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Conejo Valley Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Westlake Village, 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 cvbjja.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (818) 851-0169
Hours
| Monday | 9–11 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9–11 AM, 4–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–1:30 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–12 PM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 9–11 AM, 4:30–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 10–11:30 AM |
The classes they run
“Conejo Valley Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has played a pivotal role in the development and my three children's skills and passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu these past 5 years.”
“If you're looking for self defense, self improvement, competition preparation, exercise, top notch instruction, and a second family, you will find all of it at this gym.”
“If you're looking for self defense, self improvement, competition preparation, exercise, top notch instruction, and a second family, you will find all of it at this gym.”
“Classes cater to all skill levels, and the sense of community among members is commendable.”
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What members say
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Conejo Valley BJJ is a great place to refine your skills and immerse yourself in the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.”
“If you're looking for self defense, self improvement, competition preparation, exercise, top notch instruction, and a second family, you will find all of it at this gym.”
“Both were friendly, detailed and clear in their teaching and explaining technique.”
“This sense of belonging has been instrumental in sustaining my children's enthusiasm and commitment to the discipline over the years.”
“If you're looking for self defense, self improvement, competition preparation, exercise, top notch instruction, and a second family, you will find all of it at this gym.”
“Great representetives of BJJ and the Carlson Gracie team.”
From the reviews
So this gym is special. It's the type of gym where people become family. Whenever you are looking for a BJJ gym, you usually follow the same checklist: Is it clean? Are the coaches good? Are the students good? Is there a good range of belts (not just white belts and beginners)?
Top level teachers and great atmosphere! I began coming here 6 months ago and have noticed big advancements in knowledge and physicality. I now bring my children here as well. I love watching them evolve as they learn self defense and discipline in the art of BJJ.
Best gym in the area! I always come here when I am in town. Friendly atmosphere and a wealth of knowledge and information! Truly just an awesome family who like rolling for the sake of rolling. If I lived in the area would 100% be my home gym! And the current location is amazing! Could not recommend more!
I have a busy schedule (like so many others) and I generally can’t make the typical evening or mid day jiu-Jitsu class. I saw that CVBJJ had an early (5:30am) class so I gave them a shot. I’ve trained at a lot of different academies over the years. The best place I had previously trained was when I was living up north.
New to BJJ? Start at Conejo Valley Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Conejo Valley Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 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 Conejo Valley 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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🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site