Gracie Joy Jitsu in Alameda has been a game-changer! The kids' Bully Proof program is absolutely…read morephenomenal. Coach Chelsea, Coach Mark, and Coach Travis create such a safe, positive, and fun environment where kids not only learn self-defense but also build confidence, discipline, and respect. They teach practical skills in a way that's engaging and empowering for kids, helping them know how to handle tough situations without ever promoting aggression. You can tell each coach genuinely cares about the kids--they're patient, encouraging, and great at connecting with every student. If you're looking for a program in Alameda that helps kids stand tall, stay safe, and believe in themselves, Gracie Joy Jitsu's Bully Proof class is the perfect choice!

While in from out of town for work, I was warmly welcomed to join a Combatives class. Chelsea Burgo…read morelead the class with deep technical and teaching skills. Fellow students were good training partners and all about improving each other as a community. Highly recommended!

We've been with Sergio for more than 3 years. With so many choices in the area the standout…read moredifference is he's not just giving jiu jitsu classes but he's a great human being and role model for the kids. I have 2 boys with 1 that started with struggles at school on kindergarten related to self regulation. Since being in jiu jitsu with Sergio his behaviors have improved tremendously and the teachers at school have noticed. Sergio not only teaches them jiu jitsu he also teaches manners and respect and discipline. Kids love him and we do too. You can tell his heart in his work. Thank you Sergio! Kids are now 4th and 3rd grader. Highly highly recommend!

Team Silva is an amazing place to learn jiu jitsu. It's a diverse group of people and everyone is…read morevaccinated. Everyone is safety oriented. I usually go to the 6am class which is now at Ruby's tumbling. Rated are affordable and the instructors are humble, always smiling, and friendly, but they are extremely knowledgeable.

I was visiting the Berkeley area and was able to drop in on the Monday all levels gi and judo…read moreclasses. Everyone at the academy were very welcoming and friendly. The caliber of jiu jitsu is very high at this academy (very tough rolls). Although there was a high intensity during the live rolling rounds, I never felt like I was going to be injured or hurt during these rounds. Professor Eduardo taught awesome technique with great detail and answered all questions. The caliber of judo is also very high. Sensei Newton and the other senseis were all very knowledgeable and technical. Very good explanation of techniques and able to answer all questions. Thank you for the hospitality and hope to train here again!

Ralph Gracie Berkeley changed my life. Eduardo Fraga has an incredible depth of knowledge and has…read morealways pushed me to continue training even through some dark times in my life. This place has become family and I'm so grateful that I walked through those doors.

Been coming here for 2 years now, and I can say that it's been nothing short of amazing. Manny has…read morecultivated such a welcoming space for all bjj practitioners, and I look forward to every visit to the gym. If you're interested in learning Brazilian jiu jitsu and in the San Leandro/San Lorenzo area come and try out a trial class!

Amazing place to train and learn Brazilian jiujitsu. Manny is a very knowledgeable professor and a…read moregreat person in general. The gym itself super clean and has excellent mat space which is super important for quality training. If you're curious or interested in trying it out, I'd highly recommend stopping by and checking it out for yourself

I enjoy they place so much, the vibes are so good and the people are so welcoming. I recommend…read morethis place to everyone and especially to children. Their kids program is one of the best in California.

I highly recommend this gym I have my 3 kids and they learning self defense so quickly 10/10read more

My son participates in their Kids BJJ program. He is 4 years old. It is awesome! It has taught him…read morea great awareness of his body and movements, which is what we wanted. It also further enhances his understanding of discipline and its benefits. The coaches are sweet and encouraging. Coaches Gabby and Alberto is the best! Diogo, who runs this program, is great at communicating and gets back to you within 24 hours. Our family is really enjoying this program.

This is my home gym…read more I love the atmosphere that Diogo has created at our academy; we train to defend ourselves, but we also take care of each other as teammates both on and off the mats. Good people. Solid teammates. Relaxed atmosphere. No "bullshido." Come train at Rio Combat!

Amazing gym! I used the two day free trial and had a blast boxing with coach Mitch and learning…read moresome grappling skills with coach Mike. Everyone was respectful and did not waste time.

One World Jiu Jitsu Academy lives up to its name in its ability to unite practitioners of all…read morelevels and empower them to learn and train in an amazingly welcoming gym led by respectable, experienced coaches. Headed by Mike Prudencio, One World Jiu Jitsu Academy had its humble beginnings and has grown significantly through the years and within that span has been home to quite a few experienced BJJ practitioners. Mike and his team do a fine job in cultivating a strong community through respect for each other and the gym - the annual friend and family social events always have a good showing! Whether you've had some experience in the sport and are looking for a new gym with great people to train, a completely newcomer to anything related martial arts, or perhaps a parent looking for an extracurricular for your child, One World will open their arms to you with something to offer. Although One World was not our first introduction to Brazilian jiu jitsu while we researched for gyms, it ranked highest on our list due to the location, flexibility of the scheduling, training space, and coaching staff. Just a couple blocks away from the highway and being quite central in Newark, the gym is easily accessible. There's plenty of parking since most of the other establishments here aren't well frequented or mainly warehouses/non-customer facing offices. Adult classes are offered multiple times a day (early morning at around 630, mid morning at 11, and evening at 6) almost everyday of the week. The kids classes are also offered multiple days of the week (weekday evenings around 5 and Saturday mornings around 10). There may be different days/times for gi and no gi but they have a convenient online calendar that is kept up to date. Each session typically consists of warmups, drills, techniques, and open rounds of rolling. They also have two mat areas. The main mat area is huge and can accommodate large classes (sometimes the kids classes can get upwards of 30-40) with still ample amount of space for training and drilling. The secondary mat area is primarily used for no gi training when the main mat area is being used for instruction. And finally the coaching staff consists of some really experienced instructors in addition to Coach Mike. Their attention to detail and ability to motivate the athletes adds tremendous value to each visit. In addition, the instructors for the kids classes are so patient while firm to enable each kid to grow and advance at their own pace. For those looking to advance their game, Mike and his team of coaches will enable you to hone the fundamentals in addition to expanding your toolkit of techniques. The group of folks coming to this gym check their ego at the door and are all very willing to share and learn from each other. There are quite a few competitors who will certainly push your limits and help you get to the next level. If you're a newbie, welcome to the club! We all started one way or another but what's important is that you start and keep coming back. Time on the mat will level up your game and with some patience and dedication, you'll continue to build confidence, get fit, and develop practical skills for self defense and competitions. And as a parent, you'll feel right at home with fellow parents who have also sought out an activity for their children to participate in to gain intangible skills (confidence, self discipline, conflict resolution, social belonging, mentorship to name a few) while learning some practical techniques for self defense. They start children as young as 7 years of age but it may also depend on their maturity. I personally came in with no formal martial arts experience and have to say, it was one of the best decisions. As a father, finding a new hobby to enjoy on my own as well as with my children and redefining myself as the kiddos grow up has made this journey a very rewarding experience. The community has been great to foster that personal growth and it's been fun to bring the new generation into the sport. Overall, One World Jiu Jitsu Academy is by far one of the greatest places for an in-depth introduction and continued education of Brazilian jiu jitsu. If you're interested, consider coming in for a trial class and see for yourself if the gym and sport is right for you!

