Coach Art is excellent with the kids. And the environment is great for young ones to learn and have fun. I was very impressed watching the students sparring. read more

My son has learned so much in just the last four months of training. He looks forward to every class, and we've seen his confidence grow tremendously both on and off the mats. Coach Art is incredible with kids. He takes the time to build genuine relationships not only with his students but with every family who walks through the doors. You can tell he truly loves what he does and is passionate about helping each child succeed. We are so grateful to have found this gym and highly recommend it to any family looking for a supportive, encouraging, and positive environment for their kids. read more

My boys 7/4 have been coming here for a couple months and they have grown and have gotten so good. The coach, Art, is amazing and has a ton of patients. It's impressive and all the kids love him. Definitely recommend if you want your kid to learn not just jiu jitsu but discipline and respect read more

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My son has been attending for almost 2 months. Coach Art is very patient and encouraging, we couldn't have asked for a better coach. The junior coaches are also helpful and willing to demonstrate and guide kids through each move. Almost towards the end of each class, coach Art will pull all of his students together to give brief lessons on manners, values, and character, atrributes they can carry with them throughout life. I really appreciate coach Art's craftsmanship and strong sense of community. Today, my son earned his 1st stripe; it took some time for my son to come out of his shell, but thanks to coach Art and all of the students who encourage him every time he shows up, he finally earned it! read more

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Coach Art is great with the kids. Both my girls have been going for about a year. They really like it and the games they play.

One of the best decisions I've made in my life so far was joining jiu jitsu not just any jiu jitsu school. The jiu jitsu training institute in la mirada since the first day I stepped on the Mats I was hooked being able to come to a place and just forget about everything else in world for and hour to train and learn new skills is the one the greatest feelings in the world. Professor Art Gijon is an amazing coach and overall human being. Thank you for impacting my life in a positive way. Forever grateful OSS! read more

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Coach Art is amazing with the kids! not only he trains them really well he makes it fun for them too! thank you for being awesome!

First time ever training jiu jitsu was here with coach Art since then been an amazing journey and experience I'm grateful for the community coach Art and the JJTI has created and welcomed me and many others to be apart of if you're having second thoughts on starting don't! Come train with us at JJTI read more

My 5 and 7 year olds have grown not only in the sport, but also in how they carry themselves thanks to Coach Art's string leadership.

We love coming here! Coach Art is AMAZING!! This is not just a place to practice Jiu Jitsu, this has become a family for us. Coach Art is wonderful with the little kids, big kids, and the adults. He offers a variety of styles to teach each age group. We love coming here! read more

Great training, extremely grateful to train at this gym. This place is amazing for kids and adults.

Great place to have your kids and yourself learn about martial arts. I see a great confidence boost on my son, less timid, and definitely knows how to defend himself from those school bullies which was the original mindset of why we started this new journey for him. It's also a great prices for monthly unlimited classes, more than affordable. Great community and team atmosphere. read more

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The JJTI is clean and inviting. Coach Art makes each child feel welcome and special. He creates a positive environment for learning and growing in both jiu jitsu skills and confidence. Our son has gone from knowing nothing about jiu jitsu to being able to demonstrate his knowledge for family members in just a few short months. His discipline and sportsmanship have also greatly improved. We are thankful for the JJTI and highly recommend it for others. read more

The JJTI is an amazing place to grow mentally and physically. I am a 46 year old man and weigh 345 lbs. I have been attending classes for about 2 months and I see my growth. I am doing things I didn't think I was capable of doing any more. Just the simplicity of not struggling to get up of the ground anymore was a huge win. Coach Art is amazing with all his students. He sees our physical and mental limitations and works with us individually to figure out a way to adjust and execute the growth. Where we see limitations, he sees opportunities to grow and accept ourselves. He is very knowledgeable, kind, and patient. The JJTI is a great place to be no matter how old you are. read more

Awesome place for kids to learn JiuJitsu! Our boys (age 5 and 7) have been coming here to train. Our oldest son has ASD and they are very accommodating to his needs. They are currently in the PeeWee class to get the basics and fundamentals down. Coach Art is a wonderful instructor. He is patient, kind, and very encouraging. He wants all his students to succeed. Our kids have gained knowledge and confidence with their skills with the help of this gym. It is very family-oriented and the older students also help the younger kiddos. Highly recommend this place! It's new, clean, great lighting and air conditioned. There is a spot to place your belongings and for parents to sit and observe. read more

