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Matadero Jiu Jitsu Brea
5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Brea, 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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- 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 mataderojiujitsubrea.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (714) 582-2089
Hours
| Monday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter is excited and motivated to continue training and that has everything to do with Coach’s approach and encouragement.”
“My oldest was training for 7 months at the other places and did not quite seem to be able to put the whole picture together and got blown out at his first tournament.”
“If you want to learn excellent self-defense or get in shape, or train with confidence, I highly recommend Matadero Brea.”
“I like that it's beginner-friendly, and I can build confidence with every class.”
Other martial arts here
“Coach Kris is an amazing teacher both in jiu jitsu and kickboxing, and is a just a stand up guy.”
What members say
“I never imagined myself competing, but Coach has brought out the best of me when it comes to the sport.”
“The gym itself is always organized, the mats are clean and provide adequate cushioning, and the environment is very welcoming.”
“The gym itself is always organized, the mats are clean and provide adequate cushioning, and the environment is very welcoming.”
“From day one, Coach Kris has gone above and beyond — not just in teaching the techniques of the sport, but in building character, confidence, and discipline in every student.”
“Such a great way to lose weight while also getting to learn a skill that can make you feel more confident in yourself and in the world.”
“My oldest was training for 7 months at the other places and did not quite seem to be able to put the whole picture together and got blown out at his first tournament.”
From the reviews
I cannot say enough great things about Coach Kris and this gym. My sons have tried two other gyms, and due to scheduling and coaching styles, we kept searching and found this place. We are set in stone here.
Been training at Matadero Jiu Jitsu for almost a year after bouncing around a bunch of big-name gyms. This place just hits different. Coach Kris is battle-tested but super friendly — keeps things fun without watering it down. Training is intuitive, not mindless reps, and you actually get personal attention.
I've been a student of Coach Kris for almost a year. I initially enrolled to Matadero Brea to have an engaging form of cardio. The gym itself is always organized, the mats are clean and provide adequate cushioning, and the environment is very welcoming. When I first enrolled, I was unsure of what to expect.
Came upon this gym while browsing MMA gyms near work. Coach Kris is an amazing teacher both in jiu jitsu and kickboxing, and is a just a stand up guy. I walked in 10 months ago as a nervous and lost white belt, and now I will be competing in a month.
New to BJJ? Start at Matadero Jiu Jitsu Brea
Matadero Jiu Jitsu Brea 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 Matadero Jiu Jitsu Brea
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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