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Morales Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

4.5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · BJJ gym in El Centro, California

BJJ gym Kids & teens Private lessons

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Website & schedule facebook.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 760-960-8001

Hours

Monday 10 am–9 pm
Tuesday 10 am–9 pm
Wednesday 10 am–9 pm
Thursday 10 am–9 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Morales Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 6 mentions

“A professional and caring environment for children and adults who are ready for self defense instruction.”

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🥋 Gi

“I dropped in for an evening of adult gi class, just in town for the day.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“A professional and caring environment for children and adults who are ready for self defense instruction.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“Coach Robert and all the other coaches are excellent instructors with countless years of experience.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“I am a 50-year-old man and I am interested in your class for a beginner how much would it be monthly thank you so much”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 7 mentions

“The owner, Robert, is knowledgeable, friendly, honest, and passionate about self-defense.”

From the reviews

A professional and caring environment for children and adults who are ready for self defense instruction. The owner/instructor is the best! Wealth of knowledge and experience/expertise are what make Mr. Morales an excellent teacher. A true asset to the El Centro community and to the Brazilian Jiujitsu Brotherhood!!!

★★★★★ — Mario, Mar 2021

My spouse's job took us to El Centro and I am so glad I found this place while we were there! The owner, Robert, is knowledgeable, friendly, honest, and passionate about self-defense. The gym is clean, the people are welcoming, and classes are high-quality and affordable. Good job Robert! I'll miss you guys.

★★★★★ — Alina, Aug 2017

Wa looking for a gym while I was in town and found Morales Brazilian jiu-jitsu. was welcomed in even though I’m only in town for a short time. Great class, great atmosphere, great coaching. If you are in the El Centro area and looking for a gym to up your jiu-jitsu game to the next level, this is it

★★★★★ — Travis, May 2026

Its a great place to take Jiu-jitsu classes for young and older people I take my grandsons he loves it and the instructors they do a great one on one teaching im thinking of joining my self

★★★★★ — Julian, May 2021

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Your first BJJ class at Morales 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Morales Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

VALLEY PLAZA, 1523 Main St Ste 113, El Centro, CA92243

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