Pretty nice BJJ dojo. I came here for an open mat and enjoyed training with this crew. The coaches…read moreare nice and are very welcoming to newcomers to the gym. There are hobbyists and competitors, so you get the best of both worlds. Check this gym out if you are in the area!

Put my girls in Warriors since fall of 2022 twice a week after the trial class. My girls are not…read morenaturally physical or into sports/martial arts, and for one of them, it's very much out of her comfort zone! But Coach Alex is simply fantastic with kids and instructing them in the most positive way. I was a little concerned about the potential injuries and chokeholds in BJj, but the coaches are so good at watching the kids closely and making sure kids stay safe. There are several assistant coaches that vary depending on be day, and all are excellent and promote learning, safety and positivity. The dojo is spacious and clean. I honestly can't say enough good things. There are classes for the whole age range of kids and adults. I never thought my girls would do BJJ and I have to say, it's been a great experience--my kids used to get nervous going, bc again, physically grappling with another kid was an alien concept to them, but now they are pretty comfortable and I can see how empowered they feel after each class. Their stamina and physical fitness are much improved--they used to complain about PE in school but now, they have no problems running the laps, doing pushups, etc. If you are a parent looking for a new activity for your kid that will help with not only their physical wellness but also really promote feeling confident and empowered, Warriors BJJ under Coach Alex is a fantastic option, great for both girls as well as boys!

If you are looking for a BJJ academy, I highly recommend Crispim's academy. They have locations in…read morePleasanton and San Ramon. Both locations are amazing. This review is long overdue as we have recently relocated to Southern California. For my son, leaving Crispim's academy and the friends he met there was the hardest part of our relocation. It was very eye opening to see a 9 year old cry because he had to leave his BJJ academy. This spoke volumes to the community he created while training there. My son first started training BJJ four years ago and fell in love instantly. My husband trained Muay Thai as well as BJJ here. Let's start with the kids program: 1) The instructors (every single one of them) are positive, energetic and encouraging. 2) Crispim, his wife Michelle, Jeremiah and Beto have fostered a culture of friendliness, family and respect. I've observed over the years a consistency in greeting every member (and parent) by name, thanking parents for trusting the professors with their children and acknowledging members as they leave after an awesome class 3) They implement a character trait program into the training providing a very well rounded curriculum. The kids don't only learn self-defense and the art of BJJ, they also learn how to be good human beings. This character program helped my son increase his confidence and stand up to bullies at school. 4) Each class is carefully crafted in advance. The instructors are prepared, punctual and the programming is very thoughtful. There are always an adequate number of professors to provide the appropriate attention and coaching to the children. While there is a huge focus on the basics, they keep things interesting by incorporating fun games and new techniques. My husband always spoke very highly of the Muay Thai program. He enjoyed the training so much that he decided to compete in a few local fights. Both facilities are always clean and well-maintained. Mats and equipment are cleaned and sanitized regularly. My daughter even took a few naps on the mat while waiting for my hubby to finish his training. In addition to all the great things I listed above, my favorite thing about Crispim's academy is how they conduct business. He and his staff are always professional, ethical and maintained outstanding communication with students and parents. Crispim, Jeremiah, Beto and the rest of the Crispim team, thank you so very much for introducing our family to BJJ and leaving a long lasting impression on us. We will always be supporters and wish you all the best.

