Our two boys participate in the kids classes and they love all the coaches. We used to go to Gracie Barra in Burbank but my kids stopped enjoying the experience and got burned out. It got to be too many kids and not enough instructors or adequate supervision for their summer program. My kids got to a point where they dreaded going to class, which is when I knew it was time to stop going. We took them to several other Gracie Barra locations but they didn't enjoy the instructors so I thought we were done with Jiu Jitsu until we found Total Jui Jitsu. To our surprise, we found that a lot of the coaches and families also left Gracie Barra in Burbank for the same reasons and so my boys knew a lot of the kids in the class. Great kids and wonderful families. The Total Jui Jitsu coaches aren't yellers, which creates a really chill environment and there is serious focus on good form, respect, and execution. All the things I expect and they over-deliver in each and every class. They won't allow kids to get distracted and ensure they are truly learning the techniques the right way. If they see a child performing the moves incorrectly, they immediately step in to coach and correct so the kids don't injure themselves or others. The kids really respond to the coaches' positive and encouraging approach and I can definitely see it in my boys faces after class; they beam with pride. I am so thrilled that they were able to rekindle the love of Jui Jitsu. I highly recommend this Jui Jitsu studio for any family looking to have their children participate in a fun sport, learn self-defense, build confidence with supportive instructors, and have a lot of fun while doing it. read more

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I can't recommend Total Jiu-Jitsu enough! I was totally new to martial arts and decided to give BJJ a try on a whim. I filled out the form on the Total website, and the next day Coach Kyle promptly contacted me to fill me in on the program. Everyone at this gym is extremely welcoming and positive, and especially as a woman I feel comfortable and supported despite being new to the sport. Highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking to start training or join a new community. read more

I went to get info .. I show up and thrs a class in session... no front desk, no one to greet you... not a big deal .. I see a small table with a bunch of clip boards out in the open with class info and a pen attached to each clipboad .. I pick one up and the guy giving class yells out "hey put it down, I'll go to you when I'm done" I freeze and turn to him and say " put it down?" He says " yes" .. I put it down and walked out... what an unprofessional attitude to have .. the damn clipboards were out in the open stacked up like a magazine rack.... too bad... I immediately went down the street to Villains Jiu Jitsu .. the guy couldn't be nicer .. what a big difference in attitude.. humble, respectful and nice! read more

Truly a wonderful group of people. I wanted to put my 6 year old in some sort of martial arts class and decided on BJJ because I liked the idea there wasn't any punching involved and yet at the same time it is arguably the best self defense for a one on one encounter. The thing I wasn't expecting at all was just how great the guys who run this place are - Artin and Kyle and all the other coaches are just the most welcoming and humble bunch of people you could ever hope to meet. For kids as well as adults. Seriously, DO NOT ALLOW YOURSELF TO BE INTIMIDATED ABOUT TRYING THIS PLACE OUT. After having my son in their classes for a while, they talked me into trying one of the adult classes... and I was blown away. Not having done any grappling before, I wasn't really prepared for the intensity you experience right on day one... Truth be told, I kind of panicked and was a bit of a spaz for a while. But true to their character, the coaches patiently just kept trying to help me work on my breathing and learn to be calm in the heat of battle. When we put my son in a new school that would mean moving out of the area, we even tried to find a house that would still allow him to train here. We were unable to in the end, but just the fact that this was a factor in us BUYING A HOUSE should give you some idea of how highly my wife and I think of this place and the coaches there. As for BJJ, for those of you just wondering in general if it's a good thing for kids... I'm 6'2 and 230 lbs... and recently got PUT ON MY ASS by a 16 year old girl at the place I train now. Granted I'm a white belt still and she's been training for quite a while but still... is there any reason on earth you wouldn't want your daughter (or son) to have that kind of power? Cannot recommend highly enough. read more

Absolutely one of the best Academy out there. Environment and Atmosphere is great. Very welcoming teammates. Welcoming but real tough but that's the byproduct of training there. Prof Artin, Coach Kyle and Coach Andre are the most technical folks in the game. You'd want to step in and learn the details and intricacies of Jiu Jitsu, yet very simplified to beginners. Very clean GYM. Best of all, it's family. You lay everything on the line when you train. Ego-FREE and you gain new sets of brothers & sisters that are allowed to kick your ass, in a controlled environment. Thank you TOTAL Team! This place is a 2nd home and place of Zen and Peace! read more

