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RYSK BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
5 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Laguna Hills, 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 (ages 3–15) — 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 ryskbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (949) 728-8532
Hours
| Monday | 6–10 AM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–10 AM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–10 AM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–10 AM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–10 AM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He delivers a well structured class that reinforces self defense skills, builds confidence, and a provides fun athletic outlet for my two kids in his pee wee classes.”
“He delivers a well structured class that reinforces self defense skills, builds confidence, and a provides fun athletic outlet for my two kids in his pee wee classes.”
“It doesn’t matter if you’re brand new or have experience, everyone is treated with respect and encouraged to grow at their own pace.”
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What members say
“If you’re looking for a welcoming jiu-jitsu gym with knowledgeable coaches and a supportive atmosphere, this is definitely the place to be.”
“Beyond the skills, Professor Chico has created an incredibly welcoming environment that feels like a supportive team and family.”
“Professor Chico and everyone involved with the studio have created a family environment with endless support and care tailoring experiences to individual needs.”
“Both Professor Chico and Professor Eddie are fantastic teachers who deliver a high level of detail and genuinely work with you to ensure your development.”
“We started in January this year and I never thought my kids would absolutely love it.”
“We also have a really solid group of women training so you never have to worry if you’ll be the only woman on the mats.”
From the reviews
RYSK is truly an incredible place to train, and I can't recommend it enough. The instruction here is top-tier. Both Professor Chico and Professor Eddie are fantastic teachers who deliver a high level of detail and genuinely work with you to ensure your development.
RYSK BJJ has been an absolute game-changer for my family. We’ve been training here for about a year and a half—me, my wife, and all three of our kids (ages 5–11)—and it’s honestly one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. From day one, the environment has been welcoming, supportive, and genuinely family-friendly.
I’ve had such a great experience with this jiu-jitsu program for both kids and adults. From the moment you walk in, the environment is incredibly welcoming and supportive. It doesn’t matter if you’re brand new or have experience, everyone is treated with respect and encouraged to grow at their own pace.
We absolutely love RYSK Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! My son looks forward to every single class and has grown so much since starting. Professor Chico and the coaches do an incredible job balancing discipline with fun, and they really know how to connect with the kids.
New to BJJ? Start at RYSK BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
RYSK BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU 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 RYSK BRAZILIAN 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.
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