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Renzo Gracie Los Angeles
4.8 ★★★★★ 188 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Los Angeles, California
Part of Renzo Gracie Academy
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
- 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 renzogracielosangeles.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 323-933-1708
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–4 pm |
The classes they run
“Highly recommend coach Jess’ fundamental noon classes for those who have never trained; perfect beginner pace.”
“High level technique that helped me podium at Jiu Jitsu World league.”
“Professor Jaime includes self-defense as part of the BJJ training and all disciplines are very women friendly.”
“The facility is always clean, the vibe is incredibly welcoming, and it’s a great environment whether you’re a total beginner or an advanced martial artist.”
Other martial arts here
“They have an excellent Muay Thai program with amazing coaches (shoutout Jay, Nate, Rafa) in addition to the namesake jiu jitsu although that’s not my area of focus.”
“I love it here, if you want to learn jiujitsu, muay Thai, or mma, come here.”
“Amazing teachers and an actual jujitsu gym that teaches take downs(judo).”
What members say
“They have an excellent Muay Thai program with amazing coaches (shoutout Jay, Nate, Rafa) in addition to the namesake jiu jitsu although that’s not my area of focus.”
“The facility is always clean, the vibe is incredibly welcoming, and it’s a great environment whether you’re a total beginner or an advanced martial artist.”
“I did not know how much I really needed this community, everyone has been so supportive and I truly feel like I have become a better person because of this.”
“I stopped by for an introductory class that was rescheduled and Coach Frances stepped in as our saving grace to show us some techniques anyway.”
“I highly recommend the functional fitness/HIIT classes for conditioning and a more well-rounded workout.”
“Awesome jiu jitsu and Muay Thai instruction as well as excellent HIIT classes all with knowledgeable and competent instructors and coaches.”
From the reviews
I carefully chose a place to study Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and when I came here, I immediately realized this was exactly what I was looking for. First of all, the professionalism of the coaches — the quality of instruction is very high. They teach everything from the basics to advanced skills. Second, the atmosphere.
I started my martial arts journey 2 years ago at Renzo Gracie LA. I started because I enjoyed watching UFC and wanted to dip my toes into training. I knew absolutely nothing about jiu jitsu and no one at this gym. 2 years later I’m so much more confident in myself as not only a grappler but as a man.
Some of the best people I've met in my life train at this gym. I took a trial class two years ago and knew within minutes that I'd found a supportive community where I could learn, grow, and get stronger, and I have. My training partners/friends care about me on and off the mat. We keep each other safe.. and it's fun.
One of the best gyms I have had the privileged of training at. Welcoming. Amazing teachers and an actual jujitsu gym that teaches take downs(judo). Best place to learn. And they have comp classes to prep you for competitions.
New to BJJ? Start at Renzo Gracie Los Angeles
Renzo Gracie Los Angeles 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 Renzo Gracie Los Angeles
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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