My daughters and I, have been training at Gracie Fighter Vacaville for 3 years. My daughters have…read moremade a lot of friends in gym and watching them grow in confidence and increase their physical abilities has been amazing to watch. Andre and Kastania are awesome at coaching the art. Other gyms are not as progressive and do not evolve the training curriculum. Andre and Kastania are great at staying in touch with local and national level BJJ scene. They are always looking for opportunities for students to compete in competitions and hold a number of BJJ seminars throughout the year. They have coached their two children in BJJ for over 10 years and understand how to teach complex submissions to young minds. Jason Wong is a high level competitor (Brown Belt) and kids instructor. He has his Black Belt in Judo, and teaches the kids more than just ground work. He ensures that the kids learn discipline and respect of the art. Coach Buck is a former college wrestler who is actively coaching in high school, middle school, and youth wrestling programs. There are a lot of colored belts with extensive backgrounds in LEO/military/Fire at this location. The location is kept is kept clean, water fountain for the kids to fill up water bottles. Team gear is available for purchase. Week long trial classes are offered for kids or adults looking at entering a martial art. Loaner Gi's are available!

I've only been going to Team Alpha for maybe two months and it already feels like home. The coach's…read moreare kind and the environment is way better than my old gym. The gyms are spotless and I agree with the rules they have. Team Alpha teaches you what you need to know and there are everyday kids classes, if you really commit to going, it's so worth it! The gym is a little small but the love and warmth radiating from the gym is thousands of times bigger. I highly recommend this gym for adults and kids, hope I see you at the gym! -Aomi

Professor Ramos and Coach Lester are amazing with the kids. My 5 year old started 4 months ago…read morewith the baby sharks and loved it. He quickly made his way to the 6-9 year old class and with Professor's guidance he jumped on into competing allowing him to earn a silver metal. For context my kid is really shy and quiet. Being at APEX has allowed him to feel more comfortable opening up and has gained a lot of confidence in the short time that he has been there. My husband and I enjoy how welcoming the environment is for us as parents and the kids are also welcoming and help each other out in order to get better. Professor Ramos is very gentle, patient, and observing in every kids individual level. He teaches them fundamentals, and technique as well as how to stay focus. For adults: i personally really enjoy going for myself. I started off with some private lessons with professor Ramos to get some basics. He was very patient with me and allowed me to feel comfortable starting my journey at 35 years old. I also joined in on the women's class which is filled with such incredible women who teach me something new at every class. I started attending the 630am class and it's been so much fun. Everyday is a challenge and a learning lesson. I leave Apex with a solid workout and a feeling of accomplishment and determination to do better next time. But one thing that is consistent are the amazing people and their support. The gym is very clean, mats are always being cleaned. Overall a wonderful place, I really would recommend to everyone to check it out. Can't wait for what the future holds for our kid, one thing is for sure, he'll keep on learning a life skill from one the best, professor Ramos.

Joining Apex was one of the best choices my family has made! Everyone has enjoyed it- our kids who…read moreare 3,6, and 12- as well as my husband and I! A welcoming family environment mixed with expert teaching!!

We love the owners and warm family environment! We are signing our daughter up! Great quality…read moreexperience.

The respect and the way they train people is amazing. They're very patient even with older people…read more It's a great place to work out and feel good about it.

Great class, awesome trainers & coaches! Learned alot about the fundamentals of striking, movement,…read moreshoulder/leg positioning. The coaches here are awesome at what they do!!

Great communication. My kid is enjoying the classes. Clean, friendly environment. Professional…read more Teaching real life skills for self defense.

