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Gallegos jiu jitsu HQ
5 ★★★★★ 106 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Chula Vista, 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gallegosbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (619) 703-1998
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I can’t express how much confidence, strength and brotherhood Alliance has given both my son and my husband.”
“In this short time, I can see a positive improvement in their confidence, self defense ability and capacity to take direction and learn.”
“The training was informative and not difficult to follow — perfect for beginners.”
Other martial arts here
“I took them to the kids’ MMA class, and right away, I was impressed.”
What members say
“Professor Gallegos was caring, knowledgeable, and funny, which helped make the class feel relaxed and engaging.”
“I was nervous at first, but the environment was very welcoming and supportive.”
“I train BJJ in Los Angeles County, but travel to San Diego a few times in the year to see family and friends.”
“The classes instill so much more than jiujitsu techniques and tactics- Professor Elias and Cosmo are full of wise words and real life application.”
“I can’t express how much confidence, strength and brotherhood Alliance has given both my son and my husband.”
“They created a safe space for women of all backgrounds and experience levels to learn, ask questions, and practice at their own pace.”
From the reviews
Outstanding Jiu Jitsu School and training center! It’s been a great pleasure be a part of and discover Professor Elias’ Gallegos Jiu Jitsu. My 2 daughters have only been training for 2 months and they are excited to participate everyday.
Attended my first self defense class today with Gallegos Jiu-Jitsu, highly recommend. Everyone should attend a class like this as it empowers you to be ready to defend yourself. I will be returning next Saturday at 9am!! See you there!!
Where do I even start… what an amazing place this is!!! I met Elias at a different business and he we got to chatting. I work in a bar and he immediately told me about his gym and the self defense workshops he offers. He was so energetic and passionate about the subject.
I'm writing this review from a visitor's perspective. I train BJJ in Los Angeles County, but travel to San Diego a few times in the year to see family and friends.
New to BJJ? Start at Gallegos jiu jitsu HQ
Gallegos jiu jitsu HQ 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 Gallegos jiu jitsu HQ
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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