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Backbone BJJ

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.
440 River Rd Unit B, Corona, CA
Corona, United States 92880
Up to 2 classes per day, 6 days a week
Gi & No-Gi
Kids Classes
Wrestling

Head Instructor

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Ryan Hester

Black Belt

Hours
monday 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
tuesday 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
wednesday 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
thursday 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
friday 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
saturday 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
sunday Closed

Facilities

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Sports Offered

BJJ
Nogi
Wrestling
Kickboxing

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