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North Orange County Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 107 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Placentia, 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) — 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 nocmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 714-485-8982
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has grown in strength and confidence since attending here, and she is always expressing how happy she is to have made all the friends she has in her class.”
“What really stands out is how North Orange County Martial Arts has helped my son prepare for and compete in tournaments.”
“Whether you're a beginner, a parent looking for a great program for your kids, or someone training for competitions, North Orange County MMA has something for everyone.”
Other martial arts here
“We’ve already tested (with no extra fees) for our wrestling and jiu jitsu stripes and are working on kick boxing, Muay Thai, and the knowledge and courage stripes next.”
“Whether you're a beginner, a parent looking for a great program for your kids, or someone training for competitions, North Orange County MMA has something for everyone.”
“We’ve already tested (with no extra fees) for our wrestling and jiu jitsu stripes and are working on kick boxing, Muay Thai, and the knowledge and courage stripes next.”
“We’ve already tested (with no extra fees) for our wrestling and jiu jitsu stripes and are working on kick boxing, Muay Thai, and the knowledge and courage stripes next.”
“We’ve already tested (with no extra fees) for our wrestling and jiu jitsu stripes and are working on kick boxing, Muay Thai, and the knowledge and courage stripes next.”
“My boys tried karate and jiujitsu at other locations and the trainers did not care if they were learning or not.”
What members say
“This place has great instructors, and great owner/coaches who deeply care about how the gym is run.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, with a great sense of community where everyone supports each other’s progress, no matter their experience level.”
“My son has grown tremendously in his MMA journey and I owe that credit to this great gym and all the people who work there who treat everyone like family.”
“North Orange County Martial Arts teaches your kid real moves and techniques.”
“My daughter has grown in strength and confidence since attending here, and she is always expressing how happy she is to have made all the friends she has in her class.”
“What really stands out is how North Orange County Martial Arts has helped my son prepare for and compete in tournaments.”
From the reviews
NOCMA feels like a family. We checked out a few jiu jitsu places in the area and when we walked into NOCMA, Scott was so kind. He explained everything to us and never seemed too busy to answer any questions. We had our kids try it out for a week and they loved it.
Highly Recommended! I’ve been training at North Orange County Martial Arts for several months now, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely care about your growth both inside and outside the gym.
My 6-year-old son has been attending NOCMA for the past year or so and he absolutely loves it. The owners, staff, and coaches are always patient and inviting… and the facility is so clean! The staff always has a special treat for the kids after class which is the cherry on top.
Perfect gym for beginners with no martial arts experience. The nerves got better with each class, and soon I felt stronger and more confident. Coaches are patient, approachable, and great at teaching.
New to BJJ? Start at North Orange County Martial Arts
North Orange County Martial Arts 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 North Orange County Martial Arts
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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