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Acima Jiu Jitsu Checkmat Riverside
4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Riverside, California
Part of Checkmat
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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- Website & schedule acimajj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 909-255-5629
Hours
| Monday | 8–9 am, 6–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8–9 am, 6–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Best decision I ever made for my kids, ever since we joined Acima jiu-jitsu my kids have improved so much!”
What members say
“The academy is structured, welcoming, and full of heart, with Professors and Coaches who are nothing short of outstanding- skilled, patient, and inspiring.”
“The academy is structured, welcoming, and full of heart, with Professors and Coaches who are nothing short of outstanding- skilled, patient, and inspiring.”
“Absolutely love this place for my kids! They have gained so much confidence in the short amount of time of being here and look forward to it every week.”
“Acima Jiu Jitsu Checkmat Riverside has been an incredible experience for my grandsons.”
“They have gained so much confidence in the short amount of time of being here and look forward to it every week.”
From the reviews
Absolutely love this place for my kids! They have gained so much confidence in the short amount of time of being here and look forward to it every week. Coach Vince is playful but firm with the kids, which has really taught them to have fun and be respectful all at the same time.
Acima is a great place to trian!!! After training at another place for over 3 years, I decided it was time for a change. Best decision I ever made for my kids, ever since we joined Acima jiu-jitsu my kids have improved so much!
Quality training! Professor Jon is a master at his craft! Beautiful, new, and CLEAN facility. The IE’s finest bjj gym. Train here!
Hands down, one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family! Acima Jiu Jitsu Checkmat Riverside has been a game - changer for us. The Professors and Coaches are phenomenal - not only incredibly skilled, but also patient, kind, and so encouraging.
Your first BJJ class at Acima Jiu Jitsu Checkmat Riverside
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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