Total jiu jitsu is top notch. I started training 5 months ago and have been hooked since day one. I had never trained before so I was relieved to find that the coaches and team members have created such a friendly and welcoming atmosphere to learn jiu jitsu. The fundamental & mixed level classes typically consist of a fair amount of beginners and seasoned practitioners, so the training is great no matter what level you are. There's a ton of mat space and the place is super clean. On top of that parking is free and easy. If you are thinking about trying jiu jitsu or are simply looking for a place to train in the area, total is the place to be! read more

Hands down the best gym/dojo ever! I will never regret enrolling here. All the Coaches are great and even my training partners. Gained genuine friends in here and I wouldn't trade it for the world. One thing I also pride myself in being at this gym is unlike other gyms(that I've read about) here at Total they don't promote you to a higher rank or just give you stripes when you don't deserve it just so you would stay with them. Professor Artin, Coach Andre and Coach Kyle also know each and everyone's name and for me that is a big plus too! We are one big happy family at Total Jiu Jitsu! read more

If you're thinking about coming in and checking it out. Do it. - Friendly staff - Clean Environment - Friendly students No egos. Just people who want to learn and help you learn. Stop scrolling through yelp. This is the place to be read more

Truly amazing. I've been some of the other gyms here in LA and it never felt right. Too many guys with something to prove or there just to hurt guys. I never felt comfortable at these gyms so I hung up my gi for a few months until I moved into the Highland Park area. I drove past Total a few times before I finally decided to reach out and couldn't be happier I did. From my initial contact with Coach Kyle to my interactions with the rest of the coaches and fellow trainees, I couldn't be happier I joined Total. Great place for beginners and a great place for more experienced guys as well. The classes are helpful and the coaches are always happy to answer questions. I can't say it enough how much I reccomend this place to anyone considering trying Jiu-Jitsu. Five stars all the way. read more

I started training here about 3 months back. It was just after they moved to this new location. The guys at Total Jiu-Jitsu are extremely professional, kind and super supportive. In life you lead by example and the the example these guys set is of the highest order. They are a class act for sure. Also, seeing how Artin (head instructor) interacts with the small kids is a sight to behold. He is so generous and patient. The kids love this guy. The mat is large, the place is clean and all the students are super cool. Check your ego at the door seems to be the mantra here. If you are looking to start Jiu Jitsu or maybe just looking for a new place to check out then I highly recommend Total Jiu-Jitsu. To Artin, Kyle, Bruno, Dan and all the students, thank you for patiently showing this old dog some new tricks. I truly appreciate all the support. You guys are the best. read more

Absolutely love this place (: the coaches and members are all super welcoming and kind. It doesn't matter if you've been training for years or you're looking to pick up a new hobby, you will fit right in and they'll make you feel at home read more

Top quality gym. Plenty of training partners at every experience level. Knowledgeable, helpful, and kind instructing staff. Large facility and mat space. I was a reasonably experienced grappler who spent a few months here while I was in town and it provided everything that I could've asked for. read more

This academy is amazing! The Professor and the coaches are all extremely attentive on the individual growth of the students. There is a strong sense of comradery among the whole team, regardless of the belt color! If you're looking on learning the art of Jiu-Jitsu but have been taken aback by the "meat-heads" or put-off by people that feel they have something to prove, well look no further and pay Total Jiu-Jitsu a visit, you will not regret it! The lessons are very technical, well-explained and demonstrated step by step. I have been training with this team since 2015 and I still get challenged to better my Jiu Jitsu on a daily basis, you will never stop learning! read more

I was looking for a local Jiu Jitsu gym for my son and found Total Jiu Jitsu on yelp. I told my son we would try 3 different gyms out and then make a decision. This gym was our first and our last. My son has had a wonderful experience here and loves it. It's really exciting to see him have a strong connection jiu jitsu. He is very enthusiastic about going 4-5 days a week. What makes this gym so great is the coaches, families (members) and the gym itself. Artin and Andre who work with the older kids are amazing along with Kyle who works with the younger ones and wow does he have patience. The coaches are always keeping it exciting with learning new techniques and also discipline which is so important. I am very happy and pleased we can across Total Jiu Jitsu. read more

