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    Lion Heart Jiu Jitsu Academy

    5.0 (48 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Aren A.

    OSU!! My Brazilian jiu-jitsu story is pretty boring. I trained for a few years at 10th planet, moved on and later got injured rolling, and ultimately stayed away from the sport for at least five years. Fast forward to today. I was visiting LA and had the luxury of time. Plus, I think it was time to see if I was ready to train again 10 months post meniscectomy. An old BJJ friend had opened a studio in Pasadena and I finally got the chance to visit for a quick open mat session. I was kinda nervous at first, but I quickly left those feelings behind. Just one hour of rolling and building rapport with the dedicated guys at Lion Heart provided me with the greatest feeling ever. I totally forgot about the camaraderie between BJJ guys. One of the best parts of training! I was pleasantly surprised by how much I remembered instinctually. I'm sore as hell at the moment since I lack the conditioning, but I wasn't too shabby. Plus, I got to experience my first jiu-jitsu puke session in a long time! The facility may be a bit small, but it's a non-issue for me. The people are great and that's what it is all about. If I still lived in the 818, I would most definitely be training here 3x per week. Y'all should come by and learn some skills, make some great friends, and listen to some phat tracks from the 90s! "Vo-cab-u....lary's necessary, When diggin' into my library!" OSU!!

    Alex A.

    As soon as I walked into the academy, I was immediately surprised by the space and training environment that Lion Heart Jiu Jitsu provides. The mats are well-sized and both the instructors and students immediately welcomed me with open arms. The instruction was spot on as we went over more intermediate concepts that require a keen eye for detail. Lastly, the rolls were tough but safe: each roll was competitive yet no one was cranking or forcing any submission attempts. Overall, I had a great time at Lion Heart Jiu Jitsu and I highly recommend for folks visiting the Pasadena area to train here. Thank you again Jason and David for the awesome experience!

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    Great school, great instructors, and great vibe. Tried many schools in the past, but this one is truly special. Highly recommended

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    Jeremy will make you work, count the time while you're working, and somehow listen to all the bs that you're saying. Best . Of . Best .

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    Best class I've been to. First drop in is free. Great community and class super organized from warm ups-- drills-- rolling. 100% recommend!

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    Thank you so much Julian! It’s so great having you in the gym!

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    My kids love the BJJ program. Wonderful environment. Great coaches! Couldn't be happier.

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    Really great vibe with really great people. Love the coaching and felt home right away. Very happy to be a part of this academy.

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    I had the pleasure to meet both Coach Jason and Professor Ben both were super knowledgeable and passionate about what they do.

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    SBG SoCal

    SBG SoCal

    5.0
    (68 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    If you have children and haven't been to SBG SoCal, check it out!…read more We have toured all the major jiujitsu studios in Pasadena and none can match it in cleanliness, teacher:student ratios and quality of instructions. Coach Marco and his team really know how to teach and empower kids. Not only do the kids learn jiujitsu and other martial arts, they also learn life lessons. Marco has been a life coach for my son. Teaching him about humanity, friendships, bullying and respect. And it's super clean which I appreciate. If you are searching for a jiujitsu experience with both quality instructions and amazing instructors that care for your children, then check it out. I've learned how to properly execute gentle, yet firm, parenting, just by watching Marco in action. I also want to add that Marco and his team are heroes. During the Eaton Fire, they were helping displaced kids, housing them at the gym, and subsidizing dozens of kids' jiujitsu membership because of their loss. Kindness at its finest. A++++++

    I've been to many gyms in my life all ranging from mma to boxing to jujitsu & I always noticed a…read morecommon theme with these gyms. It was either favoritism or egos in the way. When I first arrived to SBG they welcomed me with open arms & they honed in the fundamentals of MMA & Jujitsu. The experience & environment at the gym is unlike any other gym that I've been to. They treat you like family & let you go at your own pace when it comes to learning. The classes are filled with intense fun & are structured. Just within a year I've seen huge improvements in my Jujitsu as well as MMA skills. The coaches are fun & don't take themselves so seriously like other gyms do. They make you feel like you're part of something bigger! The gym is always clean & blasting good music lol. They treat everyone the same & there isn't any egos or bad vibes there. We just recently competed & we did better than anyone could have expected. Coach Marco is truly one of one & without him & his amazing gym we wouldn't have the skill set that we have now as a gym. If you are thinking about trying it out or looking for a new home. Try SBG So-Cal ‼

