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HumanArtwork Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Agoura Hills, California

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • 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 humanartworkjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (818) 274-9968

Hours

Monday 4–7:30 PM
Tuesday 6–7:30 PM
Wednesday 4–7:30 PM
Thursday 11 AM–12 PM, 6–7:30 PM
Friday 4–7:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday 9–11 AM

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 HumanArtwork Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 18 mentions

“One of the most rewarding parts has been watching not only our own child grow in confidence, discipline, and skill, but also witnessing the growth of all the kids in the program.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“Kids, Adults, Competition class, And open mats are all offered as well as a schedule that works for most people.”

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🔓 Open Mat

“Kids, Adults, Competition class, And open mats are all offered as well as a schedule that works for most people.”

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🌱 Beginners 6 mentions

“The instructors are super knowledgeable, patient, and great at making everyone -- from total beginners to seasoned grapplers --feel welcome and challenged in the best way.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 38 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 7 mentions

“Coach Henry and Coach Val are extremely knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely care about their students’ progress.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 11 mentions

“The instructors are super knowledgeable, patient, and great at making everyone -- from total beginners to seasoned grapplers --feel welcome and challenged in the best way.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 13 mentions

“We’ve been part of this BJJ family for almost two years now, and I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions for our child and our family.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“My boys are in great shape physically and confident thanks to Professor Neto and coach Henry.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 8 mentions

“Super friendly/tuff team has to be the cleanest gym in the Conejo Valley… coach Henry will get you to the next level in your training.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 8 mentions

“Coach Henry is incredible — patient, disciplined, encouraging, and deeply invested in every student’s growth both on and off the mats.”

From the reviews

l've been training here for a few months now and I genuinely look forward to every class. The instructors are super knowledgeable, patient, and great at making everyone -- from total beginners to seasoned grapplers --feel welcome and challenged in the best way.

★★★★★ — Alister, Jan 2026

I’ve been training here regularly for the past few months and it’s been an amazing experience. Coach Henry and Coach Val are extremely knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely care about their students’ progress. If you or anyone you know has been thinking about starting jiu jitsu, THIS IS THE PLACE TO BE!

★★★★★ — Cody, Jan 2026

My daughter (6 yo) has been going consistently for a few months. Her ability to handle herself on the play yard has improved. She has a little more confidence when the adults aren’t around :) thank you coach Henry !

★★★★★ — Jared, Feb 2026

I love this gym. Great place to train, the coaches are so knowledgeable and the environment is fun and welcoming for all levels

★★★★★ — Sophie, Jan 2026

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New to BJJ? Start at HumanArtwork Jiu Jitsu

HumanArtwork 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at HumanArtwork 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.

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 HumanArtwork Jiu Jitsu

30115 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA91301

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