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Bushido-Kai Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Irvine, California
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bushidokaibjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 949-385-1094
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“There are so many aspects to martial arts that reinforce positive values for children that will be invaluable as they grow into adults - discipline, focus, confidence and grit.”
“It’s a good balance of athletics and discipline for children, with real life skills to be used in self defense situations.”
“Back in the summer of 2022, I attended a session with a friend who was brand new to jiu-jitsu.”
What members say
“As a blue belt, I found the class to be very welcoming and not intimidating at all, which isn’t always the case when trying out a new gym.”
“As a blue belt, I found the class to be very welcoming and not intimidating at all, which isn’t always the case when trying out a new gym.”
“His coaching style was clear and easy to follow, making the techniques approachable for beginners while still providing value to more experienced students.”
“There are so many aspects to martial arts that reinforce positive values for children that will be invaluable as they grow into adults - discipline, focus, confidence and grit.”
From the reviews
Professor Char is fantastic! He takes the time to make sure moves are understood and there is class time to practice. He’s thorough and knowledgeable. I highly recommend.
I can't say enough about our experience with Professor Eugene and the Bushido Kai BJJ program. I've trained, taught and coached martial arts for over 30 years. There are so many aspects to martial arts that reinforce positive values for children that will be invaluable as they grow into adults - discipline, focus,…
This review is long overdue, but I wanted to share my amazing experience at Bushido Kai BJJ in Irvine. Back in the summer of 2022, I attended a session with a friend who was brand new to jiu-jitsu.
I don’t want to recommend this jiu-jitsu school… because someone might take our spot! My son has been training here for a year, and I’ve seen the growth — not just in martial arts skills, but also in responsibility and respect. We couldn’t be happier with the instructors and the community.
New to BJJ? Start at Bushido-Kai Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Bushido-Kai Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 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 Bushido-Kai Brazilian 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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