Wonderful community of people. We were their first students when they opened and years later we are…read morestill here. The instructors are knowledgeable and kind. The student body is uplifting and you truly gain a second family.

Great instructors-patient and hard working. They attend to every student with courtesy and…read moreencouragement.

Bottom line: If you are in any way thinking about trying BJJ…read moreor relocating to a new gym and living anywhere near this place, head over today and try out a class. If you don't, you'll just be that much older when you finally do. I dropped in for a class while on vacation with my family in Cambria. Brent Dugan, owner and instructor here could not have been more welcoming, which is the hallmark of a great gym in my opinion. I came for the 6 am class so not a lot of folks in just yet, the mats were very clean and the gym has a lot of room. We spoke a bit about my experience level and he went into detail about what to expect with the class. The instruction in the class was very clear and easy to understand. I really liked the way Brent broke down the steps into the basic move we were working on that day, then finishing the move, and finally what it's going to look like in real rolling, reviewing possible reactions and counters. The welcoming feeling continued from Brent to all of the rest of the members of the class. Finding rolling partners during free-roll was easy, which isn't always the case being a larger person, and each partner had great technique and was quick to reset after a tap, ready to go. I felt no ego rolling which can be difficult for some newbies or visitors. Brent, Simon, Clint, Kirk, Kevin, and the rest, thank you for the time this week!

I can't recommend this place enough. I live in San Francisco but come back to town to see family a…read morefew times a year. Whenever I do, I drop into Paragon, which also has studios in SLO and Atascadero. (They have another location in Arroyo Grande, but I haven't made it down there yet.) All the locations have the same things going for them: huge, clean mats, consistent high level instruction, and wonderful people to train with at all levels of experience. Chris and Mallory, who run the gym, always remember me when I come to town and and always make me feel totally at home. Over the years, I've seen a ton of new people come in, often from the local college, and they're welcomed with the same great energy that I am. Highly recommend this place for anyone. Whether you're a first-day white belt or a long-time black belt, you will have a blast.

All I can say is that it was a joy sharing a mat with Jeremy and the rest of the coaches. These…read moreguys are professionals, very courteous and polite. If you guys looking for a good gym and some good flow rolls paragon BJJ is where is it at ! Can't wait till next time.

On a family road trip up the coast and part of the plan was to let our kids cross train while we…read morevacay. My kids are very competitive and all we hoped for was the kids to get in some good rolls and learn a technique or two. Decided to hit up local gyms near our hotel location and found Paragon Atascadero, a city we never even heard of. We set everything up through text message with a lady named Mallory and just like that the appointment was set. The gym is located inside a fitness gym which is pretty unique to us. Once we walked in, the lady in the front desk welcome us with open arms. Professor Chris was so welcoming, it was like we already knew each other. I can tell this man loves the art of Jiu Jitsu and the further development of it, in this area. We were the only Asian family in there but everybody that spoke to us was so welcoming and friendly. It was a small town but the people had giant hearts. This is all based off one visit and we got exactly what we were looking for. There is tons of potential for this place to grow. The mat space is huge, it's clean and the professor and coaches seemed very caring. My kids are grey belts, competed in many tournaments and won lots of medals. We been to many gyms to cross train all over Southern California and based off my own assessment, this gym is a must join if you live in the area. Highly recommended.

Great place to train and visit, everyone is so friendly. Skill level is top tier! A+read more

I was visiting SLO and wanted to get some cross training in. Luckily, I was able to drop in at this…read moregym. The mat space is huge and the coaches are extremely knowledgeable. I had some great rolls with the students and really enjoyed the training. Both the instructors and the members made me feel very welcome. I definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area!

My girlfriend and I were in town for the weekend and decided to drop in for the Saturday All Levels…read moreclass. We were pleased to be greeted by Professor Mallory and Professor Chris who made the experience very welcoming. Nothing but good vibes and great training. Thank you so much for having us!

I've dropped into this gym a couple of times now, when I'm vacationing in the area. Fun and…read morefriendly gym. Looks nice and it's clean. I'm a black belt and I've been training for about 16 years, so I've been around long enough to know what I'm talking about. Would recommend

My son will be starting next week, and the owner has already been incredibly responsive,…read moreaccommodating, and helpful. I'm excited for him to begin jiu-jitsu and develop discipline, confidence, and emotional control. The facility is clean and well organized, the coaches were kind, and the children in class seemed to be having a great time. We're looking forward to him getting started!

If you've been debating on starting, or what gym to join, start here. Team Moreira is not just a…read moreJiu Jitsu academy, it is also a safe learning environment with a huge family. The way the coaches bring a move to life, breaking down every movement, to an understandable and duplicatable process has brought great strides to those just staring out. This is not a throw you to the wolves gym, this is a learn together, drill, repeat space, allowing confidence to grow before performance. I have attended each coaches classes, and there are so many benefits to all of them! Join us, and bring your kids! The whole family will benefit from the discipline and techniques! This is not a quick fight, this is a years long battle, and I'm so excited to have joined the tribe!

I would highly recommend Gracie Nipomo to anyone interested in learning jujitsu on the Central…read moreCoast.The facility is Super clean highly organized and professional.Jeff and his team make sure everyone feels safe challenged and part of the Gracie Nipomo family.If you ever thought about giving Juijitsu a chance this is your place whether you are a young guy or an old guy who is young at heart like myself. Robbie Domingues Chief Surf Officer Esteem Surf Company

My younger two children have been attending Gracie's Bullyproof program for the past few months so…read morefar (as well as did a summer camp with them). They have been enjoying it very much and learning a lot. Jeff is very patient and keeps the atmosphere fun for all the kids. The facility is very clean and well maintained.

I started training jiujitsu in May of this year at 59 years of age. Sensei Albert, Sensei Raymond…read moreare great to work with and have been a great help. I highly encourage people of all ages to come check it out. You will get a great workout, meet a lot of nice people and get in great shape. I joined because I wanted to improve my self defense skills and it is paying off for sure!

Top notch. Professor Albert is unmatched. Great training environment. Great family atmosphere…read moreand team oriented culture. Challenging while providing every person the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive in a supportive training and learning atmosphere. No matter where you are in your Jiu Jitsu journey, Carlson Gracie Central Coast has plenty to offer and help you thrive.

I was in town for two days on business (military) and was looking for a box to drop in on and am…read moreglad to have picked Crossfit paso from Yelp. After calling and leaving a message, Sonjia called me back and ensured I knew the names of the coaches who would be holding the classes I was interested in. The location is easy to find, right off the 101, and is tucked at the end of a cul de sac/parking lot. It is much larger inside than it appears from out which was surprising. Plenty of quality equipment, pull-up/rack stations and a large padded floor. They also have an office area where the kids can hang-out while you get your sweat on. Faith taught the night class and Tyler taught the early morning class. Each time there were small groups of other members who were of varying fitness and experience levels who were all very friendly, fun and also focused. I particularly liked Faith's stretching/flexibility/mobility training. I am teased at my home gym because i cant barely touch my toes, but she helped point out some ways i can get more out of my stretches with minor changes in body position which really worked. I also met Sonjia that night before leaving and really enjoyed speaking with her. She made me feel welcome, which is one of the most important factors in selecting a long or short term gym. I will definitely be back next time i am in the area, and will recommend this box to anyone else travelling through Paso....

I was in town for the weekend and happened to find Paso Fit while looking for a workout class. The…read moreowner was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. It was such a refreshing change to experience a neighborhood-style gym with a real family vibe--so different from the corporate setups we're used to in the city (while offering all the same things) . Absolutely recommend this place to locals and anyone passing through town!