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Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 89 Google reviews · BJJ gym in San Mateo, California
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 mn-bjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (650) 315-2529
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–1 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 3:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–1 PM, 3:30–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9:45 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“40 and 50 year old guys don't have time for bs and as a young buck, I respect that they have stuck around with Marco and brought their kids along for the journey.”
“There's now a dedicated ladies class on Sunday too.”
“Great programs for kids and adults, with a range of beginners to experienced competitors.”
“The open mat / sparring was excellent with everyone controlled with solid technique.”
“If you are into competing or just want to get fit or learn some self-defense, this place has got you covered.”
“This is truly a great place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.”
Other martial arts here
“Many folks have incredible wrestling, judo and other martial disciplines.”
“Many folks have incredible wrestling, judo and other martial disciplines.”
“Jiu jitsu cut through all the fluff from aikido to karate to all the other bullshido out there.”
What members say
“I've had great instruction from Professor Marco and fantastic training partners who have helped me progress immensely.”
“This is truly a great place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.”
“The environment is very respectful, welcoming, and supportive, which makes a huge difference when you’re learning and pushing yourself.”
“I was blown away at the effectiveness of my fundamentals at only a month of training.”
“Our kids have grown in confidence and skills since joining.”
“This week, everyone's training for Worlds in Vegas (Aug 2017) and fine tuning their competition game plan, running calorie deficits and quietly preparing for war.”
From the reviews
Marco and his wife Christina have put in a lot of work to make this bjj gym feel welcoming and open. I've rolled at several gyms and I've never quite felt as comfortable as I do here. Everyone is relaxed and willing to help. Marco and his instructors are amazing teachers.
This school is awesome! With Marco, Christina and Rafael leading the charge, every class is an opportunity to take your game to the next level! They break down techniques in a way that just clicks. Regarding the vibe here, it’s great!
I've been incredibly fortunate to find this academy. Joe Rogan podcasts, especially with Navy Seal Jocko talking about Brazilian jiu jitsu brought me here. I too wanted "superpowers." I haven't really needed much self-defense knowledge in general. I have been fortunate to be a suburban gangster most of my life.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We highly recommend Marco Nascimento BJJ! Our three girls have been attending classes for over a year and they absolutely love it. Marco and Christina are not only exceptional instructors but also wonderful individuals.
New to BJJ? Start at Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Marco Nascimento Brazilian 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.
Your first BJJ class at Marco Nascimento Brazilian 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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