This a very inviting and friendly academy for both beginner and advanced jiu jitsu! If you're looking to start jiu jitsu in the Palm Springs-Coachella area this is the place for you. If you're traveling like I was, make this your home while you are in the area. Thank you Professor Chris and the entire team for opening up your doors to me! read more

Great people great place. Very clean environment and the coaches are very nice. They have helped me improve as a person and athlete. The clases are easy to understand and the coaches are patient. Their holiday events are super fun too. The coaches are super supportive and very fun to be around. read more

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Fun Fact: they do special events/classes for groups too! Inquire to have them see if they can cater a unique class for your group. P.S. they can be COVID-tested! --- I am forever thankful to Jiu JItsu - La Quinta! In a nutshell, they were so professional, pleasant, and so experienced in their field. Highly recommend! I was looking for a fun, yet useful class for a bachelorette party I was hosting and in the world of today - I wanted something everyone could take away some lessons with - guarding not just their heart - but both their mind & bodies. I looked at other self defense and Jiu Jitsu classes around the area and Chris @ Six Blades was the best package all around. They have both adult and children Jiu Jitsu with an emphasis on high quality instruction, clean facilities, and a mission to build a community of strong, confident, prepared individuals. With this mission in mind, I knew I wanted to inquiry about the event. I talked to Chris H., Black Belt Instructor and he was extremely professional, yet down to earth. He promised to cater a plan that would be best for my group fitness level and needs. I gave him a few ideas of what we were hoping to accomplish (which was a fun, professional, yet thorough class in which we could take learnings from) and he and Jason (another amazing instructor) did not disappoint. They both got COVID tested prior (negative , woo hoo) , our group did too. Chris and Jason came to our property on time on a weekend morning and we got down to business. We all wore masks for our safety, and they had no problems with that! Safety first and I love how they wanted to do anything to make us feel comfortable. In the span of 1.5 -2 hours- the class was more than just KICK-ass. The class was both informational in nature (which I realized was very needed for martial arts of this caliber) and also hands-on. We practiced scenarios and learned from a spectrum of "self-dense" (ask him why I quoted this!) exercises from learning self-awareness as women, understanding basics of how to choke, how to defend on the ground, how to get up and stay focused and balanced, kick, and more! The instructors were there to help guide us, showing us more in-depth if we were comfortable, and helping correct any form and answer any questions. Although one class does not begin to do Jiu JItsu justice, it gave us all an appreciation and respect for it and we took away some very lifelong lessons. All the ladies raved how amazing, fun, expert-feeling and professional it was. Thank you Chris, Jason, and Six-Blades La Quinta for an amazing class and accommodation! read more

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I started my BJJ journey in Jan of this year with Six Blades in La Quinta. From day 1, all the coaches and practitioners have done such an amazing job in creating a fun and positive environment in pushing ourselves, both physically and mentally. The skill range from the members are also amazing. From hobbyists to champions, there is a place for everyone here once you enter onto the mats. I am thankful for starting this journey and only regret not starting sooner. Shout out to all the coaches that continue to keep pushing us to strive to be better. Osu read more

I was looking to try something new and decided to give this studio a try. I was always curious about trying jiu jitsu to workout and feel like a bad ass. I also work at a homeless shelter so the self defense knowledge was also a huge factor on why I signed up. I was impressed and felt comfortable knowing that there are 2 women's only self defense classes. Once I signed up I started going twice a week. Unfortunately only about a month in I had to stop. I found out I was pregnant, which was the best news ever!!! But I was also a newbie so continuing the sport despite it being safe for pregnancy didn't feel like the right choice for me at the time. I really miss the classes and look forward to joining back up once I'm postpartum. I really enjoyed working with Coach Julie and Chris. I highly recommend this studio and jiu jitsu. Everyone is so encouraging and friendly. Coach Jake was also very helpful and easy to talk to when helping me sign up. I cannot recommend this studio enough!! 10/10!! read more

Six Blades Jiu Jitsu La Quinta and all their staff "Teachers/Coaches" as my #precious daughter Aria would say, are super phenomena!! I would not take my daughter anywhere else. My daughter started Jiu Jitsu at 3 years old and has progressed tremendousl. Not only in the art of Jiu Jitsu, but also with her manners and values taught by her coaches. Which also cements what we expect at home. I would not take her anywhere else and I highly recommend Six Blades Jiu Jitsu for anyone. Thank you Chris, Jason, Mariana, Hector and many others, I appreciate you all. -Julio read more

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My 4-year daughter loves the "Kinder Jits." The instructors are knowledgeable and caring, in fact some of them are world class BJJ competitions too. They really care about teaching the kids Excellent listening skills and discipline. I can't wait to start attending the adult class myself when my schedule allows. Chris and his brother Steve are incredible and we're so grateful to have their gum right here in our hometown. read more

