I was staying in the area for a family vacation and wanted to get some mat time in without…read moreinconveniencing the whole family. I had reached out a few days prior to our trip and got in contact with professor Magno via phone to set up my visit. I was able to catch three 4:30 AM classes a 1 no gi and 2 gi classes. Coach Kevin teaches the early morning classes. Class is structured in a light warm up, flexible technical workshop style back and forth with a partner, techniques, then free rolling. Coach Kevin does a great job of teaching. The early morning crew are a great group of guys: I felt welcome the second I walked into the gym. Thank you everyone for the rolls and hospitality! Look forward to seeing y'all again!

My 8 Y/O son joined this gym with no experience and very little athletic experience at all. The…read morecoaches here embraced him immediately and have made this so fun!! My son is learning discipline, sportsmanship and so much more.

Coach Phil and Coach Brady and their instructor team were incredible teachers. Their passion and…read moregrit helped me develop myself to train better. When i went to cancel i just had to email the office and they were super accomidating and closed my account down with no problem. Its on you!

If you try to cancel they still charge you. I got charged 2x more after canceling. Had to file a…read moredispute with my bank. Don't bother joining unless you never plan on leaving.

So glad I found this place for my kiddos!…read more The coaches are incredibly kind and welcoming, and the same goes for the parents and students. It truly feels like a community, which I love. My kids are having such a great time, not only learning self-defense, but also making new friends and bonding with amazing coaches. Couldn't be happier!

I had the pleasure of training here for almost a year and it's by far the best training experience…read moreI had. I came in with a small striking foundation and in a short time i was able to make a lot of improvement and in the meantime started BJJ. Top notch coaching. But my biggest takeaway from CSD was the "community" there. Didn't matter your skill level everyone was there to train and have a good time. From the guys fighting often to the ones stepping on the mats for the first time everyone was welcomed and embraced like family. Forever thankful to CSD for making me fall in love with MMA.

I can't say enough good things about Gracie Barra Huntington Beach. Tonight honestly exceeded my…read moreexpectations in every way. My son hasn't been super interested in activities lately, so I came in hoping for the best but unsure how it would go. Within minutes, I could see a shift. The instructors made him feel comfortable, included, and confident right away. The energy in the room is something special supportive, disciplined, but still fun. It truly feels like a community, not just a class. We signed up immediately, and I'm so grateful we found this place.

Gracie Barra is a perfect 10 out of 10 every time…read more "No, I don't like that" is a huge part of our daughter's vocabulary, so our goal was for her to begin training in some form of mixed martial arts. We wanted to pick a studio that promoted confidence and constant resilience because she is a very strong-willed young lady. We tried 5 different studios, and to be honest, none of them stood out to us like GB did. Being the tiger mom I am, I want my daughter to try new things, work past her laziness, and know that quitting is never an option. I love that Gracie gives structure and instills a strong work ethic and respectfulness, which was a huge factor in why I chose GB for our daughter--the way they run their program, the way each coach gets down to the children's eye level, and how they expect children to always give it their best. The coaches, Professor, and Nathalia were supportive throughout the entire process. They never pressured our daughter into anything she was uncomfortable with. Although it took about a month for her to fully adjust to the training routine, Coach Curren quickly became our favorite coach. His calm, encouraging presence helps all the children feel at ease and confident during their sessions. Gracie Barra HB is definitely the adopted family you want your kids to have because they're absolutely the best! I recommend them to our friends all the time, and now another family has their girls training with them too.

I took my son to try out and saw how amazing and very technically training the kids. My son had…read moretrained somewhere else for 2 years and we moved so I tried this place. I can definitely compared that the kids here were more technically better. Where my son previous place was more play and easier. I ended not to enrolled due to my work schedule but I would in the future and would recommend it.

This place is a real deal. I have always wanted to do martial art but were skeptical of what's out…read morethere, and worried about the safety of my hands since I work with my hands as a professional. I have always felt welcomed and under no pressure when I go there. I got hands-on training and the black-belt master was never shy to show me moves and advice. This place is legit and the master is very passionate in what he does. Free try-out, no commitment (well for now, but things seem to pick up pretty fast now). Got nothing to lose, so try it out!! BTW, kids' classes are fun and great ways to keep them youngsters off the phones. My boys had a blast.

Do NOT Trust these people, signed up for a 6 month class, have been getting charged for over a year…read moredue to them continuning to charge me even though I never went. A simple mistake that they now will not reimburse me for, they have you send an email to cancel to a closed email account to further fusterate you. DO NOT GO HERE PLEANTY OF GOOD OPTIONS IN AREA

Our family recently made the switch to Matadero Garden Grove after training and competing in jiu…read morejitsu for several years--and we couldn't be happier. We chose Matadero because we know other members who have consistently seen great results, and after just a short time here, it's clear why. The coaching is top-tier: experienced, attentive, and well-structured with a great coach-to-kid ratio, which means personalized, high-quality instruction. The culture is welcoming and laid-back, making it a place our whole family genuinely looks forward to spending time at. The class schedule is also well thought out, making it easy to stay consistent and keep improving. We're proud to be part of the Matadero community!

Visited this school when I was in town for training. Had a great time. Great instructors and…read moreenvironment. Will be back.

i've been training at garden grove jiujitsu for almost a decade now, AMAZING gym the professors are…read moreSUPER great over all everyone is super chill and nice place is great if your looking to meet new people and train as a hobby of self defense!

It's been over 2 years since I first stepped foot into the gym. I've moved far away and tried out…read moreother gyms, but have not found a gym on the same level as Edwin's. This is the most kind and understanding owner around. He teaches all the meta in jiu jitsu while still being a good person. The gym feels like home and everyone in it is extremely kind and accommodating for people of all level. Oh, and the level of instruction is top notch. Edwin has a great explanation of every question or idea you have. I came back to the gym despite moving further away. You will definitely LEARN jiu jitsu while also being in a very good environment. The environment part is also extremely hard to find, especially in combat sports.

The atmosphere of this gym is super chill and non-intimidating. Everyone I've met has been friendly…read moreand supportive! I like that Edwin spends a bit of extra time giving detailed explanations and answering questions, explaining WHY you do or don't do something and not just how to do it. He's great at breaking down complex movements into digestible pieces and suggesting tweaks to improve your technique. He tailors advice for every student depending on many things - different body types, personal goals, current injuries, whatever you can think of. I feel like I have made quicker progress at this gym compared to other places because of this. It's a small gym at this point in time; a lot of the classes feel almost like private sessions. It's a hidden gem! Definitely drop by if you're in the area, whether you've been doing bjj your whole life or if you're interested in trying out for the first time! I felt comfortable to roll during the trial class as a small woman. The people at The Grappling Lab make sure all students feel safe. Also offers best pricing in the area :)