This is THE place to train in Solano County if your focus is no gi Jiu Jitsu/submission grappling,…read moreyou're a wrestler who wants to supplement your training off-season, you're hoping to build self-defense skills, or you are simply looking for a really fun way to improve your cardio, strength, and mobility. There are so many reasons I have chosen to train at this gym. To summarize: 1. Coach Nick is well-versed in the constraints-led approach to training, a format that is quickly gaining support in the grappling community due to its capacity for promoting problem solving and creative thinking, rather than simply replicating "moves" that may or may not work in a particular situation (and often don't). I feel strongly that had I started my training years ago with this approach, I would have a much broader skill set. 2. The atmosphere at this gym is fun, supportive, and encourages a humble approach to learning, including by way of making "mistakes." As one of my daughter's school teachers loves to say, "Mistakes make your brain grow." If you don't make mistakes, are you actually learning anything? This is not a gym where you will be scoffed at for doing something "wrong." Trying new solutions and thinking outside of the box are encouraged. 3. At this gym you're not going to encounter silly rules disguised as tradition, like having to line up by belt rank, or lower belts not being "allowed" to ask upper belts to roll with them. Ego has no place here. 4. Classes are scheduled for an hour and you are actually going to get an hour of training. Classes start and end on time and you won't be directed to engage in a 10-15 minute warmup that is irrelevant to the skills of grappling and honestly a waste of time. Yes, we warm up, but it is by getting right to work. 5. This is a no gi only gym. You will not encounter anyone telling you that you have to train in the gi in order to learn Jiu Jitsu or promote in rank. Before this gym opened I was looking all over Solano and neighboring counties for a no gi gym. There weren't any...until Apex Grappling. In the time since this gym opened my skills have increased exponentially. I can't say enough good things about Coach Nick and Apex Grappling.

Some guys were robbing me, so I went inside this gym and trained for 2 years. I made 1 friend,…read morewhich was my dad. Then I came back and beat the robbers. The food is expensive.

I have been training Brazilian Jiu-jitsu at California Combat Academy for 8 months & I'm absolutely…read moreaddicted! Sensei Silvestre is an extremely dynamic teacher & trains us to be not just martial artists, but "good" people. CCA feels like one giant Family with everyone supporting each other, from children, teens & adults. I would highly recommend training Brazilian Jiu-jitsu at the California Combat Academy! Brian Riley

Best Jiu Jitsu Professor I've ever had. I've trained BJJ all over the country while in the Marine…read moreCorps and Mr. Cardoso is hands down the very best. He is a natural teacher and amazing with the kids. The academy is growing fast! OSSSSSS!

From the owner: At Atlas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu we are a family, and our school is bound to become our students’…read moresecond home. We are a judgment-free zone, where mistakes are viewed as growth opportunities and your instructors and fellow students are your #1 supporters. You’ll learn a lot of impressive skills and gain many new abilities at Atlas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but the most important thing you’ll acquire during your time here? Our community.

Fun, friendly one big happy family! Check Napa BJJ out if your looking to get healthy learn some…read moreJiuJitsu clean safe enviorment.

Been with the school for years. Love the people here. Nice people, great instructions, good times…read more Know your roll.

The owner Fabio took over $100 out of my account and never paid me back. I was being charged for my…read moremembership, and someone else's, during my time here. (The other person's membership charge was even more than my own.) Once I noticed, I contacted Fabio and let him know. He acted like he would do something about it but did not. So I waited then asked him again. If I remember correctly, he still did not refund my money. After asking repeatedly, I eventually got some of the money back...but it was NOT the full amount and it was only for ONE month. He never paid me back for the rest. I lost over $100. I wanted to be nice and give Fabio time, but in doing so, the window passed for me to file a complaint with my bank. I have never heard from Fabio since. Additionally, this gym needs to pay more attention to who is in their gym during sparring. This gym has an unsafe environment. I was a beginner white belt and I was once paired with a Napoleon complex hothead who was also named Austin (coincidence), and he was a higher belt than me. During sparring he quickly slammed me on my head. This is extremely dangerous and shows a complete lack of sense. He had no respect and showed no remorse. It was 100% intentional. One black belt here would not wash his gi and smelled like urine and feces (this is a known tactic for actual competitions, but I was amazed that someone would do this for simple practice against white belts). This is not a good gym. There is a lack of supervision and safety, and I had money taken that has still never been returned.

fantastic academy with top level instruction and practitioners. very welcoming environment full of…read moregreat people. Fabio runs a great school and program

There are not enough words to describe how incredible of an experience and academy this is…read more Professor Marinho, and the academy, are a hidden gem. A few months ago, and without any prior experience, I had decided that I wanted to learn martial arts. So, I reached out for a trial class; Professor Marinho warmly welcomed me and made me feel like I had a new family. The respect of the art, the dedication and discipline of the other adult students, the high quality instruction from the Professor and the overall experience have given me a new commitment in life to martial arts, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Technique, Routine, and Execution. Thank you, Professor Marinho and Natasha, for giving me an opportunity to learn. I look forward to our continued classes. Oss! 10/10!

What an incredible environment with top tier coaching. The level of expertise, experience and…read morecompassion that the Professor has is second to none! The kids program is absolutely fantastic. My son has never been happier and more confident. The adult classes are great for every fitness level and experience.