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Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach
4.9 ★★★★★ 77 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Huntington Beach, California
Part of Alliance
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
- 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- 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 alliancehuntingtonbeach.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (657) 353-3291
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Very empathetic and patient coaches as well - they take their time to really demonstrate the proper techniques and etiquette for all students.”
“Both of my sons(6 & 4) and myself have been training here the past couple of months and have had a great experience from day one.”
“Other Comments: -As a founding member, a few of the things I got was a free GI (kimono) + belt, rashguard, and keychain.”
“They have competition classes to prepare students to compete.”
“5 Gunnar went to his trial one on one with Issac and him and Crystal were absolutely wonderful.”
“Not only am I learning a new skill, I’m learning how to protect myself.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, Alliance Huntington Beach is the perfect place to train!”
Other martial arts here
“And this comes from not only a woman but also someone that’s been doing jiu jitsu and mma since June 2025.”
What members say
“Amazing instructors, Professor Jhonny, Tayane, Isaac, Jessica, & Matheus are all amazing professors.”
“The instructors are incredible, the mat space is massive, the facility is clean and well maintained, and the community is extremely welcoming.”
“The instructors are incredible, the mat space is massive, the facility is clean and well maintained, and the community is extremely welcoming.”
“Very empathetic and patient coaches as well - they take their time to really demonstrate the proper techniques and etiquette for all students.”
“They have competition classes to prepare students to compete.”
“Our kids started training at Alliance Jiu Jitsu about three months ago and the experience has been outstanding.”
From the reviews
-I’ve been here since the grand opening of this place and here are some of my thoughts. And this comes from not only a woman but also someone that’s been doing jiu jitsu and mma since June 2025. -Being here as a founding member since day 1 at this specific location, I’ve noticed some positive changes.
Our kids started training at Alliance Jiu Jitsu about three months ago and the experience has been outstanding. From the first day it was clear that the instructors know exactly how to work with kids. They keep the classes fun and engaging while still maintaining a strong sense of structure and respect.
Amazing Experience at Alliance Jiu-Jitsu Huntington Beach! Alliance Jiu-Jitsu in Huntington Beach is absolutely top-notch. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this academy takes pride in everything they do.
We absolutely love this studio! My son is 4 years old and truly looks forward to every class—he’s always so excited to go. The professors are incredible with the kids and create such a positive, supportive environment while still teaching discipline and respect.
New to BJJ? Start at Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach
Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach 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 Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach
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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