I've been training here for over 1-year and it's an overall outstanding BJJ gym! Thanks to coach Tyler and Don, who have been very welcoming and patient (even when I'm running late into classes!) Highly recommend anyone looking to try it out or serious competitors looking to up their game. Oss. read more

Vitor is an exceptional teacher with such a mastery of knowledge of jiu-jitsu. Each morning, Vitor gifts us with such meticulous jiu-jitsu details. He watches us and advises us so patiently. Vitor skillfully arranges training partners to challenge the competitors and protect those with injuries so that everybody can work hard, improve their jiu-jitsu, and learn. Caio invests so much time and energy into making precise videos for our learning. I really appreciate how much he cares about our jiu-jitsu. The academy is really the cleanest, nicest academy I've ever trained in. Caio even put ergonomic chairs and desks for us to study and places for families to sit. He cares about the environment very much. He even had the team create a wall after a truck drove into the academy, just to make sure that nobody missed training, which is so important for our mental and physical health. Is your gi still wet from training the day before? Did your best floofy buddy submit your gi? Don't worry -- there are loaner gis for you to borrow. Just get to the academy and train. read more

I'll be here waiting for you to try the best jiujitsu experience ever !! Until I make it to heaven Please come everyone is invited to make your life better and blessed 2 free classes and 1 loaner gi .. My beautiful community is your's we are better together read more

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You are not going to find a better place for your child! My daughter love it here and they started as teenagers! 2 teen girls who love a male dominated sport tells you everything! Amazing stuff! Amazing place! read more

Caio Terra Academy is an excellent place to train. The instruction is thoughtful and effective, and the atmosphere is friendly and respectful. People of all ages and backgrounds are welcomed and supported. Whether you're training to compete at a high level or just looking to get in shape and learn self-defense, this is a place where your time and effort will pay off. read more

This is my son's second time of being a guest here. My son is a high level competitor on the youth side of jiu jitsu. Every time we travel he insists on going here. He trained 5 hours here last night after doing 5 hours of wrestling camp. The gym is in immaculate condition it's extremely clean and well maintained. The mats are always being cleaned before and after every use. Every one is extremely friendly and welcoming to outsiders. There are no clicks or groups on the mat everyone is accepting and offering you to drill and roll and train. Professor Caio is probably one of the most passionate person about his craft being jiu jitsu that I have ever known. He is always at the gym and making sure it's running to perfect standards whether it's helping the beginner class answering questions just making sure everything is dialed in. This is a total professional dialed in establishment on all fronts. I truthfully cannot think of anything that is not dialed in. The technique that is taught here is best in the world hands down. My son was very fortunate and was an absolute privilege and honor to be able to spend a few days here. Thankful to the front desk staff the coaches and Professor Caio for letting my son train here and will always be sincerely thankful. Also a huge shout out to Nick Peyton is sincerely thankful! read more

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I had the honor of trying some classes at CTA about a year ago and was impressed with both the quality of instruction, the approachability and attitude of the practitioners, and the cleanliness and level of comfort of the training space. CTA has a top notch Brazilian jiujitsu curriculum that is taught here and many of the nearby affiliates. Each class is about an hour that includes warm ups, drills, and sparring. Depending on when you train there is also some time for open mat. During my trial class I was paired with a purple belt who did an excellent job as an ambassador of the gym. He walked me through some of the more advanced techniques during drilling and also answered a lot of my questions about the gym. The instructor taught some techniques that are highly applicable in a self defense or sport context. Sparring was fun, with a strong focus on technique. I recommend this gym to anyone who is either interested in starting or who has some experience in the art. read more

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I've trained here for about 2.5 years and can't imagine training anywhere else. Great curriculum, really amazing collection of coaches, and an environment that is really welcoming. If you're interested in jiu jitsu, I'd highly recommend coming in. read more

This review is for the Kids Jiu Jitsu and CT FIT classes. The review is long overdue and if I could rate this place 10 stars, I would. My son started Jiu Jitsu here 4 years ago when he was 4 years old. At the time, I didn't know anything about the sport. Instead I was just looking for an exhausting activity for him in a fun, safe environment. CTA was the perfect fit. The coaches here are passionate about the sport and have lots of experience to share with their students. Jiu Jitsu has been amazing for my son. First, classes are such confidence boosters - which make him an undesirable target for bullies anywhere. Second, post pandemic, a lot of kids need some help with social emotional development. This place hits the spot. The classes have an excellent mix of ages and skill levels, and everyone is learning how to interact respectfully. Third, the coaches foster an environment of belonging and friendly competition. The reward is learning a new skill/technique and growing as a person not the color of your belt. Now, one of my absolute favorite things is CT FIT. The scheduling is perfect for parents having their kids in Jiu Jitsu because the CT FIT classes are at the same time!! They also offer morning classes on most days. The equipment is top notch and the coaches are committed and professional. Taking these classes has been instrumental in my recovery from injuries. The coaches have been nothing but supportive and helping me adjust the workouts to my level. Although I have seen a bunch of gyms and trainers in the past, nothing compares to CT FIT. I enjoy the small group training atmosphere with students of all ages and abilities. It's super! read more

