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Paragon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Morgan Hill
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Morgan Hill, 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Website & schedule paragonbjjmorganhill.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 408-345-5524
The classes they run
“They have an incredible kids program (both of my children participate weekly) and the environment is amazing.”
“He was my first no gi coach and his teaching ability is next level.”
“Now I'm in my mid 40s and I'm able to train consistently, compete occasionally and compete on a high level in my division in jiu jitsu.”
Other martial arts here
“The cardio kickboxing classes are also a lot of fun and a great workout.”
What members say
“The head coach John Murphy is a world class Jiu Jitsu coach.”
“Paragon has a proven track record of high quality instruction in a welcoming, family friendly environment.”
“We all know how intimidating it can be to start something new, but with the Paragon Family, the whole process becomes an amazing, fun, and rewarding adventure.”
“Then he spent some time on some techniques for leg attacks including Aoki, heel hook, or Z Lock.”
“The cardio kickboxing classes are also a lot of fun and a great workout.”
“Now I'm in my mid 40s and I'm able to train consistently, compete occasionally and compete on a high level in my division in jiu jitsu.”
From the reviews
My son has been attending BJJ classes and has a fantastic time. John is a great coach who is super patient with the kids. The cardio kickboxing classes are also a lot of fun and a great workout.
I met the owners when I started training at the San Luis Obispo gym. Classes are fantastic for adults and kids. Very kind environment!
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! This gym is fantastic. Huge space. New mats and bags. Bonus points for shower! The head coach John Murphy is a world class Jiu Jitsu coach. And the vibe is welcoming and supportive culture.
Both my kiddo and I have been taking classes for years at Paragon SLO. This gym is welcoming, even for females and all age groups. They offer a variety of teaching styles and class times. You can tell that providing a safe space to train is a high priority for the owners.
New to BJJ? Start at Paragon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Morgan Hill
Paragon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Morgan Hill 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 Paragon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Morgan Hill
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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