at this Academy. After being at two other training places this has been by far the best experience for him! thank you so much for welcoming him into the sabre academy wing! read more

I must say that I love training here! as someone who works shift work on an ever changing schedule there is plenty of times for me to pick up a class when I can. Everyone is super friendly and willing to stay after class to work with you. and even if you cant make it to normal class times there is a lot of opportunity for 1on1 instruction from one of the many instructors. this place is fantastic for the novice just starting their journey to the seasoned brown belt looking to get proficient on his technique. read more

I love this place!!! Coach Bryant is very welcoming and always encourages growth. This place provides a comfortable place to train, as a women and a mother I feel great bringing my family to train here. Coach not only provides excellent classes but also brings in many different practitioners to the academy so we get the best training and experience new techniques. HIGHLY recommend this Academy for those that have never trained to those who have years of training. Very welcoming to ALL! read more

I joined Sabre over two and a half years ago. I love the training, instructors, and facility. BJJ, Judo, and wrestling with a ton of class options. read more

I've been studying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Coach Bryant Pangelinan for about 2 years, having been with two other academies before. I know now that this is the kind of academy you can settle in and consider 'home', at any level of training or life experience. Coach Bryant has created an environment combining elite instruction, extremely welcoming camaraderie, and a wealth of support for personal development, in a spacious, clean, and well lit gym. Two other things I love: 1) Coach Bryant offers classes throughout every day at very reasonable rates, not only at his main gym but also at his local affiliate academies. 2) The fact that his many students range from small children to older adults, both male and female (I was comforted to see more females students than in other academies). Anyone can find their place here. Students are able to progress to the max of their potential in Jiu Jitsu, in Judo and wrestling. I invite you to do what I did and just walk in. read more