Total Jiu-Jitsu

(17 reviews)

1.8 mi

I love training at Flow State with Coach Eric and Coach Benny. They're both very professional,…read morepatient, and caring. Both of them take their time and make sure you understand what they just taught. They'll go over the move sequence as many times as you need them too. I started jiu-jitsu at an older age, so it hasn't always been easy to grasp certain things. I'm thankful to have them as my coaches because they are mindful of that. The gym is also beautifully made. It has an old school dojo vibe to it, which I love. It's a great place to start your jiu-jitsu education and continue it for a long time.

This academy is for both competition athletes and people wanting to start their jiu-jitsu journey…read more Come and experience it for yourself.

Eagle Rock Jiu Jitsu. Flow State Gym

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Eagle Rock Jiu Jitsu rolling

Legacy Glendale

(78 reviews)

0.3 mi

My daughter is 4 and absolutely loves training at Legacy Glendale Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The coaches…read moreare amazing with kids--patient, encouraging, and great at building both skills and confidence. I've noticed such a positive change in her focus, discipline, and willingness to try new things since starting. The classes are well-structured but still fun, which is perfect for younger kids. The environment is very family-friendly and welcoming, and the facility is always clean and organized. We're really happy we found this place and would definitely recommend it to other parents!

We absolutely love Legacy Glendale and the Tiny Champs program! Alex has been coming here for a few…read moremonths now and just earned his first stripe -- he was ecstatic! The coaches are incredibly patient, understanding, and truly take the time to teach the kids the fundamentals in a way that's both fun and empowering. Right now, they're learning how to defend themselves in "bully guard," which has been amazing for building Alex's confidence and awareness. The atmosphere here is so positive and supportive , you can tell the staff genuinely cares about each child's progress. Highly recommend Legacy Glendale to any parents looking for a program that combines discipline, confidence, and great energy!

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Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

4.7

(53 reviews)

0.6 mi

I've been training here since 2023, usually 2-3 times a week, and I can honestly say it's been an…read moreincredible experience. I mainly train with Professor Robert, but I've also taken classes with the other instructors -- every single one of them is extremely knowledgeable and has a unique ability to break down complex concepts into something that's easy to understand, even for beginners. What really stands out is how welcoming the community is. From experienced members to complete beginners, everyone is encouraging, helpful, and makes you feel right at home from day one. The facility is always clean, and having showers on site is a huge plus! The sense of community here is second to none -- you don't just learn jiu-jitsu, you become part of a family. If you're on the fence about trying Gracie Barra Glendale, let this be your sign to give it a shot. You won't regret it!

I had an awesome experience dropping in with GB Glendale while visiting a friend who trains there…read more Professor Robert Hill and his team made me feel so very welcome and made sure I was matched up with a skilled drilling partner who gave great feedback. We worked some good half-guard sweeps and principles and did some fun positional sparring to put the skills to practice. Great welcoming culture with diverse skill ranges and backgrounds. The facilities were super nice, the mats were clean and in great shape (despite the street construction which necessitated the front of the building be boarded up, so you may need to enter through the back). And it was nice to have showers to clean up before my 4 hour drive back home. Bonus for great location with lots of good post-training food options to get protein and carbs! Would happily recommend this to anyone visiting LA, or looking for a new place to train in the Glendale neighborhood! Great family feel. Will visit again for sure!

Drilling partners discussing the technique of the day.

Our GB1 class in session.

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Professor Robert demonstrating the technique of the day.

Ukiyo Academy

(17 reviews)

1.5 mi

Had the pleasure to work with Raf and Micky during open gym. It was amazing to see all ages meet…read moreand have fun together. The place itself is modern and clean. The team is communicative and organize. Thank you Ukiyo team for an awesome time!

We live a few cities away... And there's a bjj gym right down the street from our neighborhood and…read moreeven a few more in between, BUT Ukiyo is our "home." Before my wife and I ever got pregnant, we always knew our little one would be in bjj. Fast forward to present day, our little girl is now 4yo, and we found our home gym here. Right away we immediately connected with Raf and Mickey. They are the sweetest people. And they made our little girl and us feel safe and right at home. We feel so comfortable here and can't help but it feel that our family circle just got bigger. For myself, I have been in and out of bjj for the last 15 years and really haven't stepped on the mat for the last 6-7 years. My wife was actually the one that found this wonderful place from a Facebook post and after reaching out and meeting R&M, we knew that it was only right this is where I was going to pick up where I left off and step back into my jiu jitsu journey. 15 years ago, I started in a gi, went into more no-gi, and now come full circle back into the gi and tradition. The dojo itself is beautiful and all the adult students we've met are also so welcoming. Mickey's taste def shows in the overall aesthetics and is on point holding things behind the scenes and planning all the fun events. Raf's teachings are very clear, concise and have real depth which you definitely can see comes from a place of passion and long love and history with the art. It is an honor to be a student under him. The other kids in the younger classes are all so good with our baby girl. After her first class, she couldn't stop talking about all her new "friends." The modest size of the dojo and number of students encourages a more intimate learning enviroment and greater level of intimacy and respect. There is no ego here. Everyone and the overall energy here is so wholesome and feels more about cultivating the art, tradition well as a community. Needless to say, we are so happy to have found family in Ukiyo Academy. OSS! p.s. we love this place!