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I appreciate Coach Art's thoroughness in teaching Jiu Jitsu techniques to kids that are first starting out. He patiently and repeatedly goes through each move to ensure each child fully understands the move from start to finish. read more

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When JJTI opened around the corner from my house last summer, I knew I was going to sign my 7-year-old son and 12-year-old daughter up. My daughter had some pre-pandemic experience at another gym, and we were excited to have her back on the mat. Unexpectedly, in a mid-life crisis moment, I signed up, too. 8 months in, and I am so thankful! I have lost some weight and kept it off. I have made some new friends. I have been able to pin down and choke a cop, with their consent! My kids are getting good exercise and developing skills. They are learning sportsmanship, gaining self-confidence and working through frustration and disappointment. I really appreciate that the coaches give feedback and help the kids learn the small, important details. Coach Art is building a community that my family is now part of. Everyone is encouraging of each other - this is really helpful on the hard days. We are all on this journey together. If you have ever thought about you or your family training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and the JJTI is convenient, give this place a try! read more

Art is an amazing instructor and is great with kids. My daughter has been attending The Jiu Jitsu Training Academy from day one and loves the people there and really enjoys learning from Art. read more

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Anyone who's looking to gain self confidence, take back control of themselves emotionally, take back control of their weight...I promise you that Professor Art is the coach you want to come and talk to. Trust me when I tell you that no matter what is keeping you from making a commitment like this to yourself, you can let that go and know that when you give this a try, you'll be so happy you did. Professor Art and every other student of his I have met have been the most humble, down to earth and compassionate people I have ever been around. If I had to give you 3 foolproof reasons why you need to give The Jui Jitsu Institute a try it would be... 1. You are absolutely going to understand what I said about Coach Art and his students on day 1. 2. You will immediately understand that even though you may know nothing about this yet, after your very first class you will already be able to see a pathway that you are now walking. It's a path that makes you feel good about yourself, a path that just feels right when you are on it, and a path that even though you may have fears about before you take a step, you'll immediately KNOW you took the correct step to start and know that following this path will get easier and easier to walk on without fears or insecurities. 3. No matter what you think, I am much more out of shape than you, less flexible than you, and I am slower to learn and be comfortable than you. So if nothing else, just come beat the heck out of me and give me a hug when you're done. I promise you'll be happy you made this choice. read more

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If you're looking to train and be around real professionals that take the time to explain everything in depth and really care about you learning, this is the place for you then. Art and his team really care and are passionate not only about the sport of jiu jitsu but also being great instructors so you can also thrive. The place is really built around a family and team mindset, you notice it as soon as you walk in and also when you train. I have not trained in 14 yrs and have checked all the local spots around the area and I can tell you that this is the best place I found by far. Price is super fair , no crazy upfront costs, etc. I signed my self up , my 4 yr old and most likely my 16 year old is going to start coming as well. They also offer free trials so you can try it out. read more

Coach Art and his team are great coaches. They have classes for all ages and really work technique, focus and discipline. My kids and I have been doing it for a couple months and love it! Most importantly the kids look forward to going and it's never a fight to get them there. The members are welcoming and friendly. Art has created a real jiu-jitsu family. The price packages vary but the family package is by far the best price in town. read more

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Professor Art is a great teacher and his explanations of the technique is very thoughtful and made easy to understand. There are mixed students who are new and experienced who attend the class regularly ready to learn something new and/or help strengthen the idea of what they know with various repetitions. The kids class is very well orchestrated with fun drills and warm ups that keep the kids active. The exercises and technique teaching is very well displayed and easy to follow. I, myself pay attention as a spectator and take mental notes for myself. The kids are always engaged mentally and physically which is a great to maintain the importance of discipline. The gym is very well maintained and clean for all students and spectators which is very much appreciated. There is air conditioning and a lounge area with snacks and beverages for all guests. If you are looking for a jiu jitsu gym that is local or looking to add another perspective of teaching to your fundamentals and knowledge, professor Art can well cater your needs at any level and age. read more

