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Almighty Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Huntington Beach, California
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule almightyjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (657) 298-8018
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9–10 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Safety is always his top priority, especially for the kids and women, and he makes sure everyone takes care of their training partners.”
“As an AOJ black belt and champion competitor, he’s an outstanding, dynamic coach and a true encyclopedia of BJJ knowledge.”
“NAM is incredibly knowledgeable and take the time to break things down in a way that makes sense whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.”
Other martial arts here
“Professor Nam is an elite AOJ first-degree black belt who also trains at other academies to add wrestling and footlock techniques to his arsenal.”
What members say
“Almighty Jiu-jitsu is a great place to train, Coach Nam is a great coach, I have been training with him since 23 and am glad he started his own studio”
“From the moment we walked in, the instructors and staff were incredibly kind, welcoming, and patient.”
“Professor Vinny is fantastic with the kids, and Professor Nam is always so patient, kind, and supportive.”
“What really stands out is how much he cares about his students—not just improving technique, but building confidence, discipline, and a strong mindset.”
“They took the time to make sure everything fit properly, which made a big difference in my child’s comfort and confidence during class.”
“As an AOJ black belt and champion competitor, he’s an outstanding, dynamic coach and a true encyclopedia of BJJ knowledge.”
From the reviews
I’ve had an amazing experience training at ALMIGHTY BJJ school. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, respectful, and focused on growth. NAM is incredibly knowledgeable and take the time to break things down in a way that makes sense whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.
Great peeps and energy. Professor Nam is an elite AOJ first-degree black belt who also trains at other academies to add wrestling and footlock techniques to his arsenal. He is also a very amicable and supportive teacher. He certainly has my strongest endorsement!
Great academy! I’ve trained with Professor Nam for over 10 years, and he’s a great instructor, and it’s obvious that jiu jitsu is his passion.
No better place for kids and adults to learn the art of jiu jitsu. Professor Nam (owner) is top notch
New to BJJ? Start at Almighty Jiu-Jitsu
Almighty Jiu-Jitsu 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 Almighty 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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