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Kaizen Jiu Jitsu Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Anaheim, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 714-640-1210
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 8–11 am |
The classes they run
“Coach George has a good balance of teaching the fundamentals while still throwing in some special moves you’ve never seen before.”
“My son has been practicing here for almost 2 years I believe.”
“If you looking for a spot to learn Self Defense, work out, and get in shape I highly recommend this spot.”
“I would recommend this school if you are a beginner like myself that's looking for a challenge and wants to be surrounded by the BEST.”
What members say
“Best Gym ever great people great coach takes his time to show you the correct steps to perform a submission I lost weight”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, they make you feel welcome and help you progress at your own pace.”
“Doesn’t matter what skill level you join in at, everyone is very welcoming and ready to help in your jujitsu journey!”
“Classes are well-structured, with a balance of technique, drills, and live rolling, ensuring you’re always learning something new.”
From the reviews
Great group of guys and great coaching. Coach George has a good balance of teaching the fundamentals while still throwing in some special moves you’ve never seen before. The gym has a good balance of new people and seasoned veterans.
George is fantastic. He used to coach both me and my teenage daughter. He was great at understanding where each of us were at and what our different goals were and then adjusting his coaching to best help each of us make the next step toward our goals.
Coach George is a great teacher. I have been training with Coach George for 5+ years. If you looking for a spot to learn Self Defense, work out, and get in shape I highly recommend this spot. You will walk out of here feeling confident & in better shape.
Great environment! Kaizen jiu jitsu does a good job welcoming all skill levels. The coach is amazing and teaches so much. The team is always supportive!
New to BJJ? Start at Kaizen Jiu Jitsu Academy
Kaizen Jiu Jitsu Academy 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 Kaizen Jiu Jitsu 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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