BJJ Gyms in Corona, United States

Backbone BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and kickboxing academy located in Corona, California, led by head instructor Ryan Hester, a BJJ black belt with over a decade of experience. Ryan is also a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Functional Range Conditioning mobility specialist, bringing a unique understanding of body mechanics and injury prevention to his teaching. The gym focuses on building a culture, community, and family atmosphere where students of all ages and skill levels can train together. Backbone BJJ offers comprehensive programs including adult BJJ (both gi and no-gi), kids BJJ, wrestling, and kickboxing classes. The academy emphasizes practical technique development, physical conditioning, and creating a supportive training environment. Ryan's background in physical therapy allows him to teach BJJ with special attention to proper movement patterns and injury prevention. Sara Hester, a purple belt and certified yoga instructor (E-RYT Yoga Alliance) with an M.Ed., also contributes to the academy's holistic approach to training. The gym offers a free trial class for new students and welcomes practitioners of all experience levels.