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Barthem Jiu Jitsu Temecula
5 ★★★★★ 78 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Temecula, 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
- 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 checkmattemecula.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (951) 556-7767
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you are a hobbyist, a competitor, or someone who wants to learn a new martial arts for yourself or kids, I would highly recommend Helio Barthem/Checkmat Temecula!”
“I literally try to fit every class in my schedule Whether you want to take an all women's class, nogi, or gi class, roll with the dudes this is the place to be!”
“I literally try to fit every class in my schedule Whether you want to take an all women's class, nogi, or gi class, roll with the dudes this is the place to be!”
“I literally try to fit every class in my schedule Whether you want to take an all women's class, nogi, or gi class, roll with the dudes this is the place to be!”
“Whether you are a hobbyist, a competitor, or someone who wants to learn a new martial arts for yourself or kids, I would highly recommend Helio Barthem/Checkmat Temecula!”
“I went only to private classes for the longest time with Helio and Larissa, both extremely patient, humble, and caring.”
“I've done other martial arts and nothing has compared to the self defense skills of BJJ.”
“He provides a clean space to train for all levels of Jiu-jitsu practitioners — the beginner, the novice and the competitor!”
Other martial arts here
“Now I do the women's classes and my husband is trying Muay Thai classes there too.”
What members say
“Professor Helio has not only represented what a great coach is but has become an important role model as well in my boys' lives.”
“He provides a clean space to train for all levels of Jiu-jitsu practitioners — the beginner, the novice and the competitor!”
“My family and I have been training Jiu Jitsu for over 7 years, we moved from the East Coast hoping to find a family oriented place to train.”
“ATTENTION TO THE DETAILS is what I appreciate the most.”
“Whether you are a hobbyist, a competitor, or someone who wants to learn a new martial arts for yourself or kids, I would highly recommend Helio Barthem/Checkmat Temecula!”
“I've been going to Checkmat for 2 and a half years and it has boosted my self esteem and confidence more than anything else has.”
From the reviews
Checkmat Temecula is hands down one of my favorite places! Not just for my kids or myself but because this whole team has become family! We love Professor Helio, Coach Larissa, Marcus and Frenchy. They are fantastic teachers and just amazing human beings all together.
I have been a student of Head Coach and Professor, Helio Barthem since August of 2019; I cannot praise him enough for his Jiu-Jitsu & Life journey — for what he continues to provide for his students day in and day out. Especially thru the pandemic last year!! His curriculum and instruction is AMAZING..
I've been going to Checkmat for 2 and a half years and it has boosted my self esteem and confidence more than anything else has. I've done other martial arts and nothing has compared to the self defense skills of BJJ.
I started training at Checkmat Temecula in September of 2021 and I can honestly say that I LOVE this place. The coaches, teammates, and vibes of this gym are truly special. Helio and Lari truly care about their students and it shows in everything that they do.
New to BJJ? Start at Barthem Jiu Jitsu Temecula
Barthem Jiu Jitsu Temecula 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 Barthem Jiu Jitsu Temecula
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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