I've been training on/off for over a decade, with massive gaps in between as "life happens."…read moreMarriage, Kids, Career, etc... Trained primarily in Oakland & Piedmont (when I lived/worked in Fremont), then eventually settled down in San Ramon. Just when I thought I had written off jiu-jitsu, a familiar sign/logo suddenly pops up on a storefront in San Ramon Square (a square we frequent, primarily for Café Attila & Best Donuts). How Ironic... I initially had signed up years ago at their HQ location in Pleasanton (before they relocated) but was working a very sporadic schedule due to "startup mode" at a Tech Company. With my Daughters now much older, THEY actually approached ME... "Daddy, didn't you do jiu-jitsu before? We want to do jiu-jitsu too." It was a combination of my Daughters wanting to train in a sport I used to train religiously in (before marriage) & the fact that I HATED saying, "Before" or "Used to." (+ the fact that it was only a 5-minute drive from the house sure didn't hurt either). Gave the Academy a call & met w/ Jeremiah (THE Jeremiah "The Kid" Labiano of Bellator fame btw) who happens to be one of the owners of the San Ramon Academy. #starstruck... For any of you Futurama geeks out there, I had a Phillip J. Frye "Shut up & take my money" moment. Paid 6 mos in advance to give the Academy a test-drive & within a few months, gave my sign-off to the girls that this location was LEGIT (& they too were both enrolled). Fast forward to the present... The quality of instruction from each of the Professors; Crispim, Jeremiah & Beto are truly unparalleled. They aren't just teaching as a job; they're teaching what they live/breath & love & it emanates from each of them during their instruction. As I mentioned earlier, I've been training on & off for over a decade, only to find that there were subtle details/variances in technique relayed by these instructors that I've NEVER been exposed to years prior (more aha moments that I can even keep track of). The end results? Even WITH the significant gaps in training, my game has since evolved exponentially. I began my training journey in my late 20's, though I can truly & confidently state without a doubt that I'm better now (a gentleman never reveals his age) than ever before. Their approach is different/unique than most, considering (in addition to the standard drills, rolling, etc...), they are also savvy in kinesiology, etc... They've introduced drills on movement (i.e., aerobic balls, bosu, etc...) that force you to work your steps, movement & balance, etc..., w/ a "Miyagi-Do approach." Consider these unique drills as "wax on, wax off" or "paint the fence," etc..., which will "click" once you realize its relevance towards guard passing, sweeps, etc... I'm sitting on the carpet drafting this review & just realized how I rose effortlessly to my feet, spinning towards the kitchen to grab my Yeti for a sip of water. The drills (which will be new to most) eventually become second nature & evolve your game as a result. Brilliant... Oh & about my Daughters? Once their initial contract had ended (paid for 6 mos up front), I asked them (no pressure), "Hey girls, jiu-jitsu is ending this month. Do you guys still want to train or do something else?" They both looked at each other, then looked at me & said, "We want to train jiu-jitsu." Yahtzee! THEN they dropped an unexpected bomb on me with, "Why didn't you sign us up when we were younger?" I had to remind them that they were wearing princess dresses w/ crowns & spinning around in tutu's at the time (though also reassured them, that they ARE still young & have the head start I wish I had at their age). Over a year later, they've been promoted twice & I couldn't be more proud to be alongside them throughout their journey. I'm not just saying this because I'm their Dad; I've got (2) petite young ladies who are rolling, sweeping, hanging & tapping out much larger opponents (including BOYS). This (size nor strength do not matter & it's all about technique) are the epitome of what jiu-jitsu represents... This isn't just a sport/hobby for my girls (though they may see it this way), but also a much-needed means of self-defense. What happens when a person grabs you from behind or tries to choke you? What happens if you're pinned to the floor? What happens if someone tries to tackle you to the ground? Guess what? THEY KNOW & they'll continue to get EVEN BETTER. Compound this with the amazing stand-up instructional they are also receiving from Jeremiah & Team as well & it's helping me sleep a bit better at night. Hats off again to Crispim, Jeremiah & Beto... Can't thank each of you enough for bringing jiu-jitsu back into my life & introducing the "gentle art" to my daughters as a result. You each have a knack not just for training, but for keeping everyone (including small children), motivated. You've built an amazing & unique system of training along with the best Academies I've ever had the privilege to train. Oss...

Located on San Ramon Valley Boulevard, this is the sister location of Marcio Moreira (Ralph Gracie…read morePleasanton). Jake Borland is one of the other black belts, who specializes in their nogi training. Great place for families, kids classes and detailed instruction.

We have had our daughters signed up for over a year now. Our 8 year old did a trial for 3 months…read moreand decided it wasn't for her (it's normal for her) but our 4 year old loved it and we signed up for a year membership. The coaches are very fun and informative with the kids. It really is a great experience. Highly recommend.

I can't say enough to try and encourage everyone to check this place out. You will not find another…read morestudio like it all of the people here are so wonderful. The talent here is great, all ages and experience levels are well represented. Crispim is a very special person who generally cares and teaches with an unparalleled level of passion for his students to learn and get better.

Very small no gi community and very expensive, the instructor and trainees were cool and fun to…read moretrain with but I thought it was weird when they paired people up.

I have been living in the Bay Area for 2 years and I have tried a lot of Muay Thai gyms and there…read moreis nothing better than CSA. Great quality coaches and training partners plus the facility is top notch.

At this gym you will find world class coaches and athletes. There are a variety of classes at a low…read moreprice. The gym is very large and has a ton of new equipment to use. One side of the gym has multiple striking and grappling equipment for the MMA program including a ring and cage. The other side of the gym has a full CrossFit area with weights pull up bars. I personally have attended most of the classes the MMA program has to offer and all the coaches are some of the best in the game, but I attend the morning Muay Thai class with Amber the most and she is a fantastic coach with years of experience. My overall striking and grappling have improved because of this gym and I plan to train here as much as I can. Thanks CSA!

Marcio and Vinnie are excellent instructors, nice guys, and fun to be around. My 8 year old son and…read moreI have been training here since last year and we both love it. We feel like we are part of the family. I have had the opportunity to train at several different jiu jitsu schools and Ralph Gracie Pleasanton is definitely one of the best! I would recommend the school not only to experienced grapplers, but also to people with little or no experience. They also have a great kids program.

My son is autistic and I put him in this place for safety and protection since his was 7 and he…read moreloved it... 4 year of payments $7000 that came from my son ssi money. I am single parent going through a rough patch and verbalized this and stated we will return once we got settwe after we mov. I was told to never come back to the gym. After a double payment in Dec that was taken out of my son account to supposedly cover Sept bill. this caused a hardship that I explained to the owner. As the only Black American in their business they don't see how disrespectful this is and never cared for my son. All I tired to do is pause his membership until after the hard time but was told I still had to pay even if he was attending. He did attend Dec and was charge even though they know he is with his father for the holidays. The fact the my son was NEVER invited back is okay. But this is why Black Americans don't support other cultures. You come over here... take our money, then disrespect us after we have supposed you! To the owners: You should be ashamed to treat the disabled black child like this especially when he was the ONLY BLACK BOY in the class! I communicated to your staff as soon as possible and was harassed by your staff for weeks for oayment after I emailed, spoke to and texted your staff my situation. My son didn't deserve to be treated like this. And I will be filing a complaint for the Unauthorized Retroactive Billing to a disabled childs income.

