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Pit.Fit

4.8 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · BJJ gym in San Luis Obispo, California

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi

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  • 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
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  • Website & schedule pit.fit — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (805) 242-2032

Hours

Monday 6–7 AM, 10 AM–12 PM, 3–7 PM
Tuesday 10–11 AM, 3–8 PM
Wednesday 6–7 AM, 10 AM–12 PM, 3–8:30 PM
Thursday 10–11 AM, 3–8 PM
Friday 6–7 AM, 10 AM–12 PM, 3–8 PM
Saturday 10 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 Pit.Fit, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 5 mentions

“I recommend adults and children of all fitness levels and walks of life to come in and try a class, you wont be disappointed.”

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🩳 No-Gi 3 mentions

“All instructors are very knowledgeable in fitness and self defense and the grappling program, coached by Justin Fraiser, is world class.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“All instructors are very knowledgeable in fitness and self defense and the grappling program, coached by Justin Fraiser, is world class.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and are able to work with anyone of all levels.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Pit.Fit — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing

“I've trained at world class jiu jitsu and boxing gyms all over the map, and this grappling program is seriously LEGIT.”

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🦵 Kickboxing 6 mentions

“My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“Justin Frazer - Grappling expert DRAGON LEVEL, Antonio Banuelos - UFC veteran, Brandon Drucker - Super technical wrestling coach.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 28 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“Fun and friendly environment with great instructors.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“The gym is actually quite different from many "fighter dens" in the sense that everyone is welcoming and down to earth.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 16 mentions

“Best workout/training I have ever experienced, the instructors are knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to help you become your best self.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“fit are really knowledgeable about real world self defense and sport fighting techniques.”

great workout & conditioning 9 mentions

“My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof.”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 3 mentions

“The facilities are clean and well maintained and the environment is friendly and welcoming.”

From the reviews

I started coming to SLO Kickboxing about 15 years ago when it was owned by UFC Champion Chuck Liddell. Since that time, the gym has evolved into a great place for people of all fitness backgrounds to break a great sweat and HAVE FUN! The staff at pit.

★★★★★ — Justin, Mar 2016

Pit.Fit is a great place for all levels of fitness and all types of martial arts. My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof. We both visit anytime we are in town. We love Pit.

★★★★★ — Kelsey, Apr 2016

The facilities are clean and well maintained and the environment is friendly and welcoming. The instructors are excellent, approachable, and very experienced. The schedule offers different classes for all skill levels.

★★★★★ — Christopher, Mar 2016

Justin Frazer - Grappling expert DRAGON LEVEL, Antonio Banuelos - UFC veteran, Brandon Drucker - Super technical wrestling coach... need I say more?

★★★★★ — Brian, May 2017

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New to BJJ? Start at Pit.Fit

Pit.Fit 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Pit.Fit

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 Pit.Fit

3536 S Higuera St Ste 250, San Luis Obispo, CA93401

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