My experience at UCS has been phenomenal. I could not be happier at any other gym. The environment…read moreis friendly and welcoming to anyone coming from any background. Myself personally having zero martial art experience, found it very difficult to begin and get a hold of everything. Coach Jamar and the students have been incredibly insightful walking me through all of the drills and ensuring everyone gets their reps in properly before moving onto the next. Having both morning and evening classes which start at 6pm is perfect for those 9-5 workers looking to get a good workout in. Since joining, it has been the best decision for my life. I've lost weight, gotten stronger and feel the best Ive ever felt. I look forward to every day inside such an enthusiastic and competitive environment created by a wonderful instructor pushing everyone to be the best they can be. UCS for the win! Also shoutout Eddie and Aaron for being such wonderful Kids class coaches. It's a great feeling coming in everyday to see such passionate teachers empowering the youth and next generation.

I initially moved to this area in October '22 and did a couple trial runs at a few of the…read moresurrounding schools before settling on the UCS academy in March '23. This academy is a rare gem for a few reasons, 1. There's an equal balance of Gi & Nogi BJJ. 2. The school also offers Muay Thai, Judo, Strength & Conditioning, and MMA classes. (Rare combo to find) 3. The academy has a great class schedule ranging from AM to PM classes. (Also hard to find) 4. The level of detailed coaching literally from any of the instructors is second to none. 5. Above all, the community is one of the most welcoming and family oriented which is a core value that trickles down from the owner - something I personally look for in a school. Whether you are starting your martial art journey or continuing it, this is a top notch place to do it at.

Beware of their 60 cancellation policy requirements. They will not consider the duration of time…read moreyou've been enrolled. It's a good program but after a while it becomes redundant. Also never really felt like my children learned real self defense skills.

I'm writing this review not to be negative or cause problems but because I hope it creates some…read morekind of change. I trained at GB Upland for about four years. I was consistent, sometimes training twice a day, and I competed around 7 times, always placing gold or silver. I trained through injuries, balanced family life, and showed up ready to help others on and off the mat. I gave a lot to this place. What really pushed me to leave was a comment from Professor Ana. She told me, "I don't really see you at class that often." That hit me hard, because I knew how much time I'd put in. I plan to post my attendance card and medals not to brag but to show that I was showing up, even on days I was hurting. That comment made me step back and look at things more clearly. Over time, I started noticing a lot of favoritism. Certain families especially those who are friends with the owners or have kids that compete get more attention, more praise, and more support. I understand why competitors are highlighted. They represent the gym. But let's be honest the people who pay monthly, train consistently, and support the academy from the ground up deserve just as much respect. If you use words like "we," "family," or "community," that should apply to everybody not just a few. I also heard stories from people especially at CompNet tournaments who didn't have a coach in their corner when it was time to compete. Some had to wait. Others had no one. That's rough, especially when you're out there nervous and relying on your school to back you up. And it wasn't just adults. In the kids' classes too, who gets more attention often depends on how involved their parents are with the school not just how hard the kid trains. When you see it enough, it starts to feel off. Injuries are expected in this sport I've had two or three myself. But I'm always upfront about them. I let the professor or coach know before class, and I let my partner know too. I want to protect myself and others. But not everyone trains like that. There are some people who roll with ego and try to prove something every time and they end up injuring other students. I know at least one person who hurt multiple people and is still there. I'm not naming names, but in my opinion, one person shouldn't be allowed to ruin the experience for so many. Another thing that started bothering me was the 60-day cancellation policy. After doing some research and talking with people from other schools including other Gracie Barra locations I found that most have a 30-day policy, no contracts, and more flexible options. For people who are dealing with financial stress or personal issues, being forced to pay for two extra months feels like it's about money, not community. Then there's the issue of people with prior martial arts experience competing in lower-level brackets. I'm not hating on anyone's success. Like I said, I've competed and done well. But when someone barely trains at the gym, walks into a competition with a big advantage, and then gets praised like they just climbed Mount Everest it's hard to watch. I stayed quiet about it for a long time, but it didn't sit right with me. I've always earned everything whether in the Army or in Jiu Jitsu through effort and integrity. I want to be part of a gym where that kind of value actually means something. Since leaving, several people have reached out to me privately, saying they've felt the same way but didn't want to speak up. I've also run into former students who said they stopped going for the same reasons. The feelings I had weren't just mine. Leaving wasn't easy. I made a lot of good friends. I had a routine. I still love the sport. And to be fair, the coaches themselves are very knowledgeable and talented. That was one of the best parts of being there. They made training enjoyable and challenging. This review isn't an attack it's just my truth. At the end of the day, for my own mental well-being, I needed to go somewhere I'd feel genuinely valued not just as a student, but as a person. If you're reading this and thinking about joining go see it for yourself. But if you're already there and you've noticed some of the same things, just know you're not alone. -- Rod

Been training for decades but stopped. Dropped in due to a recommendation from…read morea buddy. Stayed because I accidentally joined a family that tries to choke me with love. Claremont BJJ is the perfect mix of discipline, technique, and "wow I really need to stretch more." The instructors break things down clearly, whether you're brand new or trying to level up your guard game. Zero ego, high respect, and everyone's there to get better, not to collect gym tap trophies. Clean mats, structured classes, solid fundamentals. You'll leave humbled, sweaty, and somehow already planning your next class. 10/10 would get gently folded again.

