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Lebre Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · BJJ gym in San Diego, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule lebrejiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (858) 352-6035
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors are knowledgeable and patient, the fundamentals program is fantastic for beginners with its structured curriculum.”
“I was a little nervous at first—getting a toddler to follow instructions isn’t always guaranteed—but the instructors have a way of guiding the kids with ease.”
“The coaches are highly skilled, dedicated, and genuinely invested in each student’s progress, whether you’re a beginner or a competitor.”
“Whether you are a beginner looking to learn self defense or an athlete looking to win a world championship, Gracie San Diego is the place for you.”
“Whether you are a beginner looking to learn self defense or an athlete looking to win a world championship, Gracie San Diego is the place for you.”
What members say
“Came to Train with Professor Regis Lebre and his team. Great instruction and training.”
“Whether you are a beginner looking to learn self defense or an athlete looking to win a world championship, Gracie San Diego is the place for you.”
“It’s the highlight of her week—and ours—because we love watching her improve and grow in this sport while feeling like part of the gym’s extended family.”
“They balance patience with structure, ensuring that each child gets the attention they need while focusing on technique, safety, and skill development.”
“The coaches are highly skilled, dedicated, and genuinely invested in each student’s progress, whether you’re a beginner or a competitor.”
“My military career has brought me to schools all over the world and I can confidently say Gracie San Diego is the best school I have ever been to.”
From the reviews
I visit from Arizona quite often and never miss the opportunity to come in and train under Professor Regis Lebre! The team is friendly and welcoming. There is more than plenty of mat space, the rolls are always light hearted and tough, the instruction is very high level.
My 5-year-old has been training at Lebre Jiu Jitsu for over a year now, and I honestly can’t imagine going anywhere else. We make the 30+ minute drive three days a week because the owners and instructors are not only incredibly experienced and knowledgeable but also genuinely kind, patient, and encouraging from day…
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Gym with Top-Notch Instruction! I can’t say enough good things about Lebre Jiu Jitsu. Regis is hands down one of the best instructors I’ve ever trained with. His depth of knowledge and passion for the art really come through in every class.
I’m so lucky to have chosen this academy. Very beautiful training facility, right in front of the Costco in Moreno Blvd. Never did BJJ before and Professor Regis is the best at teaching! The rest of the athletes also help and support the newer members. This place is honestly perfect for anyone interested in BJJ.
New to BJJ? Start at Lebre Jiu Jitsu
Lebre 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 Lebre 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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