# Camarillo Jiu-Jitsu > Bakersfield, United States ## Overview **Name:** Camarillo Jiu-Jitsu **Description:** Camarillo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the top competition Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu schools in the United States, located in Bakersfield, California. Founded and led by Professor Daniel Camarillo, the academy has established itself as a premier training facility for both competitive athletes and recreational practitioners. With a national and international competition pedigree, Camarillo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has produced numerous champions and maintains a strong presence in the BJJ competition scene. Professor Daniel Camarillo, the owner and head instructor, brings over 40 years of competition and coaching experience to the academy. He has strategically combined his intense Judo background with technical Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to create a unique training methodology. His approach provides students with a comprehensive grappling education suitable for competition, self-defense, fitness, or recreational training. The academy's instructors are required to be SafeSport trained, a program developed and supported by the U.S. Olympic Committee, ensuring a safe and professional learning environment. The academy offers classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi and No-Gi) and Judo for kids, men, and women, with 28 classes per week across various skill levels. Camarillo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is known for its welcoming and supportive family atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for beginners while maintaining the high-level instruction that advanced students and competitors require. The facility features over 2,300 square feet of mat space, providing ample room for training. The academy's philosophy emphasizes respect, confidence, coordination, self-discipline, patience, and teamwork, fostering both technical skill development and personal growth. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 811 19th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Bakersfield, CA 93301, United States **Phone:** 661-201-3346 **Website:** https://www.camarillojj.com **Social Media:** - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camarillojj - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@armhunter ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Tuesday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Wednesday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Thursday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Saturday: Closed - Sunday: Closed ## Instructors ### Daniel Camarillo - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Owner and head instructor of Camarillo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with over 40 years of competition and coaching experience. Known for strategically combining intense Judo techniques with technical Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Professor Camarillo has built one of the top competition schools in the United States, emphasizing both competitive excellence and a welcoming family atmosphere. ## Programs ### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all skill levels from beginners to competitors. Focus on fundamental techniques, positional control, and submissions. ### No-Gi Grappling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No-Gi grappling classes focusing on techniques without the traditional gi. Fast-paced training that emphasizes grip fighting, wrestling, and submission grappling. ### Judo **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Judo training emphasizing throws, takedowns, and ground techniques. Leverages Professor Camarillo's extensive Judo background and competition experience. ### Kids Program **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Youth classes teaching respect, confidence, coordination, self-discipline, patience, and teamwork through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. --- **Last Updated:** March 03, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/california/bakersfield/camarillo-jiu-jitsu)