I went to 3 jujitsu gyms before deciding on Total Jujitsu. My favorite thing about this place is the people. Hands down the head coach Artin is the best coaching experience I have had in all of my athletics background. The owner has contacted me several times to receive feedback on my experience because he actually cares about what their client experience is like. The students are awesome! Kids program looks like so much fun I get jealous watching it. Tons of mat space and have already added more to keep rolling comfortable and safe. Love this place. read more

We've watched our 6-year old son's confidence and discipline greatly improve in just one month of participating in classes. We're excited to see how much he grows and evolves under the instruction of this awesome team. read more

I've been to many other jiu jitsu gyms where they have their positives but some negatives as well and never felt truly comfortable training there. But once I found Total Jiu Jitsu I knew I found a school I can comfortably call my jiu jitsu home. The coaching staff is very technical and passionate about their craft and take care in making sure everyone at every level is getting the same amount of attention in their training. The facility is well managed and always clean. I never have to worry about feeling uncomfortable training there. I'm happy I found this place and look forward to continuing my jiu jitsu journey here! read more

Amazing energy here all around. Top notch coaching, welcoming, inclusive and family oriented! Not to mention-the space is kept so clean the mats sparkle!!! read more

As a long-time judoka who has always loved newaza and gotten tired of repeat judo injuries, I had been looking to transition into jiu-jitsu for a while but just hadn't found the right place. When I saw the Total Jiu-Jitsu sign on their new location and contacted them, the combination of great location, convenient schedule and receptive staff got me in the door... From then on, the awesome atmosphere, fantastic instructors, and great group of players to roll with has made me quickly addicted to the sport. Serendipity! One of those things that happen in life that just seem like they were meant to be. The coaches are knowledgeable, attentive, supportive and clearly very talented. Everyone here is friendly and the vibe is very positive. The space is bright, open, huge and inviting - a rarity as far as dojos go in my experience. Overall a fantastic place to learn the beautiful art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and get a total workout. I strongly recommend Total Jiu-Jitsu with absolutely no hesitation. read more

My Daughter began Jiu-jitsu at the age of 5 - it has strengthened her confidence in all aspects of her life. The coaches reinforce respect above all else - the students make eye contact with adults, turn and thank the parents who are there watching them - it truly feels like a community in a large city. Total Jiu-Jitsu looks to mirror the image of family amongst it's members and that is truly a gift to all those that attend, even for the parents. We love going nightly! read more

This is probably the best place to learn jiu jitsu in LA. They have an amazing coaching staff with people that have devoted their lives to learning and teaching jiu jitsu. The class sizes are usually not to big, but even if the do get large, the coaches make sure everyone understands what they are doing before moving on. Highly recommend trying it out. read more

Great people, high level techniques, kids and beginners class . Friendly and always welcoming. Clean facility. Will change your life, you'll be physically and mentally healthy read more

A very mellow Jits family. Welcomed me on the mat as one of their own with zero ego and open arms... Or course those arms were trying to strangle me... Great instructors! Great students! read more

My son has been training since April 2017. The instructors are top notch- they really care about their students; and they have been very supportive of my 15 year old son. He enjoys his classes, is always excited to try and practice a new submission on me or his sister :/. I believe this club saved my son from a destructive path. I am forever grateful to Kyle and Artin. read more

Awesome place for Jiu-Jitsu. Staff is amazing specially coach Kyle and Conner. They are very attentive , patient, respectful, and energetic with the kids. Best experience ever for my kids. Thanks to Total Jiu-Jitsu my kids are very passionate, dedicated, and love Jiu-Jitsu. The training they got at Total Jiu-Jitsu has helped them growth and become great Jiu-Jitsu practitioner read more

Total Jiu-Jitsu - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Glendale, California

My 8 year old son loved coming here. He would sometimes whine about coming but on our way home always glad he came. Place is very clean & spacious. All the instructors super cool & make you feel welcomed. read more

Honestly this is a great place to train. Excellent instruction, quality clean mats, and its a huge space. If I lived closer this would be my go to space, but I don't. Kyle and Artin have something really special here. I wish I could be a part of it. read more

Amazing school, great vibes, and good times. The instructors are very welcoming and technical. It's a great workout. Check them out!

