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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
4.9 ★★★★★ 134 Google reviews · BJJ gym in San Mateo, California
Part of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Membership memberships run around $40/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 3–16) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 10thplanetsm.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (415) 218-8848
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12:30–1:30 PM, 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12:30–1:30 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It teaches discipline, fitness, focus, respect, and the fundamentals of martial arts, helping young ones develop important life skills while staying active and engaged.”
“When I first signed my son up a couple of months ago, I thought it would simply help him get his energy out.”
“As a former high school wrestler, I was away from home and looking for a new martial arts gym to stay fit.”
“For me, 10th planet bridged the gap between technicality and physicality with its no gi style.”
“10th Planet San Mateo Jiu-Jitsu is hands down the best place to train, whether you're new to Jiu-Jitsu or a seasoned competitor.”
“Had some really good open mat rounds with skilled, respectful people.”
“The environment is perfect for both beginners and high-level players — you’re always surrounded by training partners who are supportive and willing to push you to be your best.”
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What members say
“If you’re thinking about starting jiu jitsu — with great people, great coaches, and a truly welcoming environment — I can’t recommend 10th Planet San Mateo enough.”
“The environment is perfect for both beginners and high-level players — you’re always surrounded by training partners who are supportive and willing to push you to be your best.”
“The environment is perfect for both beginners and high-level players — you’re always surrounded by training partners who are supportive and willing to push you to be your best.”
“It teaches discipline, fitness, focus, respect, and the fundamentals of martial arts, helping young ones develop important life skills while staying active and engaged.”
“10th Planet San Mateo Jiu-Jitsu is hands down the best place to train, whether you're new to Jiu-Jitsu or a seasoned competitor.”
“I dropped in for a Friday night class at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo while I was in town from Chicago, and I couldn’t have had a better experience.”
From the reviews
The gym has profoundly impacted my journey over the past three and a half years, especially in earning my blue belt. It's not just the physical training; it's the mental growth. I've learned to adapt in various situations, think outside the box, and approach challenges with a strategic mindset.
I’ve been training at 10th Planet San Mateo for about two months now, and I can honestly say it’s been an incredible experience from day one. I walked in completely new to jiu jitsu, and this gym has given me the perfect mix of structure, support, and challenge.
When I first signed my son up a couple of months ago, I thought it would simply help him get his energy out. Instead, he’s become a true fan of 10th Planet and now looks forward to every class.
10th Planet San Mateo Jiu-Jitsu is hands down the best place to train, whether you're new to Jiu-Jitsu or a seasoned competitor. The world-class instruction here sets the standard for excellence, with coaches who are not only incredibly skilled but also genuinely care about your growth.
New to BJJ? Start at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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