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Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Hollister
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Hollister, California
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule instagram.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (831) 673-2121
Hours
| Monday | 3–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 3–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The perfect spot for everyone in the fam- especially if you have young children and women who want to learn and train in a safe and clean space.”
“If you are looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) or self-defense for adults or kids, this is the place to go.”
What members say
“The instructors, Coach Shay and Coach Jen, are incredibly knowledgeable.”
“Shay is such a patient coach, especially with kids, and he makes every class fun and welcoming.”
“My son has grown so much in confidence and ability since starting here, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the care and dedication they show.”
“My daughter has been coming to Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu since March, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience.”
“The perfect spot for everyone in the fam- especially if you have young children and women who want to learn and train in a safe and clean space.”
“They create an environment where children not only learn discipline and skill but also feel supported and encouraged every step of the way.”
From the reviews
We absolutely love this jiu-jitsu gym! The coaches are truly amazing—so patient, kind, and incredibly loving with the kids. They create an environment where children not only learn discipline and skill but also feel supported and encouraged every step of the way.
Hey, I gotta give a huge shoutout to Shay’s Ralph Gracie Jujutsu academy! My son and I train there, and it’s been amazing. Shay is such a patient coach, especially with kids, and he makes every class fun and welcoming. The environment is super friendly, like a big family.
My daughter started in toddler tumbles and “graduated” to Tiny Tigers and loves it so much!!! Jui jitsu is a huge part of our routine now during the week. It’s a great space for her to get all of her energy out! And Coach Jen and Coach Shay are amazing!!!
My daughter has been coming to Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu since March, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. The coaches are absolutely wonderful!! Coach Jenn and Coach Shay are so loving, patient, and attentive.
Your first BJJ class at Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Hollister
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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