I highly recommend this place. Their class is very fun and well organized. The instructor is very thorough and willing to explain himself again. Also, everyone is really friendly and they make you feel welcomed. read more

Our kids have done a few martial arts at different places over trhe years. This place was completely different. They created a very open warm feeling environment for our kids to learn in and actually enjoyed coming to class. read more

I was looking for a smaller jiu jitsu school that will fit my schedule and these guys have it all. With both Gi & no-Gi classes and very personal training with attention to detail I will highly recommend it. Glad to be a part of this school! read more

My 6 year old daughter has been taking jiujitsu classes at Total Jiujitsu for over a year now. The classes are perfectly scheduled during the weekdays, after school/office hours and there are also classes over the weekends. The coaches take good care of the mats keeping them very clean. They are also amazing with the kids! Each coach has a different technique that creates an overall balance that is both entertaining and instructional. Whenever classes are full, they bring on another coach to help in. Total Jijujitsu is a great place for kids with or without experience in martial arts. Kids are respectful and welcoming to new kids and the coaches not only encourage them to be disciplined when training but careful with their partners. Totally recommend!! read more

I took my son here, and even though he was a beginner and most of the other kids had experience, the teachers were so welcoming and patient that my kid really enjoyed it. We would go here every day if only it were closer to our house. read more

This was the second BJJ gym I had checked out in my neighborhood. The first one I tried was small and not super welcoming, and gi-only so I kept looking. I tried Total and bam, search over! Great facilities, plenty of mat space, knowledgable and caring coaches, welcoming and supportive team of students at all skill levels. There's classes for every one at any level: gi and no gi, kids, adult beginners, adult advanced, takedown classes, open mat. I think they are starting one geared towards women/self defense specific and I think yoga too. There's heavy bags and other equipment for cross training too. This gym has plenty to offer both the advanced BJJ practitioner and the beginner nervous to test the waters and all in between. It's been 3 or 4 months now since i started training at Total and I'm so glad I gave it a try. At first I thought "I'll try BJJ and maybe go 2 or 3 times a week" which plenty of people do and that's great and plenty to stay healthy and learn lots of jiu-jistu too...but I've found I can't stay away and am going as often as possible now...at least 5 days a week and sometimes twice in a day. I highly recommend trying Total if you're looking for a place to try out a Jiu Jitsu class to see what it's all about or if your a seasoned higher belt and looking for a new place to train. read more

I dropped by Total Jiu-Jitsu as a guest. I called in advance to let them know, and Kyle the owner was extremely friendly. I didn't have my belt with me, and they let me borrow one. Their facility is beautiful; definitely one of the largest and cleanest academies I've been in. The head instructor Artin is a total beast! More importantly he's a class act and a ton of fun to train with. The students are all tough but very kind as well. In short, if you're in Eagle Rock, go check them out! read more

I cannot stress this enough - they are a great group of people. The coaches are VERY passionate about the sport, very friendly, and are attentive to all their students. When I started training, I was smoking over a pack a day, for over five years. The coaches' and students' support has allowed me to successfully quit smoking cigarettes one year and 8 months. I love it here! read more

If your looking for a healthier lifestyle and learn self defense this is place to be. Very welcoming team starting with Kyle and his staff, they make sure you understand and enjoy your time training with lead coach Artin who is very detailed and wants you to improve. Very spacious gym and very clean also there is free parking. read more

Recently joined, but I have known the head instructor, Artin, for years. To keep it short, there's a reason I came back to learn under him. The beauty is in the details and the instruction from all the coaches is unparalleled no matter what level of skill or involvement you are planning. The students take after coach Artin. All very knowledgeable, respectful, and technical. Come see for yourself. read more

I normally don't write reviews but Total Jiu-Jitsu deserves one. I had no prior experience with Jiu-Jitsu and the coaches to the members were very welcoming and vast experience from beginners to advance. They also give first responders a discount. Thank you, Coach Kyle and Coach Artin! read more

Great place! My son and I both signed up here last year and highly recommend it for adults and kids alike.