Thursday nights are our favorite day of the week at the academy

Ukiyo academy is beginner-friendly and first-timers are given a personalized experience for jiu jitsu to make sure it is enjoyable and safe

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Siblings who roll together, stick together

Kaizen BJJ Academy

(8 reviews)

2.6 mi

I've been training with Axel Gibson for a couple years now and his new place is awesome. There is…read moreplenty of room on the mats so there are no issues with bumping into training partners. The facility is really nice in a cool area. Axel's technique is cutting edge to say the least. Everything I thought I knew, Axel's approach usually has a much better sequence. You're learning modern Brazilian Jiu Jitsu that emphasizes control over the opponent so it translates very well into MMA and self defense and of course grappling tournaments. Axel is well versed in Muay Thai and MMA as well so any concerns outside of a grappling tournaments in terms of technique are easily addressed. He's one of the most well studied Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners I've ever been around and has answers within the meta and the traditional approaches.

Axel is a beast of a coach and def will help your game improve! The overall energy of the gym is…read morefantastic and exactly what I look for when training. Highly recommend training here!

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Eagle Rock Jiu-Jitsu Academy

(28 reviews)

3.8 mi

We've had such a positive experience with this academy and highly recommend it to any parent…read moreconsidering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for their kids. What makes this place special is the culture the coaches have created -- it's encouraging, respectful and very warm. Coaches Edson, Ethan, and Tristan are outstanding with the kids. They are patient, attentive, and truly invested in every student's development. My child really looks forward to class because the coaches make it a fun environment. The academy teaches kids how to stay calm under pressure, work through difficult moments, and keep trying even when something feels hard. Those lessons carry far beyond the mats and will make a difference in the real world. Sometimes, we even have Professor Carrao teach the kids a move or two so it's a real treat! The instruction is excellent, the environment is positive, and the sense of community is amazing! This academy is doing a fantastic job developing strong, respectful, and confident kids while teaching high-level Jiu-Jitsu. We're incredibly grateful for this amazing academy!

Over the past year, our son has been attending Eagle Rock Jujitsu, and the experience has been…read morenothing short of incredible. Through the art of jujitsu, he's learned so much more than just self-defense--he's gained confidence, discipline, focus, and resilience. It's been amazing to watch his growth both on and off the mat. The coaches (Edson, Tristan and, Ethan) at Eagle Rock Jujitsu have played a huge role in this journey. Their dedication to the development of each child is evident in every class. They're patient, supportive, and always push the kids to be their best--not just as athletes, but as individuals. Professor Carrão has created a warm, welcoming environment that extends far beyond the training mats. His academy is a place where children and families feel seen, supported, and part of a larger community. It's a rare and special thing. I see you, Bobby! We feel incredibly lucky to have such a top-tier jujitsu academy right here in Eagle Rock, bordering Highland Park. Our hope is that our son continues his jujitsu journey well into adulthood under the guidance and mentorship of Professor Carrão and his amazing team!

Professor Rapha warming up before a competition match

IBJJF Open

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Frogtown Jiu-Jitsu

(8 reviews)

2.6 mi

Amazing place to train. I'm dropping in from San Jose, CA and always hear my coach Matt talking…read moreabout Paul. I went in the AM class and Dom (10x world champ btw) was teaching which was awesome. Super friendly people and a mix of different training partners. Facility and mats were very clean. Lots of cubbies to place your gym bag and benches to sit down. I highly recommend! Thank you Dom, Paul, and Frogtown!

I joined the gym with no prior jiu-jitsu experience and could not be happier. Paul is a walking…read moreencyclopedia of jiu-jitsu knowledge and also super down to earth and completely approachable. He's always been willing to answer questions and provide additional instruction and suggestions, which I have found extremely helpful as someone completely new to the art. The gym is beautiful and full of natural light, mats are always clean and there are multiple changing rooms and restrooms, plus a shower. Another important highlight for me has been that the gym fosters a very welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. As someone starting without any prior experience, I never felt any intimidation whatsoever. Everyone I've met at the gym and trained with has been incredibly friendly and encouraging, which has contributed to an already great experience. My only complaint - I wish Paul had opened the gym years ago!