Been training here for three years after my first gym closed during quarantine. Have been really impressed by how professional and how knowledgeable all of the instructors are(shout out to Coach Vitor) Everyone looks out for beginners--instructors and other people training--it's welcoming for folks who want to focus on completing and for folks who appreciate the community of people wanting to learn and challenge themselves. The 6:15am classes are the best way to start your weekday read more

Great place to not only learn BJJ, but also make friends. Nick + Caio run a great operation here. One thing i really appreciate about this school is the the thoroughly designed curriculum, it takes a very methodical approach to learning BJJ which in turn makes you more capable student. If you're new to BJJ I'd recommend starting with the intro to bjj courses, coach Don is the best and super passionate about helping people learn. happy rolling read more

Been a member for coming up on a year, and this is hands down the best Jiu Jitsu Academy in the Bay Area. Great facilities, great staff, but above all training BJJ with amazing and competent teachers is life changing. Humbling, but life changing. Do yourself a favor: take a free Intro class, then do it for six months just to see what you think. read more

HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend CTA. I started with no experience with jiu-jitsu and everyone was welcoming and helpful. When I say everyone, I mean EVERYONE, all the professors, and everyone at all belt levels. Everyone is very nice and they create an environment where everyone is helping each other learn. Their schedule is great, different times throughout the day and week, perfect to fit your schedule. I primarily go to the 6:15am classes with Prof. Vitor and he is an amazing coach. He answers every single question from everyone, this man is a master of the craft. He loves his job because every class, he really puts in the effort and watches everyone, constantly observing and looking to improve everyone's skill. I've gone to other classes with other professors and they are all very descriptive with the technique and catch every detail. After here for about 2 years, the number 1 comment I hear from people is how detailed the instruction is at CTA compared to other academies. How universal moves in the sport are taught at a level of precision that separates CTA from everywhere else. Please check out CTA, even if your visiting town, get a class in, get a good roll, and make some new friends, you won't regret it! And don't forget to check out all their affiliate academies. read more

I've been a member for 7 years. It's clean multiple classes every day. There is something for everyone from crazy good comp class to chill classes for us older people. read more

wont let you train if you get there a bit late after paying them 300 bucks to train. they also make you buy their $60 rashguard to train no gi. It has to be theirs so they can rob your money if not you cant train. even though a rashguard is 10$ at walmart, they really try to rob you. caio is never there and the instructors are low tier level you cant even find their records online except vitor paschoal who lost 20+ times and only won 8 times. not worth $300 or anything near that. read more

World champions. Beginner friendly. Fun and safe gym culture. Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend classes to accommodate busy schedules. CTA has it all. Whether you are looking to be a jiu jitsu world champion, hobbyist, or somewhere in between, this is the best place to train. Having world champions at the gym brought me in the door for a free trial, but the amazing training partners are what made me stay. Each instructor genuinely loves teaching the art to practitioners of all levels. read more

Caio Terra Academy - Intermediate class with Coach Gabriel - Self-defense Classes Near Me - San Jose, California

If you are looking for a top level Jiujitsu school in the Bay Area, you need to give Caio Terra Academy a try. They have 2 free trial classes for you to see if it's a good fit for you. My kids started training here and it looked so fun that I signed up shortly after. My kids are older now, 13 and 15, and this is what we do together during the week. It's really my bonding time with my kids. The school and people here have become my second family. The culture is exceptional because everyone is very supportive of each other. Everyone has their own reason for training, such as learning self-defense, losing weight, train to compete, etc. and they have something for everyone. It's not uncommon to be training with world champions on a daily basis. It's no wonder I see people travel from literally all over the world to come here to train for even a week or two at the school. The curriculum and attention to detail is what I love most. Within the first year of training here, I signed up my kids to compete to test themselves. They were able to win gold or make it to the podium in a lot of their competitions. And I firmly believe that it's all because of the strong fundamentals curriculum and supportive coaches there. My shy kids are now more outgoing and more confident than ever. I can write forever on why I believe this is one of the best Jiujitsu schools in the World. But don't just take my word for it. Give it a try with their free trial sessions and you can thank me later :). I've been training there for a little over 4 years now and I don't see myself stopping. Please say hi if you stop by, as I love meeting and training with new people. We are ONE TEAM-ONE FAMILY. read more

