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Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Fernando Valley
5 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Arleta, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule alliancejjsanfernandovalley.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (818) 472-5070
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM–1 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–8 AM, 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–1 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6–8 AM, 3–8 PM |
| Friday | 12–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I'm so happy with the jiu jitsu team my son is learning so much,and improving in school focuses more and his grades went up.”
“Everyone—from beginners to advanced students—is respectful, encouraging, and focused on improving together.”
What members say
“Awesome atmosphere, great training facility, everyone that trains at alliance is very welcoming, and professor Gabriel is knowledgeable, humble, patient, and encouraging.”
“Awesome atmosphere, great training facility, everyone that trains at alliance is very welcoming, and professor Gabriel is knowledgeable, humble, patient, and encouraging.”
“Awesome atmosphere, great training facility, everyone that trains at alliance is very welcoming, and professor Gabriel is knowledgeable, humble, patient, and encouraging.”
“Coach gabe is very very knowledgeable instructor, always gives specific details, and goes above and beyond for students.”
“The best academy My son has truly learned and gained confidence and boosted self esteem We love the team”
“He is backed by a world renowned team through Alliance Jiu Jitsu and strives to uplift the community and all students that come through his door.”
From the reviews
Alliance Jiu-Jitsu in Arleta is a fantastic place to train! Since starting, I’ve had an awesome experience. Professor Gabriel is an excellent instructor, super knowledgeable, patient, and great at breaking down techniques.
This place feels like family from day one. The professors are genuinely invested in your growth, and the teammates are always working hard to help each other get better. It’s an absolute gem in the SFV for anyone looking to start their Jiu Jitsu journey.
I have been a student of Professor Gabriel Goulart for a couple of years prior to him opening this beautiful academy in the heart of the SFV. His ability to teach jiu jitsu to persons of all ages is simply incredible.
Both my daughters ages 8 and 10 love coming to Alliance SFV. They’re learning a lot about themselves. The professor and staff are amazing. They’re helping build my children’s confidence. I joined myself although I’m terribly out of shape. This is an amazing community. My only regret is not joining the day it opened.
New to BJJ? Start at Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Fernando Valley
Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Fernando Valley 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 Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Fernando Valley
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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