Great place to learn. Great environment focuses on what you need to know rather than some program…read more The instructor is willing to work with each person and create a custom program tailored to their needs. I have 20 years of martial arts experience, and I would recommend this place to people of all skill sets. Jiu-Jitsu is the perfect martial art for the smaller weaker person, and it's not extremely tiring or physically demanding. This place trains a more relaxed and disciplined trade, s o there is little to no chance of injury.

Truly amazing gym! Been to a few different gyms and both kids and adult classes are top tiers. So…read moremany black belts on the Mat, so many world champions. Kids class is always taught by black belts. Love the gym, love the people, love my coach Lucas Leite. Very humble and kind human being.

I was in the area for a family vacation and was able to drop-in on the Wednesday 6am gi class (I…read morehad made a mistake and only brought no gi stuff). I had DMed the academies instagram a few days prior and heard back very quickly. I was greeted by professor Elder, very cool and nice guy. I was caught of guard when I saw everyone in their gi's (MWF gi) as I must have seen an old schedule that said it was no gi. I would have been happy to just watch the instruction but Professor Elder asked one of the students to take his gi top off and allow me to get reps in. He went over some awesome techniques - explained very well: conceptually and fundamentally sound. Class was structured into warm-ups, techniques, positional sparring, and live rounds. This academy is full or killers of all ages, shapes, sizes and skill levels! It was a pleasure to meet everyone. Thank you for the hospitality and the rolls!

The staff is amazing very family-oriented and family-friendly environment. Not only are the coaches…read morefor their kids classes great the environment that they have their makes the kids excel not only in jujitsu but in life in general.

I recently had a work meeting in the area and wanted to join a drop in class to get a work out in…read moreand roll with new partners. I was a bit intimidated at first, but the professor was friendly and quickly made me feel at home. He did not charge me a drop in fee and did not insist i purchase anything. Every single person greeted me and took me in like I had been part of the team for a long time. The Friday lunch class was filled with a lot of skilled players and I had a great time learning the move of the day (which I immediately started using). The class ended with 45 minutes of rolls to which I was grateful for as I rarely get to roll NOGI. I would highly recommend this school for its great training atmosphere and friendly team. Thank you Professor and Team Logic BJJ.

Great place for kids to learn! Visited my sister last week and saw my nephew train, I wish they had…read moremore locations. My nephew has learned a lot of take downs and even practices his drills at home. it's not just for boys, I saw a little girl who looked like she was maybe 2-3 years old on the mat and she was doing great

Every class is taught by legit IBJJF black belt world champion Jackson Nagai. New construction,…read moremodern, and super clean. Truly amazing gym.

Been training here for a month now and love it. Professor Javier is a great instructor and the…read moretraining is practical and relevant for self defense and sports BJJ. The BJJ instruction ties in well with striking and teaches you how to apply BJJ techniques in an environment where punches are being thrown. Everyone here is chill and it has a great vibe. Would definitely recommend.

Family atmosphere, very chill, clear instructions. Everyone…read moreis very welcoming and eager to help out.

I enrolled my daughter when Alliance opened in 2024, and she is now 8 years old and absolutely…read morethriving in jiu-jitsu. Professor Mayra, Coach Ryan, and Coach Valeria are incredibly well-versed in their art and do an excellent job teaching and motivating children. Because of them, my daughter now competes and is doing very well. I also want to highlight Miss Mari--she is amazing with everyone, always kind, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. She truly adds to the positive experience at Alliance. Alliance Upland has created a wonderful family environment that makes you feel supported from day one. I recently decided to enroll myself in the women's-only fundamentals class on Saturdays, and I had an amazing time. Thank you to everyone at Alliance for your love, encouragement, and support. If you're thinking about joining, don't hesitate--you'll love it here.

We are beyond grateful to have found Alliance Jiu Jitsu. From the very first day, everyone here --…read morefrom the instructors to the students -- has been incredibly kind, welcoming, and supportive. My child has developmental delays and had a really difficult experience at her first gym, which made us very hesitant to try again. Alliance Jiu Jitsu completely changed that for us. The instructors are patient, understanding, and truly accepting. They meet her where she is, encourage her, and make her feel safe and valued. The other students have also been amazing -- respectful, kind, and inclusive in a way that genuinely means so much to our family. Now, she is excited to go to class, excited to see everyone, and excited to learn. Watching her confidence grow in such a positive environment has been incredibly special. This gym is more than just a place to train -- it feels like a community that truly cares. If you're looking for a gym with skilled instructors, a welcoming atmosphere, and a heart for every student, I can't recommend Alliance Jiu Jitsu enough.