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Califa Jiu Jitsu CLA Training
5 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Van Nuys, California
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
- 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule califajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (424) 245-5138
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
The classes they run
“Since joining, my kids have gained so much confidence, improved coordination, and a deeper understanding of focus and hard work.”
“I’ve been training Jujitsu since 2017 and this is the first I’ve been to that actually has a women’s program.”
“An amazing gym for kids to learn discipline, confidence, and self-defense.”
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What members say
“Excellent coaches, great atmosphere, and a fun & useful approach to teaching bjj the other gyms aren’t using.”
“They teach real martial arts skills while keeping the atmosphere fun and welcoming.”
“Not only is the jiujitsu itself top notch, but the environment is challenging, yet playful and family-oriented.”
“Slow breakdowns and specified detail on certain techniques, this is a great gym”
“Since joining, my kids have gained so much confidence, improved coordination, and a deeper understanding of focus and hard work.”
“Whether you're a casual jiu jitsu practitioner or someone that is looking to train for competition, this is the place for you.”
From the reviews
Great, clean gym. Professors Abel and Adrian run great classes that utilize the latest breakthroughs in human motor learning. I highly recommend this gym to Jiu Jitsu trainees that want to make the most out of their training sessions! Come by and see the difference!
Very professional and welcoming jujitsu gym. There kids program is so fun! The coaches, keep the kids engaged and focused on the drills! Also really excited about their ladies program. I’ve been training Jujitsu since 2017 and this is the first I’ve been to that actually has a women’s program.
I’ve signed up for Califa jiujitsu around 4months ago, and I love this place. Coaches are professionals, they pay attention to students a lot , help us to progress.
Great school! I've trained w/Professor Abel and his wife Veronica for a few years now. Coaches are top notch with years of competitive experience. Whether you're a casual jiu jitsu practitioner or someone that is looking to train for competition, this is the place for you.
New to BJJ? Start at Califa Jiu Jitsu CLA Training
Califa Jiu Jitsu CLA Training 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 Califa Jiu Jitsu CLA Training
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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