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Ralph Gracie Pleasanton
4.9 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Pleasanton, 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
- 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 rg-pleasanton.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (925) 918-5359
Hours
| Monday | 7–8 AM, 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7–8 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7–8 AM, 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7–8 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 7–8 AM, 11 AM–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Wether you're there for your kids or yourself, you can be sure that He will give you the most out of being his student.”
“Wednesday evenings, they feature a women only training.”
“If you’re looking to just get in shape and have fun or become a serious competitor this is the gym for you.”
“If you’re looking a great place for your kids to learn some discipline and self defense.”
“Speaking as someone who is a beginner in combat sports, the people in this gym formed a very welcoming and helpful community to help me learn BJJ.”
Other martial arts here
“Muay Thai kickboxing classes on Monday and Friday evenings (7:30 pm) check website for times.”
“Outstanding Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training from Ex MMA fighter and Second Degree Black Belt, Marcio Moreira.”
“Muay Thai kickboxing classes on Monday and Friday evenings (7:30 pm) check website for times.”
What members say
“The professors are great instructors and the other students make you feel like you have been part of the team forever.”
“Speaking as someone who is a beginner in combat sports, the people in this gym formed a very welcoming and helpful community to help me learn BJJ.”
“The family atmosphere here is next to non, the coaches are world class, and each and every student helps each other progress and shares their knowledge with others.”
“Professor Marcio’s techniques are so incredible, you probably never heard and never seen before any other Jiujitsu academy.”
“Master Ralph Gracie's system of highly trained professionals will help start your journey or will continue your quest for mastery of this martial art!”
“Adults and children can train in a safe, clean, and inviting gym.”
From the reviews
I trained at four different gyms now. Fabio Leopoldo in Ventura California. Jean-Jacques in Tarzana. And two different gyms in Fremont. This is one of the best I've ever trained. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. The training is world-class. The facility is very clean. You train 7 days a week.
Best place to train in the Bay Area. If you’re looking a great place for your kids to learn some discipline and self defense. If you’re looking to just get in shape and have fun or become a serious competitor this is the gym for you. Great instructors and awesome teammates make it the best place I have ever trained!
I’ve had my introduction and 3 classes so far. If you’re like me and heavier than you like to be all of the instructors are understanding. They will encourage you to work harder while at the same time understanding it’s going to be harder. The instructors are great (looking at you Zack and Sasha!
Ralph Gracie Pleasanton is a family oriented gym that offers adult and kid classes. Professor Marcio is a patience and knowledgeable person. He can tailor your training based on your personal goal. Safety and having fun is his priority here.
New to BJJ? Start at Ralph Gracie Pleasanton
Ralph Gracie Pleasanton comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Ralph Gracie Pleasanton
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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