Unsolicited review! Visiting purple belt from Marcelo Garcia's gym in NYC. Super impressed by the…read morelevel of skill and knowledge of the gym's members and coaches. I took a morning class with Rick, and that man knows jiu jitsu inside and out. Just as importantly, he knows the game of each and every member of the gym. Incredibly welcoming culture as well. I made sure to buy a 10 class pack for when I drop in next. Highly recommend this gym.

Not my kind of gym to be in. The coaches were ehhh, the owner was a little rude and ignored me a…read morelot. Not the best learning environment very kids. maybe even not for adults too.

Are you a middle aged professional like me, with a desk job, craving for some intense, rewarding…read morephysical activity you haven't had in years? Well let me introduce you to jiu jitsu. The people at Alere, coaches and fellow trainees alike, are all very kind and supportive and willing to offer feedback to help you improve your movements (which, as a new white belt, is extremely necessary). I've been training at Alere for about two and a half months and have lost like 15 lbs and gotten much stronger. Come here and join an awesome community.

Jitsu Has Truly Transformed My Daughter's Confidence…read more Choosing Jitsu for my daughter was intentional. I wanted her to learn how to protect herself -- and if needed, to protect her little sister and her friends. I wanted her to grow up knowing she was strong, aware, and capable. What I didn't realize was how much more this journey would give her. When she first joined, she was shy and uncertain, but everything changed once she stepped onto the mat and into a community that believed in her. Having her best friend there made the experience even more special. They pushed each other, laughed through tough drills, and grew side by side in ways only true teammates can. Now it's been two years and counting, and she's still not sick of it -- not even close. If anything, she loves it more than when she started. That alone tells you they're doing something completely right. One of the biggest takeaways she's held onto is: "Never cry on the mat." And she takes it very literally -- but honestly, it's not a bad thing. For her, it means fight harder, stay focused, and don't give up. We get it... but let's be real, moms are absolutely allowed to cry on the sidelines. As a mom, it still scares me watching her train and compete -- that feeling never truly goes away. But her confidence has grown so strong that she's now the one asking me to sign her up for competitions. Seeing her walk onto the mat with purpose and pride is something I never imagined two years ago. I have to give so much credit to Jorge, Coach Chris, and Coach Brandon. They prepare her for every competition with patience, discipline, and unwavering belief in her. They've helped shape her into a girl who isn't afraid to push herself, challenge herself, and trust her own strength. Because of them, my heart is at ease a little more each time she competes. Jitsu didn't just teach her self-defense -- it opened a whole new world inside her. One filled with courage, growth, friendship, and confidence. Watching her transform has been one of the greatest gifts, and for that, I am endlessly grateful.

Dublin Jkd and Cornelius are excellent. We just moved to town and this was our first step to…read morereintroducing fitness and training back into our lives. Cornelius has an extensive background and the program draws broadly from that. Lastly, I found that many of my classmates are fast friends and made it a great experience for my spouse and me.

Dublin Boxing and Cornelius are a great fitness choice. Cornelius focuses on fitness and safety so…read moreevery class is fun and action packed. It's a great group to train with and I leave class feeling great! Working with Cornelius is a great decision.

My kids have been taking bjj here for about 4 months. I love their kids program! Carol, the front…read moredesk person is an amazing person! She's very caring, understanding, and super helpful! I've spoken to her on many occasions and I really believe she cares deeply about the children and their wellbeing! The coaches here are awesome! If you don't believe me, drop in, observe and talk to some of the parents. What I really like about their school is you can freeze your account when you go on vacation! I've never heard of this before. All the MA schools I've been to, never had that option. This is really a great option to have when you want to get away from town and don't want to feel like you are missing out on MA lessons but still having to pay for it. The only suggestion I would make and I've already made this is, I wish they would have a Muay Thai program for either adults and/or kids. BJJ is too much of a thinking person's MA for me. At the end of the busy day, I just want to hit something but with using the right techniques. I will look forward to day when the school include a MT program. Here's to many months and years of training to come!

We've had such a great experience here. My son is nine and just started jiu-jitsu at the beginning…read moreof the summer, and I've been incredibly impressed with everything. The coaches are fantastic with the kids. They do a great job teaching technique while also reinforcing discipline, confidence, respect, and sportsmanship. My son is learning a ton, but more importantly, he genuinely looks forward to going and has so much fun while he's there. The overall community is also really special. It feels positive and encouraging, which made it easy for him to feel comfortable even as a complete beginner. It's been amazing to see his confidence grow in such a short amount of time. We couldn't be happier that we found this studio and would absolutely recommend it to any family