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MatSpace Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · BJJ gym in North Hollywood, 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 (ages 4–12) — 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule matspacebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 818-233-0023
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 4:30–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–1 pm, 3:30–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 4:30–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am–1 pm, 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Kids or adults and he can meet anyone where they are, push hard enough to make sure his students learn and push themselves but not in a way that will injure someone new.”
“Not only the NoGi, kids classes and jiu jitsu, they now have a family class on Saturday morning which has been the best part of my week.”
“The owners have always prioritized personal growth, creating a welcoming space where everyone—from complete beginners to seasoned competitors—can thrive.”
“The techniques range from basic self defense to high level, sport sequences, just hit in competition.”
“The owners have always prioritized personal growth, creating a welcoming space where everyone—from complete beginners to seasoned competitors—can thrive.”
Other martial arts here
“Update 10/7/25 Did you say Muay Thai?”
“High level instruction with a great mix of Gi, No Gi and MMA class options.”
What members say
“Professor Marco and Coach Matt are some of the best around.”
“The owners have always prioritized personal growth, creating a welcoming space where everyone—from complete beginners to seasoned competitors—can thrive.”
“Not only the NoGi, kids classes and jiu jitsu, they now have a family class on Saturday morning which has been the best part of my week.”
“The periods of instruction are very detailed and the instructors really take their time to make sure you are comfortable with each movement and understand the steps.”
“The owners have always prioritized personal growth, creating a welcoming space where everyone—from complete beginners to seasoned competitors—can thrive.”
From the reviews
Our whole family absolutely loves training at this Jiu-Jitsu academy! From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed like part of the team. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about teaching.
Top-notch Jiu-Jitsu training with a welcoming, high-level atmosphere. The knowledge offered is incredible — not just in terms of technique, but in how the techniques are broken down. The professors and coaches have a deep understanding of the art and always takes the time to help each student improve.
Update 10/7/25 Did you say Muay Thai? Yes!!!!!!Been waiting for this! Not only the NoGi, kids classes and jiu jitsu, they now have a family class on Saturday morning which has been the best part of my week. Love being able to train with my family. Thanks for giving your members something else to look forward to.
Matspace Jiu Jitsu is honestly such a vibe 🥋✨ Super welcoming from day one !!! feels like you already know EVERYONE even if you just walked in. Real family energy all around.
New to BJJ? Start at MatSpace Jiu Jitsu
MatSpace 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 MatSpace 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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