Team Oyama is hands one of the best gyms in Orange County for martial arts and fitness enthusiasts…read more Want to become an elite Muay Thai fighter or kickboxer? You will learn that here. Want to master the gentle art of Jiu-Jitsu? Done. Want to learn from actual UFC and other professional fighters? Done. Want your child to build discipline, self-confidence and improve their physical stamina & conditioning? They have amazing kid's classes. The head coach Colin Oyama is a legend in the MMA world and has coached champions such as Tito Ortiz & Rampage Jackson. By stepping through these doors, you gain access to his expertise and knowledge passed down through his fighters. No matter if you are a corporate professional, college student, housewife or individual trying to get in shape, you will find a class for you. Also the facility is very large, spacious and well-ventilated. Come check them out if you want a premium training experience!

Team Oyama in Irvine has been an incredible experience. Coaches Elias, Fernando, and Gabe are the…read morereal deal -- they focus on building solid technique, push you to your limits, and genuinely inspire you to keep improving. I've grown so much as a martial artist because of their guidance. Highly recommend to anyone looking for top-tier coaching and a great training environment!

Master is well, the master. We call him happy master, he has an infectious smile. Great place to…read morelearn for anyone, adults, kids and families.

Looks and is a very experienced Master based on what I saw. I came looking for further information…read moreto be part of and learn, unfortunately I was ignored. I was respectful at all times, I'm a martial artist, I'd like to expand my knowledge. There was one man who was practicing there and attended me very nicely, very respectful very kind compared to the master. Maybe Master was busy and had to go somewhere important, but ignoring someone, to what I was taught is extremely disrespectful. My respects to this studio and Masters and piers, I hope and seek to be part of someday.

Going here for almost 3 years. Started at 53 years old. I'm in the beat shape of my life because of…read moreSubfighter. Coaches run a great gym full of supportive students.

Great place to train with passionate teachers facilitating an environment of successful, resilient,…read moreand strong members. Highly recommend.

I enrolled both of my daughters at Gracie Barra after a scary situation made us realize how…read moreimportant it was for them to feel safe and confident. Before signing up, we checked out a few other BJJ and Muay Thai gyms around Irvine, Tustin and Laguna Hills, and this one stood out as the best fit for kids by far. The staff is so professional and friendly, and the curriculum is really well structured. The demonstrations are clear and easy for my girls to follow, which made a big difference for us. Both of my daughters love Professor Mason and Panda and always tell me they're the best. One thing we didn't expect but really appreciate is the red card. My girls also do competitive swimming, so we travel a lot for meets, and the red card lets them train at other Gracie Barra locations while we're on the road. That's been such a nice bonus. We've already recommended Gracie Barra to our family and friends. If you're looking for a welcoming place for your kids to build confidence and skills, this is it.

Joining a combat sport like Jiu-Jitsu was something I never considered, until my younger brother…read morejoined Gracie Barra last year and encouraged me to try it. One day, I finally gave in to his persistence, attended a trial class, and ended up signing up the very next week. Every day on the mat is a learning experience, and training at Gracie Barra has instilled a strong sense of discipline in me. The professors are incredibly kind and patient. Even if I've practiced a drill countless times and still forget a step, they make sure I feel comfortable and always guide me through it. I genuinely look forward to every class and deeply appreciate the amazing professors and training partners who have become friends along the way. I highly recommend this Gracie Barra location to anyone looking to start Jiu-Jitsu.

Here's Shuaijiao Wrestling class is amazing！I fell in love the first time I tried it! The coaching…read morewas excellent, the courses are also very affordable!

the coach is very high level in his Shuai Jiao, and judo skills. The environment is very welcoming…read moreto all levels, and the team is very generous with their time and knowledge. If you're interested in Chinese Wrestling this is where you want to go.

Our 7 year old son joined this jiu-jitsu gym over the summer and absolutely loved it! The coaches…read morewere personable, patient, and experienced instructors. They commanded respect and kept the classes organized without ever needing to raise their voice. Each student was given detailed guidance and encouragement, while also having freedom within set boundaries. The class structure helps set such a positive and comfortable environment. The classes were incredibly well run, and had the perfect balance of fun, discipline and structure. The management is also top-tier. We were only here for the summer (out of staters) and they worked with us to make it happen. We felt like we were part of their gym on day one. Looking forward to coming back next summer!

This school is amazing. Laercio (the owner) is such a genuine, warm, and accommodating instructor…read more The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, and the schedule is really flexible. Highly recommended for beginners and advanced alike.

Great scbool where everyone is treated as a person not money like at McDojos. If you want real…read moreworld self defense and life lessons. Offers kickboxing, no gi and gi. Excellent kids program.

