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Bragiao BJJ MMA
5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Rancho Cordova, 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
- 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 bragiao.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 916-905-3101
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 12–1:30 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 am, 11:30 am–1 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 12–1:30 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30–11:30 am |
| Sunday | 9:30–10:30 am |
The classes they run
“Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced practitioner aiming to refine your skills, this is the place!”
“Additionally, the facilities are clean, spacious, and there is plenty of seating for parents during kids classes.”
“So if you're looking for a gym that offers Thai kickboxing, gi, and no-gi Brazilian jiu jitsu then look no further and JOIN this family friendly gym.”
“My son had his first tournament over a week and placed 2nd in his bracket.”
“Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced practitioner aiming to refine your skills, this is the place!”
Other martial arts here
“So if you're looking for a gym that offers Thai kickboxing, gi, and no-gi Brazilian jiu jitsu then look no further and JOIN this family friendly gym.”
“This is hands down THE BEST BJJ and MMA gym in town, you just need to come and see.”
“So if you're looking for a gym that offers Thai kickboxing, gi, and no-gi Brazilian jiu jitsu then look no further and JOIN this family friendly gym.”
What members say
“Felipe is a great coach and instructor, he definitely has a passion for teaching his kids and genuinely wants them to excel.”
“I tried out Felipe Bragiao's gym one day and after the first class I knew that was the gym for me.”
“Very clean and friendly, even when you’re getting dropped by the instructor it is an awesome experience, they even let you try out for a week free.”
“Every class is well-structured, ensuring a thorough understanding of techniques while also providing plenty of opportunities for live training.”
“There is a lot of cardio, and then some more cardio, a lot of stretching, and a LOT of abb workouts.”
“My son loves coming here and can't get enough.”
From the reviews
My entire family has been training at this gym for the past 4.5 years, and it has been a life changing experience. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, and over time, you begin to feel like family.
I've been taking my son here for about 3 months and I already feel like family. My son loves coming here and can't get enough. The gym is super clean and hygienic. Felipe is a great coach and instructor, he definitely has a passion for teaching his kids and genuinely wants them to excel.
If you’ve ever wanted to try Brazilian Jiu Jitsu but are intimidated by the idea of just walking into a class you should try Bragiao BJJ. Felipe makes this place great and the atmosphere at the gym is always inviting. I’ve been training with Felipe almost 7 years and I learn something new from him every time I go in.
This is by far the best place in town, no caps, I only look forward getting off work and coming here again and again. You learn as much as you want to, if you push yourself- you make it happen.
New to BJJ? Start at Bragiao BJJ MMA
Bragiao BJJ MMA 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 Bragiao BJJ MMA
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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