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Foo Dogs Martial Arts Academy

4.4 ★★★★☆ 35 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Hesperia, California

BJJ gym Free trial Kids & teens Competition team

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  • 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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule foodogsmartialartsacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 760-684-3170

Hours

Monday 10:30–11:30 am, 5:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 5:30–8:30 pm
Friday 5:30–8:30 pm
Saturday 9–11 am
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Foo Dogs Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 23 mentions

“Both My son and daughter train here and love all the coaches and they both always love going to class and training hard.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“The jiu jitsu classes help the kids become well rounded in their art and they also go to tournaments as team.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“The San Soo classes are high energy and teach your kids crucial self defense skills.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Foo Dogs Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 35 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“Great coaches really care about the kids teaching them to stand up for themselves and to treat others with respect”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 10 mentions

“Overall, I highly recommend Foo Dogs Martial Arts Academy for anyone looking to improve their martial arts skills and be part of a supportive community of masters!”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“Now for the classes, every class is something new and/or productive, the coaches go over every move in detail to make sure you got it then have you practice.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Both My son and daughter train here and love all the coaches and they both always love going to class and training hard.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 7 mentions

“The dojo has the discipline and rigor of the training that has helped the girls to develop greater mental focus and self-discipline.”

From the reviews

We have been in martial arts for over a decade and Foo Dogs is the most fun, safe, caring environment we have encountered! My 10 yr old son absolutely Kung fu and grappling! It’s a very clean and fresh studio!! We look forward to going every day!!! Thank you Master Johnny Gradoville for loving what you do!

★★★★★ — Victoria, Mar 2021

I absolutely love Foo Dogs Martial Arts academy. Both My son and daughter train here and love all the coaches and they both always love going to class and training hard. It is a awesome family friendly place where you are treated just like family. I highly recommend getting your kids into this academy

★★★★★ — Corrin, Jan 2019

Johnny is a good coach and instructor. I like that the passion for what he does and for his students really comes through. He cares a lot and that is hard to find now a days. Very attentive to all students needs. That's very important when finding or looking for a martial Arts school.

★★★★★ — Mastermind, Dec 2019

Digging the weapons and Krav Maga class. I have only done a few classes and I’m already eager for Friday’s. Not because it’s the start of the weekend but because I get to go to the weapons and Krav Maga class!(okay maybe it’s both lol). Give this academy a try.

★★★★★ — Cory, Jan 2019

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Your first BJJ class at Foo Dogs Martial Arts Academy

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Foo Dogs Martial Arts Academy

16490 Walnut St, Hesperia, CA92345

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