Caio Terra Academy - Self-defense Classes Near Me - San Jose, California

I've been to a lot of gyms but Caio Terra Academy has a clean and inviting atmosphere that blew me away when I first attended. I also liked that classes were spread through the day which makes it easy to find a class that works with even the busiest schedules. The students are incredibly friendly and hard working and the instructors are knowledgeable and quick to answer any technique questions. Professor Caio Teaches regularly but even when he doesn't he does a great job of monitoring the program and the other instructors. I started training here as a purple belt and it felt like I was relearning Jiu Jitsu due to the level of technical detail in Professor Caio's curriculum. I believe there is a gym for everyone and this one feels like home. read more

Caio Terra Academy - Caio Terra Academy was the first place I took my buddy from out of town to. The training was amazing! - Self-defense Classes Near Me - San Jose, California

Great jiu jtsu gym. Lots of space with 2 big mats. Tried other gyms but they are not even as close as good as CTA.

I trained here for over three years and had to leave 6 months ago because I moved out of state. Since moving I have found very good gym that I am happy with. Having said that, nothing can compare to my experience at Caio Terra Academy. The level of instruction and attention to detail here is first rate. All of the coaches are excellent instructors. You will be comfortable here from beginner to high level. There is so much mat space. This is a very clean Gym and they have cultivated a healthy culture of friendly people who help you train and improve. Caio Terra Academy is a world class gym and I miss it. I look forward to visiting my home town so I can drop in. read more

Great place, VERY clean, lots of space, great atmosphere and nice people. They have a cool gym area also even though I didn't get to use it.

I was impressed right away when visiting Caio Terra Academy. The academy itself is spacious and clean but the level of instruction was absolutely incredible, especially from Professor Caio who teaches regularly during the evening classes I've attended. Overall a great place to train! read more

Dropped my kids in for some rolls to prepare for a competition and this gym is awesome from the gym itself to the coaches. I can't thank Nick and coach Don enough for letting my kids drop in on short notice to roll. read more

I have been training at CTA for almost 2 months and I am extremely pleased with the entire experience for both me and my 5 year old son so far. Everyone from my fellow students to the instructors, to even the gym owners were super friendly and welcoming to us right from the start. The quality of the instructors, including the professor Caio Terra himself, form an incredibly strong coaching team and so it's no surprise that this is quite a popular gym. In comparing this gym to others that I have trained at, the popularity also allows CTA to run better program offerings, such as separating Fundamentals classes (intro & beginner) from their Advanced formats - super appealing to me as a beginner to jiu-jitsu. They offer Gi and No-Gi classes, and another unique thing is that there is a Judo school that is run within CTA that you also have the option to train at for an additional cost. Also, in the kids classes, there are plenty of students within each age band, and so you don't see them mixing really small kids with much older and larger kids due to low attendance numbers like I've seen at other gyms. There are also at least 2-3 instructors for each kids class, and so my son always gets a ton of attention and supervision. He's loving his classes so far and is having a ton of fun. The facility is surprisingly spotless at all times and there are 2 separated rooms that allows different classes to run simultaneously. Also, the month-to-month format to their membership is really flexible and eliminates the fear of being locked into a long contract. Hands down CTA is an amazing place to train jiu-jitsu! read more

Caio Terra Academy is hands down the best place to train in Northern CA (if not the whole state of CA). Very professional, organized and all classes are taught by world class coaches who are enthusiastic and positive. Caio Terra has created an amazing atmosphere that ranges from hobbyists to multiple world champions. I can't recommend CTA highly enough. If you have serious BJJ goals, or are just looking to get back into shape, they'll have a good program for you!!! read more

This is by far one the best, first class Brazilian jiu jitsu academy's in probably all the world. I have bjj globetrotted the world and this place is amazing. If you live in the area, I suggest to train here. OSS read more

I was traveling for business and my instructor called in and asked if I could do a drop in. It is filled with a great group of people. I only had time to drop in the advance class and there were white belts there and Vitor was teaching and said he's okay with it if I were. Everyone including Vitor was extremely welcoming and humble for the most part. In the end, a blue belt sat down and showed me his signature choke and gave me something to take home for sure! I'd definitely go back, everyone else was extremely cool. read more

Hands down a very solid gym to train in grappling in. You have highly devoted and humble practioners here constantly training and improving on their BJJ and/or Judo game. Everyone is very helpful and I found it easy to get up to speed in learning BJJ by being in this studio. As someone who has trained in multiple dojos was a no-brainer to join. If you're a competitor, then there's several people that train hours daily here so you'll easily find people to train BJJ in. The only downer is the parking. It's a really tough place to park in and you definitely have to come in earlier to make it on time. read more