My daughter has been a student of Professor Less for quite some time, and we've been part of this…read morestudio since it first opened. Professor Less is an incredible teacher, but what truly sets this place apart--especially since Valor opened--is the sense of community it has created. Everyone here supports one another, helping the kids stay enthusiastic, motivated, and proud of their progress. It's truly inspiring to watch the children grow more confident and skilled over time. We couldn't recommend this club more highly, and we're so grateful to be part of it. On a personal note, both my husband and I have recently started taking classes as well--and we absolutely love it!

I am grateful for the lessons, discipline, and motivation you have given my son. Thank you, Saga.read more

Our family is incredibly grateful for everything Master SA has done for our son. From the…read morebeginning, he created an environment where discipline, respect, and encouragement all work together. His teaching style is a perfect balance of structure and positivity--he knows when to push, when to support, and how to bring out the best in every student. Master SA explains techniques clearly, demonstrates with patience, and makes sure each student understands the "why" behind what they're learning. He holds his students to high standards, but he also celebrates their progress and helps them stay motivated through every challenge. His classes are focused, well-organized, and full of energy, making training enjoyable while still pushing students to grow. Because of his guidance, our son gained confidence, stayed committed, and ultimately achieved his black belt--an accomplishment that reflects both his hard work and the incredible instruction he received. Watching his growth has been amazing, and we know so much of that comes from Master SA's dedication and teaching approach. We couldn't be happier with our experience and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled, inspiring, and truly invested Taekwondo instructor.

Great academy with a welcoming and positive atmosphere. The instructors are knowledgeable,…read moreprofessional, and genuinely care about helping their students improve. Orange County Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a great place to train, learn, and be part of a strong community. Highly recommend!

I'm 70 years old, and anybody can do this. 10 weeks ago I had a serious bicycle accident where I…read morebroke three ribs, my scapula, bruised my ribs and got a lot of road rash. I couldn't move much for about a month so I watched a bunch of TV. When I was younger, I practiced martial arts, but I was always fascinated with Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. I started watching YouTube videos at home while injured and learned that there are different types of Jujitsu, sports jujitsu, and self-defense jujitsu. Sports jujitsu is aimed at competing with other Jujitsu practitioners. They tend to be injuries with this type of Jujitsu. There is more of a Competitive, ego. Driven aim to beat your opponent. And as I was just in the process of recovering from a serious accident, count me out. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu started in the United States in Torrance California. I called the Gracie University there and asked if there was anybody in my area. They referred me to Laguna Hills and Professor Arman. I called and talked to him, thinking that private classes might be best after I recovered from my injuries because my main concern was not being injured. He convinced me that the classes were designed specifically to avoid injury, and that I would be fine there. I decided to go in and meet him and check the place out. From the moment I walked in the door, everybody I met, were very friendly and nice. The instructors and students were having fun and everybody seemed like family. No pretense or anybody acting like a bad ass. Just normal people enjoying learning this art of self-defense, which is the only one where smaller people can routinely defend themselves against larger opponents. I came in and watched for three nights in a row, wishing I could take a class. But I was still very injured and fragile. One of the professors there, Lee, asked me if I wanted to try to learn one of the techniques. I told him that I was way too injured, and there's no way because I could barely even lay down. He reassured me. We could do something simple and he wouldn't barely touch me. Hesitantly, I agreed. A few minutes later, I was learning my first technique. Doing anything, standing, walking, or even sitting hurt at that point And what Lee taught me wasn't any worse than anything else. I was thrilled. I came back the next day and worked with some of the smaller students and women, still worried about doing anything much. I made everybody aware of my situation, and they were all understanding and everything I learned flowed smoothly. I've been going there for six weeks, and I'm almost pain-free. I never thought, at 70 years old, with multiple broken bones, that I could learn a martial art, and not worry about becoming injured. But it really follows the entire Gracie Jiu-Jitsu philosophy of teaching people without them having to worry about becoming injured. I now take between five and nine lessons a week, and am progressing rapidly in their very structured educational program. I plan on doing this for the rest of my life, partly because of this particular branch of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, instructors, the students, health benefits and the value that it adds to my life. So if you want to learn what Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is all about, this is the place to be. They have a free, 10 day program, just so people can come and see if they like it. If I can do this at my age, anybody can do it. They have a terrific bully-proof kids program for children five years old and up, and have coed programs for any age. Couldn't recommend it more highly.

Very welcoming to new members great schedule and their prices are very reasonable! They are on time…read moreyou get every minute you pay for

This is a great studio. It's fun and clean. It's a heathy culture. Children love it here. My…read morechildren love it here too. They approach everything with a lot of care and attentiveness. I've seen a positive impact on both my daughters since they started. Student led teaching still impresses me! The student leaders are kind and respectful and absolutely talented. Don't hesitate to take your family here. The kickboxing program is fabulous too! I attend that program when I can. Great instruction! Fun environment. I hold the student teachers with high regard as their professionalism is evident. This studio is what children need today of all ages. And they know you by name. Know your family. And you feel like you are part of one big family.