My daughter has been going here almost a month and she loves it, coach Art is amazing with getting the children to interact and understand in a way that's developmentally digestible per age group (my daughter is 4) in the span of less than a month she has grown more confident and learned sooo much already. I know that it's a great environment when my child looks forward and is excited to actually go to each session being that she's a very slow to warm(as in shy) child, and kids are very intuitive so, the vibes are positive I trust. I would absolutely highly recommend this to any parent, and have already lol read more

Amazing Jiu Jitsu classes!! Our two boys are signed up for classes here & we couldn't love it more! Great instructors! Our boys have already learned so much in the 4 weeks they have been going. So glad we found this place!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! read more

Come train at The Jiu-Jitsu Training Institute if you are interested in improving the quality or your life or your family's life! Professor Art is a knowledgeable, personable, family oriented owner whom is engaged in the growth and development of each student. He offers multiple classes for all ages and skill levels including some Muy Thai, and general self defense. The location is great and the facilities are clean! This is an awesome gym to train at! Come check it out! read more

The JJTI has been a Godsend for my son! We were looking for a place that was family friendly and welcoming for our 7 year old son. As soon as we walked in and met Coach Art, we knew right away. My son loves the JJTI and Coach Art. Coach Art is an awesome instructor and person. The kids in the program treat each other like family. They are kind, respectful, and teach other the techniques. I highly recommend the JJTI!!! read more

Coach Art is not only extremely knowledgeable, but a genuinely great person. From kids to adults, he is great at coaching and communicating. Not to mention the gym is kept very clean. If you're looking for a place to train, this is your place!!! read more

Is a great atmosphere and team work love it my son goes there. I see all ages and always with a smile

Amazing Gym, I have seen such a positive attitude on my little brother since attending. Keep up the amazing work!

Coach Art is so welcoming and patient with the children. I have been wanting to try this place out for some time now and I am so glad I finally took the leap. My son looks forward to class and truly enjoys his time there. I've tried other jiu jitsu gyms before and they do not compare to the environment coach art offers here at the jiu jitsu institute. read more

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Coach Art is an extremely knowledgeable and a respected black belt. I highly recommend The Jiujitsu training institute if you are curious in wanting to learn more about BJJ. Don't hold back this is a great investment in oneself and there's no better place then here at the JJTI. read more

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I can honestly say it's been a blessing finding a gym that's makes you feel at home. The lead instructor is extremely approachable and very friendly. My kids first language is Spanish and the instructor (also Spanish speaker) demonstrates patience and was willing to work with them and teach them. read more

Can't express how grateful we are to have found this gym for our family. The kids love going here, our instructors and the community they have created for all of us! read more

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Professor Art is a great person and a very inspirational coach and instructor to have. He's always looking for ways to improve humanity. He's also got some wicked and creative chokes which I, as a black belt, have been a victim of. Give them a visit! read more

Amazing place to learn Jiu Jitsu My daughter loves coming to class! Highly recommend read more

We started our son in January. He has progressed a lot since he has started. He has also learned better self control and how to channel his energy. Coach Art is amazing with kids and understands how to deal with kids that have specific issues or behavior challenges. I highly recommend JJTI for any kid or family. read more

My 4 yr old son, as most kids his age, has an abundance of energy. As a result we wanted to put him into some form of martial arts. We drove by JJTI and decided to drop in. We met Coach Art who is very professional, knowledgeable and good natured. We ultimately signed him up on a 3 month trial period. We just completed our 3 months and have nothing but praise for Coach Art. He is patient with a gentle firmness that my son appreciates and enjoys. Coach Art is very energetic and teaches with a playful enthusiasm that keeps the little guys from losing their focus. Today I just extended my sons classes for another 3 months. My family is thankful to Coach Art and his team. We look forward to more classes. I, myself, am also thinking of joining. read more

I recently signed my son up for jiu jitsu here and he absolutely loves it!! Coach art is so good and patient with the kids. Definitely recommend the jiu jitsu training institutuon. read more

Just started bringing my kids here ages 3 & 7. I love that they can do something together & they love it They look forward to coming to class. The coaches are awesome. If you have a little one bring them here Or even for yourself! They have all kinds of classes for everyone's needs! read more

Awesome place to train. Bring your kids here they will teach you jiujitsu and learn self defense