TFI - Kinder Jits Class, so fun! And they learn life lessons. - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - La Quinta, California

Our 4 year old son has been enrolled here for the past two months & the experience has been nothing short of perfect! The highlight of this place is easily the staff & coaches. Not only are they well trained in their discipline but they appear to be quality people who genuinely care and enjoy the kids. The coaches are very good about identifying and relating the skills taught during each session to the child's home, school & personal lives. The studio is clean, comfortable, well kept and inviting. It certainly does not have that feeling of exclusion that I've come to expect in gyms & other similar environments. On a personal level, I have seen my son develop and grow in the short time he's been there. Specifically, he's far better at following instructions even when given in a series. He's also showing greater physical development as well. It seems to me that we have made a good decision for our son's future by having chosen this place & plan to allow him to train here for as long as he chooses. read more

Prior to Covid19 my daughter was loving this place. Cause my daughter was only 2 they made an exception for her. She would participate for 20-30 minutes then we would call it a day. As she was getting into it Covid19 hit and you know the rest. Well its over And I'm look forward to my daughter returning next week. It was so much fun I join and I too will be back if my body permits. it's run by a phenomenal family teAching kids important lessons in life. read more

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Jason and team were incredibly welcoming and the team culture was awesome. I highly recommend training here!

I've been training at Six Blades for close to 6 months now and I am so grateful to have come across this gym. The instructors are not only knowledgeable and dedicated to their craft, they are also all amazing, kind human beings. They've created a culture of hard work and, most importantly, fun. Training here never feels like a chore. You'll learn a lot, challenge yourself, get to know yourself, and make some really great friends along the way. If you're new to jiu jitsu and want to try a class, this is the place to be! (& it will be really, really fun) read more

Everything here is top notch, from the instructors to the facility. The place is kept clean and sanitized. They are amazing with the children, highly recommended read more

As a follow up to my original post I have been training at Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu for nine months now. The experience has surpassed all my expectations. The instructors are very good about explaining techniques. All the instructors are actively participating in tournaments, further honing their skills and sharing their experience with the students. It is a great friendly environment where everyone is interested in helping each other learn. If you are looking for a good place to learn open-handed self-defense skills look no further... check this place out. They even offer a free week and an introductory private lesson. read more

Decided to try out the women's self defense class on Wednesday and I honestly enjoyed it. The gym is very professional and clean, which I consider a must for mat areas. The team and students are all very nice and welcoming. I don't know how long the class will be free, but I would definitely recommend it to all women in the valley. read more

When I first came to the desert, I didn't expect there to be any quality martial arts training. When I found six blades, I ate my own words. Between the staff and the other students it feels like a family setting. From the first instruction to actual sparring, I didn't feel an ounce of pressure and I felt like everything was very well explained. I've had a little bit of training in the past, but Chris, Steve, and Jason were very attentive and very open to discussing concepts and movements I did not understand. Their understanding of the sport is equal to the highest level of competitors and I know that no matter what level I return out, I will always be both challenged and welcome as a member of the six glades family. I will definitely return if not for the training then just for the people of the atmosphere. Much love to them! read more

We are so thankful we started classes with this awesome group of people at Six Blades! We were looking for a jiu jitsu class for our son and they have a class of 4-6 year olds so as soon as he turned 4, we enrolled him. We were very concerned about the ability for our son to focus and participate with the others but Jason, an amazing lead instructor, encouraged us to give it some time and sure enough our son has improved his focus with each passing class. He loves attending each week and it's been such a joy to watch our son learn about healthy competition, sportsmanship, and great lessons about treating his peers with respect and kindness. Chris Hargett the owner is a wonderful guy and all of the instructors are very helpful, welcoming, and warm. It really feels like a family when you are in the dojo. They all provide a fun yet productive environment for the kids. We highly recommend joining Six Blades if you are looking for a top notch jiu jitsu program! read more

World class instructors. They make you feel like family. Classes for kids four days a week! We absolutely love it! Most of all, our son loves it too. read more

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Six Blades Jiu Jitsu is a great place to learn the arts of Jiu Jitsu. Coming from no experience of Jiu Jitsu and no background of any fighting style I felt welcomed by Chris the instructor. The students in this academy are all friendly, welcoming, and respectful. I felt at place when I started attending this academy. Everyone is helpful and will help you strive to be better. Steve and Chris are great instructors and are very patient with their students. This is a great and welcoming academy compared to others I have visited. I strongly recommend this academy!! read more

Clean and professional, family friendly environment. Chris and everyone at Six Blades were very inviting and helpful throughout our experience. read more