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    Legacy - Pasadena

    Legacy - Pasadena

    4.9
    (33 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Legacy- Pasadena is hands down #1! Everything from the quality of their studio; equipment &…read moreuniforms to the incredibly knowledgeable instructors & super kind owner. They are professional, skilled at what they do and passionate about what they teach. They are so patient with the kids and students of all levels and they are all incredibly kind. Professor Gerardo- has patients of an angel. He is knowledgeable & is a remarkable Professor. His coaching style is superior to anyone we've worked with before. He's outstandingly patient with all the kids. Every coach at Legacy has been 100% w every level & every student. I love them all & am so thankful to have found an amazing group of instructors to teach my son and the next generation of kids. The owner, Bryan G. - is one of the kindest owners I have ever met. He took time to speak w me & always checks in w everyone at the studio. He's humble, sincere, thoughtful & passionate about what he does and he's picked the best team around him. His priorities are truly of the care of anyone who walks into Legacy. Paul- front desk manager - he's the best! He was the 1st person I talked to. His genuine kindness & support got me to take the next step. Any questions, he's there with a smile and is happy to help! --------- A second review for their Bang Muay Thai class that is also amazing! I learned so much my first week. Coach Ariel & Coach Bryan are remarkable. They really take time to go through each technique with demonstrations & guidance. They are so helpful with any questions & they not only help you learn but they teach you how to do it right. Coach Ariel has taught, corrected & sharpened the techniques I learned from when I first began my martial arts journey. What I have learned from this class far surpasses all. It's important to have a proper foundation built first then build from there and this class teaches that. Women & moms have also been taking this class and it's been inspiring to train & get strong together w our kids & for our kids. This place is truly the best.

    I have taken their sound bath classes and it was really an awakening experience. They have amazing…read morecoaches and plenty of easy schedules to follow. LOVE this place!

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    10th Planet Pasadena

    10th Planet Pasadena

    4.9
    (34 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    I have been training here for about a year. Top notch, clean gym with great coaches and a very…read morewelcoming vibe. Definitely the place to go in the area for no-gi jiu jitsu. Check it out!

    I would rate this review 500 stars if I could. Our kids started here in May 2024. From the…read morebeginning, it was apparent how much the community here is really a family, and they welcome you in without holding anything back. The coaches for the kids classes are experienced, kind, encouraging, and fun. Both of my kids were already fairly confident and in their bodies when they started, but even still, the positive impact of their practice here is palpable. The coaches emphasize being good teammates while honing your own skills. They know they are growing people, not just practice. My daughter benefits for too many unfortunately obvious reasons, and my son has a safe and fun way to channel his natural desire to battle and test himself physically, emotionally, and mentally in a safe and fun way. After the fire, the studio rallied in huge ways to help those of us who lost our homes, leveraging their extended family relationships with other studios throughout the state and beyond. They were the first business to reopen in the burn scar because they knew how much we all needed to grasp onto a semblance of normalcy in a very abnormal and traumatic time. I will never forget the first time I drove into the area at night to pick up my kids. Driving past the ghostly remains and rubble that was once our town, in abject darkness, no streetlights, was such a shock that I could not help but bawl as I drove through... then in the distance, the lights of 10th Planet Pasadena lit up the way like a beacon of light. As I drove into the lot, I could see the kids being kids like they were before. It made me remember that with community, nothing is lost forever. If you want to give a gift to your children that will pay dividends throughout their lifetimes, bring them to 10th Planet Pasadena.

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    Valor Jiu Jitsu

    Valor Jiu Jitsu

    5.0
    (13 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    Love Love Love Valor BJJ Coaches and Community!…read more Prof. David and Coach Jando hold high standards for their school. All the coaches are excellent educators of their craft. Class is always ran very intentionally from warm ups, instruction, drilling, live rounds , stretching and questions. They place members safety in high regard for all men and women training. They nurture a fun, positive learning environment and community Training space is well maintained and clean. There are separate women's and men's changing rooms with showers. I also highly recommend Valors Women's Self defense class to all ladies. Coach Marnie, with support from Prof. David and Coach Jando truly are invested in empowering and equipping women with practical self defense skills. They focus on situational awareness, posture, voice, evade, escape, striking and take downs. Coach Marnie is very intentional with class instruction making sure that it engages and builds skills of all students of varying levels . This class is a non negotiable for my daughter and I. Our confidence grows as we work on developing skills to give us a fighting chance if called for (hopefully never). Hope to see ya on the mats @ Valor BJJ !

    Great and dedicated instructors that help with every step of the way from beginners to experience…read morestudents. Friendly and welcoming environment, and very happy with my daughter's experience.

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