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Waves Jiu Jitsu

(9 reviews)

1.0 mi

This is where you EARN your belt, not just GET a belt! Hard work and dedication is what it's all…read moreabout. Bruises, sweat and soreness is true confirmation you're doing something right. Professionalism and integrity is what will make this gym thrive. Professor Dan is an exceptional human who has a heart of gold and treats every person with the highest level of respect and truly believes whether your a black belt or white belt, everyone is here to learn. The benefit of this gym being small is you actually do get the training you need to succeed in your jujitsu career. Don't believe me? Just let the WAVES guide you!

Dan Spence is one of the warmest and most knowledgeable Jiu-Jitsu professors I've had the privilege…read moreof training with. His technical skill is remarkable, but what truly sets him apart is the way he encourages students to develop their own style. I deeply appreciate how he tracks my progress, holds me accountable, and pushes me to improve. This is more than just a BJJ school--Dan is building a community of people who not only love the sport but genuinely care for one another. The investment in each other's growth, both on and off the mats, is undeniable, and I can't think of a better place to be to grow as a fighter and as a man.

Look what the "Waves" brought in...

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KD MMA

(15 reviews)

0.8 mi

I go to the Montrose location and I take the boxing with Mike and Freddy. They make it accessible…read morefor all levels and you learn REAL boxing. Great class. 10/10

Great gym, my son has been going for 6months and his confidence and skill have been sharpened by…read morethe great coaches at KDMMA

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Kenam Fighting Club

(30 reviews)

0.6 mi

A really nice place. Would definitely recommend. Lots of choices between judo boxing etc. Includes…read morea lot of equipment. Almost anything you can think of. Coaches there are amazing. Very determined people.

Great gym! I wanted my son in Sambo because I took Sambo from 9-18 years old. Coach Aram offers not…read moreonly Sambo. But, other disciplines as well. Including MMA on Saturdays. His gym is well accomplished & kmown for Judo as well! Keep up the good work Coach!!!!

2011 Winter Nationals Champions!

Coach Aram receiving AJJIF certification

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Kenam's Wrestling 1st Place Winners.

Camp Adventurewood

Locally owned & operated

My son attended his first season at Camp Adventurewood in 2023 - it was his first experience at a…read moresummer camp and he was a little nervous and shy but all his counselors made him feel so welcome and comfortable and after the first day he was hooked! He loved the variety of activities and made so many new friends. He came home with fun stories each day. I loved that they offered a variety of options from 2 days/week to 5 days. We returned last summer and an unexpected and sudden medical event threw our summer for a loop. They were beyond kind and accommodating. Michael, the owner, personally made sure we were taken care of at a very scary time and was just incredibly kind and communicative. I can't thank him and his staff enough for the support. I would recommend this camp for any family. Its like a classic, old-school summer day camp experience!

