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HERITAGE JIU JITSU
5 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Chula Vista, California
Plan your first class
- 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule heritagejjcv.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (619) 549-6760
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30–11:30 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9–11:30 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 3–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 9–11:30 AM, 6 PM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 12–8:30 AM, 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Since becoming a mom, so much of my time and energy has been focused on my children — and while that’s a joy, I realized I had been putting myself on the back burner.”
“I've made new friends, earned medals, and gained a new family.”
“He has a great schedule and also has private lessons.”
“I came here on a Friday during an "open mat" session.”
“I finally decided it was time to show up for me, and committing to Coach Kimo’s weekly women’s self-defense/BJJ class has been one of the best decisions I’ve made.”
“He will train to your level, whether that be first timer or 10 year purple belt.”
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What members say
“Kimo is an excellent professor, and the community he has created at this place is simply awesome.”
“The environment is welcoming, safe, and fun — no intimidation, just real support and learning.”
“The environment is positive and supportive, and I love seeing how excited my children are to attend each class.”
“We came in early and watched the kids class… The coaches were laser focused on helping them use correct technique in each rep.”
“I've made new friends, earned medals, and gained a new family.”
“Professor Kimo, Coach Dante are all great people who want to see you grow, so its worth it!”
From the reviews
My kids and I signed up exactly a month ago, but got sick right after so we really didn't start training until three weeks ago (but that's besides the point). The experience so far has been phenomenal! I was worried the kids (ages 4 and 5) wouldn't like it, but they love every bit of it!
I came here on a Friday during an "open mat" session. For those that don't know, open mat isn't a class where an instructor gives you moves and students practice them with other students. It's a session where fighters of all skill levels spar with each other.
I've been to a lot of academy's and heritage instantly the vibe feels friendly and feels like home. The instructor is so detailed with the technique, everyone wants to help and grow together. They say the hardest part is walking in, I can assure you not here. It's so welcoming.
When starting your martial arts journey its always difficult to find a gym where you feel comfortable and is surrounded by great people and instructors. Heritage fills all those expectations and needs. The owner Kimo is such a great guy and welcomes everyone every time.
New to BJJ? Start at HERITAGE JIU JITSU
HERITAGE JIU JITSU comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 HERITAGE 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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