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Carlson Gracie Wine Country

Carlson Gracie Wine Country Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was founded in January 2017 and is now co-owned by Asa Russell and Salvatore Spinelli, who became sole proprietors in January 2023. The academy is part of the prestigious Carlson Gracie lineage, carrying on the legacy of one of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's most influential families. Located in the Redhawk Business Park in Temecula, California, the gym serves the surrounding communities including Murrieta, Lake Village, Rainbow, and Fallbrook.

The academy offers a welcoming environment that balances competitive training with a positive, ego-free atmosphere. Students train not just to become skilled martial artists, but to build lasting friendships and grow as individuals. The school's teaching philosophy focuses on personalized instruction with a favorable coach-to-student ratio, ensuring that every member receives individual attention and tailored guidance toward their goals—whether that's competition success, self-defense skills, personal fitness, or building confidence.

The coaching staff is led by Professor Asa Russell and Professor Salvatore Spinelli, both 1st Degree Black Belts under Tom Cronin in the Carlson Gracie lineage. Professor Asa is a retired Marine with 25 years of service who trained under multiple distinguished instructors including Vitor Ribeiro, Nicholas Walters, Gustavo Machado, and Ricardo Guimaraes. Professor Sal is an active competitor with expertise in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and additional black belt instruction in Wing Chun and Filipino Martial Arts (Kali/Arnis/Eskrima). Both instructors are dedicated to providing quality fundamental instruction in a safe, positive, and enriching atmosphere.
32828 Wolf Store Rd, Temecula, CA 92592
Temecula, United States 92592
(951) 795-4981
CarlsonGracieWC@gmail.com
temeculajiujitsu.com
Up to 6 classes per day, 6 days a week
Beginner-Friendly Competition Team Morning Classes Evening Classes Weekend Classes Sport BJJ Kids Programs Women's Programs
Beginner-Friendly
Gi & No-Gi
Kids Classes
Women-Only Classes

Head Instructor

SS

Salvatore Spinelli

Black Belt 1 Stripe

Hours
monday 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
tuesday 4:30 AM - 8:30 PM
wednesday 4:30 AM - 8:30 PM
thursday 4:30 AM - 8:30 PM
friday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
saturday 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
sunday Closed

Facilities

Mats
Changing rooms

Sports Offered

BJJ
Nogi

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