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10th Planet San Jose Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · BJJ gym in San Jose, 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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 10thplanetsj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 650-208-8637
Hours
| Monday | 8:30–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12:30–1:30 pm, 8:30–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12:30–1:30 pm, 8:30–9:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He's not only one of the best competitors (Nogi Worlds 🥇, EBI 🥇, CJJ 🥇), but he's one of the best jiujitsu instructors and coaches here in the Bay Area.”
“He's not only one of the best competitors (Nogi Worlds 🥇, EBI 🥇, CJJ 🥇), but he's one of the best jiujitsu instructors and coaches here in the Bay Area.”
“His ability to relay information and elaborate on the details that make technics effective makes him an ideal coach for both beginners and advanced students.”
What members say
“Overall, my experience at 10th Planet San Jose has been enriching, and I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to train under such a passionate and knowledgeable coach.”
“His ability to relay information and elaborate on the details that make technics effective makes him an ideal coach for both beginners and advanced students.”
“I say that because Professor Alan Sanchez checks all the boxes of someone you’d want to learn from: High-level skills, detailed, patient, humble, and passionate about jiujitsu.”
“I say that because Professor Alan Sanchez checks all the boxes of someone you’d want to learn from: High-level skills, detailed, patient, humble, and passionate about jiujitsu.”
“He's not only one of the best competitors (Nogi Worlds 🥇, EBI 🥇, CJJ 🥇), but he's one of the best jiujitsu instructors and coaches here in the Bay Area.”
“I recently had the pleasure of training at 10th Planet San Jose for a month while cross-training, and I can't recommend it enough!”
From the reviews
I recently had the pleasure of training at 10th Planet San Jose for a month while cross-training, and I can't recommend it enough! From the moment I stepped through the doors, Alan Sanchez, the owner and coach, made me feel incredibly welcome.
Alan is one of the best instructors I've ever had! For new / beginner students, Alan is super patient and always thoughtful in facilitating fun yet technical classes. It's really up to you how far you want to take your training, but you'll definitely have a great time!
I’ve trained at a few gyms, and 10P San Jose is something special. Alan, the owner and head instructor, has a world-class teaching style—his cadence and ability to break down complex techniques into simple, digestible steps makes Jiu Jitsu accessible and enjoyable for anyone, regardless of experience level.
Alan's classes are awesome! His technique is super detail oriented, and doesn't rely on any crazy physical attributes. He also practices what he preaches, and regularly shows that what he teaches works on the highest levels by competing at plenty of high profile events.
New to BJJ? Start at 10th Planet San Jose Jiu Jitsu
10th Planet San Jose Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 San Jose Jiu Jitsu
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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