This place is amazing my kids have gotten better and the teachers are so nice and I recommend to…read moreanyone that needs a good workout

I discovered Supreme MMA one day while walking my dog in the Laurel District. I was greeted by Alma…read moreand Jose the owners of the gym. After speaking with Jose about his classes I signed up online. The place is clean, the staff are very welcoming and warm. Everyone that trains there is nice and the training is top-notch. Head Coach Jose is a great, and so are the other coaches, Charolette and Gus. It's an amazing place to train.

I really wanted to love this place because, to be fair, the quality of the Brazilian jiu jitsu…read moretraining here is excellent. The instructors clearly know what they're doing, and the kids' program is well-structured and engaging. However, as a parent, the overall experience leaves a lot to be desired. The biggest issue? No WiFi for parents. If you're going to have parents sitting around for an hour or more during classes, it's pretty unreasonable not to provide even basic internet access. Not everyone can just disconnect from work or responsibilities during that time. The waiting area is minimal, and without WiFi, you're essentially stuck doing nothing or burning through your mobile data. In this day and age, that feels like a pretty basic amenity that should be standard--especially for a place that otherwise operates at a high level. So yes, great training--but not a very parent-friendly environment. Until they address this, it's hard to fully recommend.

My boys have trained at Marco's for over 4 years and it has been a fantastic experience. Our family…read moreowns a BJJ academy in San Fransisco and this is the only academy we have entrusted to teach our boys. If they want to train for competing or train for fun all are welcome!

This gym is the best gym I have ever been to in my life so far! I was a complete noob and beginner…read moreto combat sports, specifically Muay Thai, and was shy at first trying to get myself just to walk through the door and ask a question! When I finally did, I was greeted with one of the most welcoming and friendly gym environments! Alex and Kyle have been very kind and helpful with answering my questions since the first day I walked in. The intro class was great and I didn't feel embarrassed at all for being a complete beginner- they teach the basics, have gear to borrow, and make the whole process trying it out very smooth and chill. Since then I have been going to the Muay Thai classes as much as I can. PRS has some of the best coaches, who are legends- so you absolutely get the bang for your buck! Coach Rob and Coach Six have been great coaches, and patient with me as a beginner. I asked for any and all tips, advice, and coaching during class and if they ever see me practicing outside of class, and they've helped me out a ton! I am very bad at hand eye coordination, but with patience and practice I get better every day. Coach Michael and Coach Shallon have been extremely helpful with learning sparring techniques on Wednesdays and more about the gym as well! All the coaches for Muay Thai are great and friendly! I recently been getting into some of the Boxing and jujitsu classes as well and had the same experience- passionate, motivating, and great coaches. Coach Mark teaches the Boxing class and has awesome boxing and strength and conditioning workouts, its very motivating and make me determined to get better. Coach Alex teaches Jujitsu, and has taught me a lot about the sport- its very technical, but he is a patient and motivating coach as well, and has given me great advice and made the sport more digestible to understand as a beginner! As I get more fit, Im hoping to add in more of these classes as well:)! Not only do the coaches help me improve as an athlete, but many of the fellow athletes are kind and welcoming to beginners as well- I usually ask for any tips or comment on my tech and get good helpful feedback. They have gloves, pads, shin guards and head gear available to borrow and use, and keep all their equipment sanitized and clean- including the training floor after each class. There are plenty of bags to train on, including some by the mirrors to watch your tech. They got everything you need in a gym, including an erg, assault bike, plenty of stationary bikes, and treadmills, dumbbells, kettle bells, benches, plates and bars, jump ropes, medicine balls, and rollers for recovery. Theres plenty of space to store your things and its safe to as well, as the locker area is in the back of the gym. They have clean mens and womens bathrooms and shower for after training. They got a really awesome ring and punching bags- basically combat sport heaven is PRS. The gym community is very friendly, welcoming, diverse, and accepting of all backgrounds. Ive met so many great friends so far :)! As a LGBTQ+ individual and woman, I feel safe and accepted at this gym :) 10/10 sanitation/cleanness 10/10 equipment 10/10 Coaching and trainers 10/10 environment, safety, and community 10/10 classes

Coach Markshawn is the best. His classes are fun, professional, and a great experience.read more