My son attended Adventurewood camp for the first time this week. For the most part he enjoyed…read morehimself -- particularly the characters they introduce throughout the week. However, we decided to pull him out for next week because of a very disturbing situation. He shared that a counselor had pushed him with both hands on his shoulders during a capture the flag activity. He had dropped his flag and was putting it back on when a counselor (he didn't know her name) pushed him back hard enough to make him lose his balance and fall. She also barked "you need to reset!" She didn't ask if he was ok or help him up. You'd think if this was an accidental push and he fell over she would say something like "sorry bud are you ok? Here let me help you up" but nope, not a word. A friend he's attending camp with witnessed the whole incident. Since I pick them both up in the afternoons they both recounted this situation to me and both of them noted how inappropriate her behavior was. I immediately reached out to Michael, the owner of the camp. He said he wanted to identify this counselor and get her side of the story. Understandable. My son felt uncomfortable going back the next day but I reassured him it would be handled and offered to drop him off in the morning and stick around to talk to Michael and the counselor. I wanted him to feel safe. Michael identified her (her name is Carson) and said he wanted to talk to her first, which he did a few feet away from me. I heard her say she didn't push him. They then walked over to me and she again denied everything. So we asked both kids to come over and recount what happened. They both did -- in front of her -- and reiterated she pushed him. She denied even touching him. So Michael suggests at this point that perhaps it was an accident and my son responds by saying "how do you push someone like that by accident?!" No response. So I ask her, are you saying these kids are lying? She again said she didn't touch him and at this point we send the kids away. I'm incensed because not only does she gaslight both of them to their face but tells this bold faced lie to her boss in front of the campers and me. I tell her I believe them and I think she's the one lying. At this point she gives me this dirty look - angry, irritated and almost rolls her eyes at me. I turn to Michael and say "and now she's giving ME an attitude?!" Unbelievable. In a follow up call, he tells me how good of a person she is and that this is shocking for him to hear but that she doesn't seem like someone who would do something like this...that she's getting her teacher credentials and he knows her really well. I am getting the vibe he doesn't actually believe any of this and he sounds very skeptical. I respond by telling him that it's almost always surprising when people exhibit bad behavior and that even teachers do bad things...that doesn't make her any more credible in my eyes. He acknowledged that. In fact, it's worse because I would be really concerned to have someone like that teaching a kid. Lack of empathy, accountability, and integrity. I mean, I think it's great he's trying to have her back but there are moments in life when you need to draw a line and act swiftly...these are one of those moments. Because ultimately, this impacts the reputation of your camp. I told him that it would be good to offer training to his staff in case this ever happens again in the future and honestly he sounded baffled and asked me to clarify...I said well maybe tell your staff not to give dirty looks to a mom who's clearly upset that her son just got pushed by a grown adult at summer camp?? I told him that the response to this situation could've resulted in a totally different outcome. Had she said something like "I really don't recall pushing you but if I inadvertently did and made you feel bad I'm sorry - I didn't mean to do that" - I would've went home that morning feeling fine about the situation. When I told him this he said that he's not going to police all her reactions, that she's still young, that she's still learning and made all kinds of excuses for her. Exhausting. Apparently she got a "warning" and will sit out of the flag activity (umm, ok...). He seems like a smart guy and wish him nothing but success in the future and I was earnestly trying to offer advice for how to handle a situation like this better but it fell on deaf ears. I really hope that some kind of learning comes out of this for both of them. Oh and to top it off, my son's friend told her mom that Carson was giving her looks several times throughout the day today and when she asked what kind she said "side eye" looks. NOT COOL. My son also said she was kind of mean to him but wondering why they were even in close proximity when Michael said they'd absolutely be separated and would not see each other? Validates we both made the right choice by pulling them both out. He offered a refund but I'm still pissed about the situation.

Campers row their canoes in search of battery-operated fish.

The campers erupt in cheers at Camp Adventurewood!

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Megan and Giovanni's Troop of campers arrive at the campsite.

Camp Galileo Burbank

(19 reviews)

3.8 mi

They are now officially a scam. I paid $1600 for two kids... then I asked for a refund before the…read morecamp started. They refused to refund (in the mean time, they received MILLIONS in taxpayer loans) then filed for bankruptcy.

My son did the Go Kart summer quest camp and loved it. Each day he would come home excited about…read moreadding the wheels, adding the seat from noodles, painting it. We ordered lunch this week of camp and with him being such a picky eater, we were pleasantly surprised that he ate it most days. He is on the autism spectrum/Asperger Mann and the team at Galileo was so good with him. My daughter who is 7 also did camp (her first year) and she has already asked to come back next year. We thought it was a great experience for our kids but it is expensive.

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Sparr Heights Community Center

(5 reviews)

4.7 mi

David and Jose were great!! Great customer service, super friendly, amazing food, really friendly…read moreand interacted well with our staff. A definite would do again!

This is a newly remodeled community center which has done a great job in preserving the original…read morearchitecture of the building. The staff is very cooperative. The facility is very bright clean and has a very fresh feel about it. They offer classes for seniors which is only a dollar. You have to join and the membership is only $10 for one year which is a great bargain!!! I have met some very nice people. There is no parking lot for this facility so you park on the streets. Be aware of the time limit and parking and Glendale is notorious for giving out tickets if you don't curb your wheels.

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The Electric Voyage - Marina Del Rey

What a perfect afternoon out on the Marina. This experience was literally turnkey. Our boat arrived…read moreon the dot at our scheduled departure time. We were given a quick overview of the boat mechanics and safety equipment and boating etiquette. The boat was fully stocked with soft drinks and a phenomenal charcuterie that we were able to arrange as an "add on" and decorated for our friends birthday. This was a seamless and top notch experience. Adriana and her team clearly know what they are doing and are completely dialed in to make your day putting around the Marina as effortless as possible. You will not be sorry and should not hesitate to book your trip with The Electric Voyage.

Went with my 10-year-old daughter and my 10-year-old goddaughter and had the best time. The…read moreelectric boat was smooth, quiet, and very kid-friendly perfect for a relaxing ride around the marina. We added the charcuterie and s'mores package when booking online, and it was totally worth it. The kids loved it! Staff were kind, patient, and made us feel comfortable before heading out. Such a great family-friendly experience and a really special memory.