BJJ in San Diego

10th Planet San Diego, CA

Train with the 10th Planet Freaks under black belt Richie “Boogeyman” Martinez and receive the best jiu jitsu training in San Diego! We offer world class no-gi jiu jitsu training for all levels. Whether you have goals of competing against the world’s best, getting in shape, or learning something new, 10th Planet is for everyone. A submission orientated competitor, Richie comes from a breakdancing background and quickly adapted to the 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu system, creating a flexible and explosive style with his brother Geo “Freakahzoid” Martinez known as the 10th Planet Freaks.

99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ

At 99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu isn’t just a hobby – it’s a way of life. Our San Diego Jiu-Jitsu school constantly strives to be the best, with hands-on instruction from highly-experienced instructors, a modern training space, and a commitment to the individual improvement of each and every student. We uphold an encouraging and uplifting environment, and above all else, want to see you succeed. If you join 99 HQ, you’ll not only grow as an athlete, but you’ll grow tremendously as a person.

Alliance San Diego

Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego is San Diego's leading training center for kids, teens, and adults, offering world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction in a safe, supportive, and competitive environment. Part of the legendary Alliance team — a proud 14x World Champion organization with over 300 affiliates worldwide — Alliance San Diego continues the tradition of excellence established by master instructors who have shaped the sport globally. Led by Professor João "Johnny" Faria, a black belt with over 30 years of experience and 23 years as a black belt, Alliance San Diego provides structured programs for all ages starting from 3.5 years old. Professor Faria is a multi-time IBJJF medalist and respected coach who oversees three successful academies in the San Diego area (Alliance San Diego, Alliance Carlsbad, and Alliance Chula Vista). His teaching style blends old-school fundamentals with modern techniques, always focused on growth, community, and respect. Alliance San Diego offers comprehensive programs including Toddlers (3.5-5), Youth BJJ (6-12), Youth Competition, Youth Muay Thai, Adult BJJ, No-Gi, Women's Only BJJ, and Competition Class. The academy features a large, clean facility with multiple training areas, an experienced coaching staff including black belts Jena Bishop (3rd degree), Marcos Lopes, Vando Silva (3rd degree), and Dustin Wooldridge, plus dedicated instructors at brown and purple belt levels. Whether training for fitness, self-defense, or competition, students join a welcoming family atmosphere where high-level athletes train alongside beginners.

Barum Jiu-Jitsu San Diego

Barum Jiu-Jitsu San Diego is a family-run Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in the Morena area of San Diego. Founded by the Barum family, the gym has built a reputation for treating students like family, with reviews consistently praising the welcoming, patient, and caring environment created by the instructors. The academy offers flexible training schedules with classes throughout the day, including early morning sessions, midday classes, and evening training. They provide a comprehensive program structure with classes for kids (ages 6-9), juniors (10+), and adults, as well as specialized Women's Only classes on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings. The gym teaches both gi and no-gi jiu-jitsu, with dedicated no-gi classes on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. Open mat sessions are available on Friday evenings and throughout the weekend. The Barum family leads instruction at the academy, with multiple instructors including Alfredo Barum, Victoria Barum, Gustavo Zarichta, Neco Carvalho, and Graziela Barum. Students consistently describe the teaching style as patient and welcoming for all skill levels, from complete beginners to competitive athletes. The gym emphasizes building camaraderie and creating a fun, safe learning environment while maintaining high-quality technical instruction. With a 5.0 rating across Google, Yelp, and Facebook from over 550 reviews, Barum Jiu-Jitsu has established itself as one of San Diego's premier BJJ academies for students of all ages and skill levels.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Fabio Santos

Fabio Santos’ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy has become the most renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school in San Diego. Fabio Santos is dedicated to preserving, and passing on to his students, the quality and integrity of the Jiu-Jitsu he was taught by the Gracie Family in Brazil. Fabio has over 35 years of teaching and competing experience. He is one of only a few Red and Black belts in the world. Fabios Jiu-Jitsu Academy provides classes taught only by black belts hand picked and trained by him. He is frequently there to train with, and promote students.

City Boxing

City Boxing is the ORIGINAL martial arts school in Downtown San Diego, established in 2001 and located in the East Village. With over 40 structured training classes every week, City Boxing offers comprehensive training in Boxing, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for all levels from beginner to advanced. The gym prides itself on being led by world-class professional fighters who are actively competing and coaching, making them authentic experts in their disciplines. The training philosophy at City Boxing centers on developing fighters through dedicated instruction rather than relying on big-name athletes for reputation. The gym maintains a hard-core environment with controlled, professional training where safety is the primary concern. Classes run from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM during weekdays, with trainers who are courteous and focused on helping members achieve their fitness and fighting goals. The facility welcomes a diverse membership including college students, downtown professionals, military personnel, and a strong co-ed community. The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program is headed by Carlos Baruch Ferreira, a black belt under the legendary Carlson Gracie. Baruch brings world-championship credentials and extensive MMA coaching experience, having trained fighters for the UFC, EliteXC, and WEC. His lineage includes training alongside legends like Vitor Belfort, Anderson Silva, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, and Paulo Filho at Carlson Gracie's Team and Team Nova Uniao. Baruch is a 2023 World No-Gi IBJJF Champion and multiple-time Pan-American and international champion in both gi and no-gi competition.

Five Peaks Jiu-Jitsu

Five Peaks Jiu Jitsu is a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in the Tierrasanta area of San Diego, California. The gym provides comprehensive training in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing both self-defense applications and sport competition techniques. Five Peaks focuses on creating a welcoming community where practitioners can improve their self-confidence, health, and defensive capabilities through structured Jiu-Jitsu training. The academy's approach integrates fundamental Jiu-Jitsu techniques with skill-building exercises and physical conditioning. Five Peaks emphasizes understanding concepts and principles over simply memorizing movements, allowing every practitioner to evolve their game for life. The training methodology is rooted in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu traditions, which were developed from Judo's ground fighting techniques (Newaza) and refined by the Gracie family to focus on balance and leverage rather than strength and speed. Five Peaks Jiu Jitsu offers programs for all ages and experience levels, from young children through adults. The kids program provides a safe and engaging environment where children can learn discipline, social skills, and physical fitness while having fun. Adult classes are designed to be accessible for beginners while remaining challenging for seasoned practitioners, with experienced instructors adept at breaking down techniques for all skill levels.