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San Diego Fight Club

4.7 ★★★★★ 47 Google reviews · BJJ gym in El Cajon, California

BJJ gym Free trial Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule sdfcmmagym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 619-206-3589

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 5–7 pm
Saturday 10 am–1 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 San Diego Fight Club, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

“As someone who has no prior experience I walked in on a beginner class as a guest and was welcomed immediately with open arms.”

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🧒 Kids BJJ 6 mentions

“I’ve been going to San Diego Fight Club since 2008 and have experienced both the kids and adult Jiu Jitsu classes.”

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💪 Women's BJJ

“Great place as a woman to Train!”

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🏆 Competition Team

“Nick Oliver is an ADCC Open winner and his techniques will elevate your game and make you a better roller.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Since starting over 5 years ago I have gained confidence, maturity, and mental resiliency, as well as a ton of practical skills I get to carry with me everywhere I go.”

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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 San Diego Fight Club — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Muay Thai

“Boxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu jitsu”

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🏟️ MMA 5 mentions

“You want to actually learn MMA/BJJ/Boxing from a renowned fighter and OG in the fight scene, this is the place!”

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🥊 Boxing 4 mentions

“Whether you want to training strictly in BJJ or you are looking to round out your arsenal with striking technique like boxing and kickboxing, this is the club to join.”

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🦵 Kickboxing 3 mentions

“Whether you want to training strictly in BJJ or you are looking to round out your arsenal with striking technique like boxing and kickboxing, this is the club to join.”

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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 47 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“They have great coaches who are very knowledgeable and make you feel welcome.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“As someone who has no prior experience I walked in on a beginner class as a guest and was welcomed immediately with open arms.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 7 mentions

“I really can't explain what the San Diego Fight Club has done for my family and myself.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 6 mentions

“Whether you want to training strictly in BJJ or you are looking to round out your arsenal with striking technique like boxing and kickboxing, this is the club to join.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“Since starting over 5 years ago I have gained confidence, maturity, and mental resiliency, as well as a ton of practical skills I get to carry with me everywhere I go.”

From the reviews

SD/FC has a welcoming fun family vibe. The coaches are high level instructors who are easily accessible. The training partners are passionate about getting better and protecting their partners. The facilities are new and kept very clean. There’s tons of parking.

★★★★★ — C., Oct 2024

When I first stumbled upon the San Diego Fight Club, I was a shell of the person I used to be. Lost in a fog of depression and anxiety, I felt like I was drowning in a world that had long since forgotten my name.

★★★★★ — Heywood, Oct 2024

I really can't explain what the San Diego Fight Club has done for my family and myself. Charlie Kohler has really provided an environment to grow mentally and physically. The coaching staff is top notch!

★★★★★ — Jeremy, May 2023

Came in not knowing anything about Jui Jitsu except for watching fights on TV, but Nick Oliver gave me an introductory class, was super patient with all my questions, and walked me through basic etiquette, positions, and terminology which helped me feel more comfortable and confidence.

★★★★★ — Diana, Mar 2024

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Your first BJJ class at San Diego Fight Club

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 San Diego Fight Club

1301 Pepper Dr Ste B, El Cajon, CA92021

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