Before starting this wonderful journey of Jiu Jitsu, I was between CrossFit and Jiu Jitsu. At first I was only checking out the academy, seeing what they had to offer. Only 10 minutes in and they stole my heart. One of the members immediately asked me to be her partner. She made me feel so welcomed. I didn't feel alone and awkward, usually how a new person feels. The coach and members made sure I felt included and answered all my questions throughout the class. By the end of my first class, I knew I was in it for life. Not only did the sport win my heart but so did everyone at the academy. I 100% recommend this place. read more

Home away from home. Therapy + Martial Arts + Awesome Atmosphere = Growth! Can't wait to take my kids here when they turn the appropriate age. All of the professors who teach here are Class S Super Saiyans. read more

Practicing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the best decisions I've ever made, and with Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu La Quinta was the perfect place to start. They have a structured class approach. The instructors are amazing and supportive of our growth with the art, and being surrounded by students with their own goals are motivating. I thank these warriors for opening the door for us and giving us an opportunity to become better versions of ourself. Oss! read more

Every time I walk through the door at Ribeiro La Quinta I'm welcomed with warm hospitality. Family, respect, loyalty, discipline and friendship all thrive in a perfectly curated environment. No better place to start living your best life. read more

I am extremely grateful to have been introduced to Ribeiro and the Hargett family. It is such a unique training facility that offers a holistic approach to lifting and Jiu Jitsu. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and push their clients to be better every single day. Thank you for welcoming me and sharing your passion with me. read more

Great place to come and learn Jiu-Jitsu whether it's by yourself or if you bring your family. Great instructors who care to teach you the gentle art. Always welcoming and a good environment to grow! read more

It took less than an hour for me to realize this was a great place for my family and by the end of that hour the first words that came out of my son was, "I love this place!" I really love the environment they have created here not once have I felt like a stranger. I truly look forward to each and every class, the instructors are extremely knowledgeable and the gym is very clean! read more

With just two days I felt right at home. Everyone there makes you feel more than welcome and as soon as you walk in through the front doors, you feel an awesome vibe and atmosphere. I highly recommend Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu. read more

I've been going to Ribeiro for two years now, and in that time my son and girlfriend have both joined. In essence, our little family has become a bigger one thanks to Ribeiro. It is a great place for adults to learn something new, and an even better place for kids to make friends, grow, and learn valuable skills that apply to life. read more

Absolutely love this place. Everyone from the instructors Steve,Chris and Dwight. To the fellow classmates that you train with make you feel like you belong and are very encouraging. I would highly recommend them for anybody that's looking to start their Jiu-Jitsu journey. read more

I stopped by this gym for the first time this morning, and got a private session of Jiu Jitsu training from Christopher Hargett. The gym facility is very impressive. It looks to be equal parts weight training gym, Jiu Jitsu gym, and perhaps physical training/massage therapy? It is a nice big, airy place. It's is clean and clearly well maintained. They even have some nice shirts and hoody's for sale, which I couldn't resist. Everyone there was very friendly, as I've come to expect Jiu Jitsu gyms. Just nice happy people. Training was very educational. Focused on some drills for movement, and some defensive techniques. Chris is a great instructor, with much to share. Open mat had about 6 of us, good attitudes, and a nice range of skills. Again, nice positive people. I highly recommend this gym, and will certainly be returning the next time I am in town. Thanks Chris, Heal up soon! read more

I was visiting from a gym in Orange County. This gym was awesome to train for a month. They are very accommodating and friendly. All different types of people came for different reason (health, fun, competition, etc.) I loved how family's would come and train all together. If you are looking more for of a competition focus, Steve and Chris both are active competitors so they have lots of experience. Any time I come back into town Im definitely going back there. Thanks Ribeiro Fam! read more

We joined the Six Blades family a little over a year ago. Best thing I have ever done for my two sons (11). The instructors are the best in the valley! They genuinely care about each of their students and families and they work on instilling the values that I want my sons to aspire to in their lives. Values like honor, respect, determination, and having a positive attitude. We are so grateful to have found this place and to be a part of this awesome community of people! read more

I'm a 66 years old grandma n a martial artist for almost two years. I love this dojo, the instructors are very friendly n caring for each one of us, the atmosphere is so happy, positive and invigorating! Good for your mind, spirit n body! read more

Such a great place for the entire family to go and learn a valuable life skill. Great atmosphere and staff. Looking forward to being long-time customers. read more

Whether you live in the area and want to start training Jiu Jitsu, or are an experienced student just passing through on vacation/business and looking for a great place to train (like me), do yourself a favor and go to Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu La Quinta. The academy is very clean and organized, the instructors/owners are elite-level competitors who are also very welcoming and great teachers, and the students are friendly. Definitely a wonderful place to train. read more

Great academy! The instructor, staff, and students were all extremely friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. I am a purple belt and was visiting from San Diego and was very lucky to have found such a great place to learn and train jiu-jitsu. I will definitely be back the next time that I am in the area. Thanks! read more