# Backbone BJJ > Corona, United States ## Overview **Name:** Backbone BJJ **Description:** 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. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 440 River Rd Unit B, Corona, CA Corona, VA 92880, United States **Email:** Backbonebjj@outlook.com **Website:** https://Www.backbonebjj.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backbone_bjj - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/backboneBJJ ## Hours of Operation - 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 ## Pricing ## Facilities & Amenities Kickboxing ## Instructors ### Ryan Hester - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** BJJ black belt, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Functional Range Conditioning mobility specialist. Ryan combines technical BJJ instruction with expert knowledge of body mechanics and injury prevention. ### Sara Hester - Purple **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Purple belt in BJJ, E-RYT certified Yoga Alliance instructor with an M.Ed. Sara brings a holistic approach to training, incorporating yoga and flexibility work into the curriculum. ## Programs ### Adult BJJ (Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi for adults of all skill levels **Classes:** ### Adult No-Gi/Wrestling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No-gi grappling and wrestling techniques for adults **Classes:** ### Kids BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program designed for children **Classes:** ### Kickboxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Stand-up striking training with kickboxing techniques **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/virginia/corona/backbone-bjj)