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Paraiso Jiu JItsu

5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Porterville, California

BJJ gym Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule paraisojiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (559) 202-5943

Hours

Monday 5–8 PM
Tuesday 5–8 PM
Wednesday 5–8 PM
Thursday 5–8 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 AM–12:30 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 Paraiso Jiu JItsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 2 mentions

“Great place for kids to learn and grow.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“I just recently starting attending the self defense class for women (which is free btw) and I love it so much!”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 11 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“Vince (the instructor) is knowledgeable and has a great teaching style.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“I just recently starting attending the self defense class for women (which is free btw) and I love it so much!”

From the reviews

Vince the instructor has created such a great atmosphere in this gym. Everyone is so nice and willing to help you out with the lesson. Don’t hesitate to try it out!

★★★★★ — Cintia, Jun 2024

Paraíso jiujitsu has afforded me a new experience in my active lifestyle to express my creativity and to destress from daily life. I enjoy the weekly lessons as well as the free women’s self defense class on Saturday mornings.

★★★★★ — Silvia, Dec 2024

Paraiso has a great atmosphere! Vince (the instructor) is knowledgeable and has a great teaching style. He and everyone training will help you work through the challenges of learning such a unique skill. If anyone is on the fence about stepping onto the mat, there's no better place to do so than at Paraiso!

★★★★★ — David, Apr 2024

I just recently starting attending the self defense class for women (which is free btw) and I love it so much!! The instructor Vince is such a great teacher ! He really makes sure every one understands the moves and just makes you feel so comfortable.

★★★★★ — Selene, Jun 2024

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Your first BJJ class at Paraiso 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 Paraiso Jiu JItsu

601 W Olive Ave, Porterville, CA93257

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