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Kaiju BJJ Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Davis, California
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
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 (ages 4) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kaijubjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 808-938-5489
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
The classes they run
“Kaiju instructors are extra attentive, patient, and kind with newbies as they learn the basics.”
“they've been practicing bjj and competing since they were young kids, so it is nice to see them come full circle and watch them teach and run a school with their family.”
“It's beginner friendly and has flexible class times to accommodate to any busy schedule.”
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What members say
“Was honored to work with each of the amazing instructors.”
“Great class, great workout, strong students from white to black rank who are committed to practicing at a high level, while also being very kind and welcoming.”
“they've been practicing bjj and competing since they were young kids, so it is nice to see them come full circle and watch them teach and run a school with their family.”
“They truly care about the development of each student, offering detailed guidance and ensuring the atmosphere is welcoming and supportive for everyone.”
“Great class, great workout, strong students from white to black rank who are committed to practicing at a high level, while also being very kind and welcoming.”
“My daughter absolutely loves Kaiju BJJ academy.”
From the reviews
I started looking for a BJJ gym over a year ago. I fell out of my original plan to join Kaiju, and called months later. Without hesitation or question, I was invited back in to come test out a week of free classes. As a small girl, it’s really intimidating to walk into a BJJ gym; I can’t lie.
I've trained in several martial arts, and always wanted to dive deeper into BJJ. After doing some research I found Kaiju and decided to try it out. As soon as I walked in the door, I knew this was where I wanted to be. The coaches are amazing, the facility is clean, modern, well kept, and welcoming.
Kaiju is a friendly, clean, family-run business that really cares about the customers. The coaches have a lot of patience. It's a great place for kids and seems to be popular with adults too! Prices are comparable to other studios in the area.
Aaron, and Alex are awesome. they've been practicing bjj and competing since they were young kids, so it is nice to see them come full circle and watch them teach and run a school with their family.
New to BJJ? Start at Kaiju BJJ Academy
Kaiju BJJ Academy 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 Kaiju BJJ 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.
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