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Panza Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Torrance, California
Plan your first class
- 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
- 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
- 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 panzajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 310-570-0812
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:30–11:30 am, 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 10:30–11:30 am, 4:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Coach Panza is extremely knowledgable and is a master at teaching these techniques to all ages, but especially makes it fun for kids to help them absorb the lesson.”
“He welcomes all levels and offers both gi and no gi classes.”
“Whether you’re casually getting into bjj, or want to compete at the highest levels - this is the place to go if you’re in the Southern LA area.”
“Panza and his family are very welcoming and the one on one coaching that you get will is unmatched.”
“Side note- he is also great with kids if you’re wanting to get your child involved with self defense and community at an early age”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Panza's BJJ school offers an exceptional environment to grow, learn, and be part of a supportive community.”
What members say
“For the adult class, Panza provides world class instruction that goes beyond just techniques and includes principles behind the moves as well as strategy.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Panza's BJJ school offers an exceptional environment to grow, learn, and be part of a supportive community.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Panza's BJJ school offers an exceptional environment to grow, learn, and be part of a supportive community.”
“Coach Panza is extremely knowledgable and is a master at teaching these techniques to all ages, but especially makes it fun for kids to help them absorb the lesson.”
“The kids program is fantastic—it helps build confidence, teaches discipline, and gives them a great way to burn energy in a positive environment.”
“Whether you’re casually getting into bjj, or want to compete at the highest levels - this is the place to go if you’re in the Southern LA area.”
From the reviews
Excellent BJJ, excellent folks. Excellent vibes. Panza does a fantastic job, and he is very funny too 😄 😆. Large gym, his and hers change rooms. Clean and fresh. NEW LARGER MAT SPACE.
I’m a 10+ year BJJ practitioner, and Panza BJJ is one of the best gyms I’ve been fortunate enough to be a part of. Whether you’re casually getting into bjj, or want to compete at the highest levels - this is the place to go if you’re in the Southern LA area.
Panza JJ is such an amazing place for BJJ! My daughter has been going here for over 2 years and she not only loves it, but is learning so much about technique, discipline and patience. The coaches- Panza and Camila are exceptional! They are so patient with the kids and are great teachers. The kids have so much fun too!
Master level class with one of greatest names on BJJ training you almost 1x1 is priceless. Panza is a very knowledgeable professor and his methodology makes you really improve your skills. A very easy going place to make friends, you always going to feel welcome. The new gym is beyond 5 stars!
New to BJJ? Start at Panza Jiu Jitsu
Panza Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Panza 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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