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Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Menifee
4.7 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Menifee, California
Part of Carlson Gracie
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 carlsongraciemenifee.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (951) 526-2001
Hours
| Monday | 5–6 AM, 10–11 AM, 4–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–6 AM, 10–11 AM, 4–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–6 AM, 10–11 AM, 4–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They focus on building fundamental techniques while fostering a positive environment that encourages teamwork and respect.”
“Your kids are thrown into it unsure of what to do, but this is the best way for them to learn quickly and how to defend themselves.”
“When we started in August all 3 were in the teen class.”
“After 7 months in class my son decided to compete, I was nervous and didn’t think he was ready but he brought home gold.”
“I enjoy the effective discipline that helps for self-defense.”
What members say
“We absolutely love this program, the instructor is amazing with the kids.”
“If you are looking for an awesome BJJ coach and instructors providing discipline, skills with a family environment , then please come check this gym out.”
“As a new guy it felt great to have everyone help me out with training and techniques coach was teaching; everyone is friendly and professional.”
“And my child with low confidence, she has confidence and made friends and is sure of herself.”
“After 7 months in class my son decided to compete, I was nervous and didn’t think he was ready but he brought home gold.”
“I would highly recommend Carlson Gracie Menifee to anyone, young or old, looking to get healthy, make friends, and experience the beautiful art of Jiu Jitsu.”
From the reviews
Intimidating when you first start, my oldest son is usually quiet and more to himself but he caught on real quick. I think throwing them into it is the best thing for these kids, they learn fast on how to protect themselves. We absolutely love this program, the instructor is amazing with the kids.
I have been training here for about a month now and i have to say that at first the idea of going to a martial arts school was very intimidating. I have a lot of social anxiety and am uncomfortable around new people, but Carlson Gracie Menifee was easy to join. Every one made me feel at ease and welcome.
I was a little leary at first. Your kids are thrown into it unsure of what to do, but this is the best way for them to learn quickly and how to defend themselves. Children learn best by doing, not by sitting and watching someone else perform different techniques.
If you want a caring, but firm instructor who cares about their students this is definitely the place for you or your kids. 3 of my 4 kids train here. When we started in August all 3 were in the teen class.
New to BJJ? Start at Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Menifee
Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Menifee 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 Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Menifee
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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