Let me tell you, Caio Terra Academy it is real deal. You are train side by side, head to head with the best in the world! Wanna take more serious about jiu jitsu, that is the spot in North Cal. Wanna learn about fundamentals Techniquecs, that is the spot. Wanna push yourself and find really awesome people? Sign up and train, yes you can. read more

Love training here! So much fun and technique, not very far from downtown to replenish on food and calories after a hard training session. read more

This review is long overdue. I used to live in San Jose for more than a decade & I can say with the utmost confidence that this BJJ school has the absolute best instructors in the area. They cater to women, children & families mostly, but there are also some very high caliber BJJ players that train out of this academy as well. If you want 2 learn from the best, check this school out. You will not be disappointed! There are early morning classes for those early bird types & an open mat every weekend for the weekend warrior. read more

My son is practicing here. The atmosphere is welcoming and the instructors are wonderful and genuine. Caio Terra is a champion on and off the mat, truly a gentle hearted guy with an incredible passion for jiu-jitsu. I'm happy to have my son learning with him. Enjoy! read more

I have had the pleasure of spending the past week at Caio Terra. I am from Utah, but wanted to experience a REAL BJJ gym. I cannot compliment this place enough!!! The staff is AMAZING, going out of their way to make your time there a positive one. The instruction is WORLD CLASS, and the people who go there are the finest, most respectful, folks I have ever met. I HIGHLY recommend Caio Terra for children, adults, beginners, and professional level BJJ practitioners. You will not find a better place to train ANYWHERE!!! read more

By far and away the best BJJ gym. Very professional, organized and world class coaches.

I have been training here off and on since 2012 I gladly drive from Pleasant Hill to San Jose you get the best training in the Bay Area! Super family environment and if you're just a regular Joe looking to learn jiu-jitsu and meet cool people it's a great place or if you're a high-level competitor and professional level athlete this is definitely the place to be! The academy is beautiful and they have everything you need to succeed in the sport and help you succeed in life! read more

I've been training at CTA for a little over two years. Mostly the early morning classes. All of the instructors are world class competitors and very good pedagogues to boot. As a student, that's what is important, a teacher who loves sharing his passion and answer questions... and no complaint there. On top of that, as a father, having early classes (6:30am) is a blessing. I wouldn't be able to train everyday otherwise. And what better way to wake up than share the mat with a group a friends who share the same passion for the gentle art? I can't think of any :) read more

I've been here for about a year now, and I have enjoyed every moment here. I really feel like I can call this place my home away from home. The students and teachers here are the real deal. They're dedicated, helpful, and friendly. The teachers here are very accommodating to new students. Unlike some schools I've seen where they just throw you into the lion's pit, the people here will try to help you out. If you have questions, someone will be willing to answer them. The philosophy here is that technique conquers all, and it really shows in their instructions. Compared to other school's I've been to, none of them have gone into the level of detail that you see here. I learn something new every class. Also if you're looking into the kids program, it looks like a great program I wish I had done as a kid. I've seen their class prior to mines, and the kids always look like they're having a great time. There's a lot of energy, but at the same time they teach them discipline as well. read more

Caio Terra Academy provides an amazing program for kids! I've noticed a remarkable difference in my 6 year old son's demeanor and behavior in the last 10 months. Professor Kim is such a wonderful balance for the kids. He emphasizes teaching respect along with technique. I love that although they are age appropriate, they are serious about teaching these kids technique. I can go on and on. I'm thrilled that my 7 year old daughter is now enrolling in this program. We are so fortunate to be a part of this academy!! read more

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After 20+ years in wrestling, I started Jiu Jitsu on the advice of a friend. Not knowing anything about Jits, I did an internet search and decided to try out the first academy I could find that was close to home. Little did I know how much that simple search would end up changing my life (thank you Google!). From the first minute I walked in the door I was welcomed and treated like a longtime friend and colleague. The positive energy and collaborative spirit I felt on my first day had me hooked! The sense of community and camaraderie between the students and professors, regardless of ability level, truly makes Caio Terra Academy a second home to anyone joins. The professors are not just world class competitors, they are empathetic educators who focus on helping each individual reach their potential. Caio, Yuri, Vitor, Flavio and staff are not just passionate about making their students the best Jiu Jitsu players they can be, they also strive to help us be the best people we can be in all that we do! It's this aspect of the Academy that I feel sets it above the rest. Oh, and the facility is amazing too, with multiple mat areas, changing rooms, showers... Whether you're a former wrestler like me looking for a new challenge, someone looking for athletic, character-building activity for yourself or your kids, or someone that is looking to take their game to the next level, Caio Terra Academy has you covered. I feel very fortunate to live where I do... OSS! read more

Best Jiu Jitsu Academy in the area. No nonsense payment system, no contracts. Great culture with a wide variety of practitioners, kids and adults, from hobbyists to world champions. read more