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Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Livermore, 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
- 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule darciolirajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (925) 549-1590
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I have been training with my kids (girl 8, boy 16) for a couple years now, and I couldn't imagine our lives without the academy.”
“I did a couple of drop-in no-gi jiu jitsu classes here as I was preparing for a competition.”
“I did a couple of drop-in no-gi jiu jitsu classes here as I was preparing for a competition.”
“I'm already a member of another gym so I'm not planning on joining, but I'm likely to come back sometime for open mats or another class.”
“Not only did he learn self defense, he has grown to become very disciplined, respectful, and a a good leader.”
Other martial arts here
“I go to the gi and no gi jiu jitsu class, and the cardio kickboxing class.”
What members say
“Great gym to drop in for no gi Bjj…Staff was welcoming and great coaching!”
“Most importantly, he was super warm and welcoming, asking me how I started my journey and educating me on the history and traditions of the art.”
“Most importantly, he was super warm and welcoming, asking me how I started my journey and educating me on the history and traditions of the art.”
“Darcio Lira is very technical and detail-oriented, and he will point-out to you exactly what you're doing wrong so you can make improvements.”
“I did a couple of drop-in no-gi jiu jitsu classes here as I was preparing for a competition.”
“I stopped by because I met some wonderful ladies who trained here at a jiujitsu camp.”
From the reviews
Started taking my son here from another gym after a free trial class. Sensei Darlynson is very enthusiastic and passionate about training Jiu-Jitsu. I like the structure and respect he holds himself and the gym to. My son got into Competition BJJ so i looked for a gym to support that aspect for him.
I cannot say enough great things about this business. I am so impressed by Mr. Lira and the integrity in which he operates. He not only treats his students with the utmost respect EVERY SINGLE DAY, but he does the same for all the adults and siblings who come to observe.
This facility is great teaches the kids, discipline and respect where other facilities do not improvise on these small details you will get the whole package here and each child does get the attention and shown exactly how to perform the moves correctly. This facility is the real deal and would recommend it 110%
My kids started coming to this place in 2017. They were nervous at first but the sensei was very patient and calming. We were encouraged to come back again for their 2nd free class. After their second class we decided to sign them up and they have been enjoying the classes ever since.
Your first BJJ class at Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts
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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