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Strive Jiu Jitsu Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lodi, 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule striveacademylodi.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 209-400-7142
Hours
| Monday | 5–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–1 pm, 5–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“If you want your kids to learn how to be respectful and physically capable while having a blast with their friends, Strive is the place to take them.”
“Current classes offered are: women’s self defense, kickboxing, gi and nogi jiu jitsu, kid’s jiu jitsu and (free) open mat on Sundays.”
“Current classes offered are: women’s self defense, kickboxing, gi and nogi jiu jitsu, kid’s jiu jitsu and (free) open mat on Sundays.”
“Whether looking to compete in official tournaments or simply looking to get in shape and learn self defense, Strive Jiu Jitsu & Fitness Academy has it all.”
“Current classes offered are: women’s self defense, kickboxing, gi and nogi jiu jitsu, kid’s jiu jitsu and (free) open mat on Sundays.”
“Current classes offered are: women’s self defense, kickboxing, gi and nogi jiu jitsu, kid’s jiu jitsu and (free) open mat on Sundays.”
Other martial arts here
“Current classes offered are: women’s self defense, kickboxing, gi and nogi jiu jitsu, kid’s jiu jitsu and (free) open mat on Sundays.”
“My husband and I visited many gyms that train in jiu jitsu and Karate.”
What members say
“Now my wife and 3 duaghters and youngest son all train at strive and Professor Manny who is a black belt is one of the best coaches that I've been around.”
“Once we walked into Strive Acadamy the atmosphere was very welcoming so we decided to put our son in the week free trial.”
“Once we walked into Strive Acadamy the atmosphere was very welcoming so we decided to put our son in the week free trial.”
“Coach Meredith and Coach Jackson are fantastic at explaining techniques in a way the kids really understand.”
“We signed our kids up for kids jiu jitsu class and just love the instruction the coaches give.”
“Whether looking to compete in official tournaments or simply looking to get in shape and learn self defense, Strive Jiu Jitsu & Fitness Academy has it all.”
From the reviews
There isn't enough space to express how amazing this academy has been for me and my family. My son takes the kids jiu jitsu class here and it has been amazing to watch his growth and development since he has been coming. All of the coaches foster a caring environment while pushing each kid to their very best.
My son turned 5 in October 2017. My husband and I visited many gyms that train in jiu jitsu and Karate. Once we walked into Strive Acadamy the atmosphere was very welcoming so we decided to put our son in the week free trial.
My daughter trained under Professor Rocha for a year before having to take a hiatus for cancer treatment. It was the best year of her life and she can't wait to get back. Edit: She returned to Strive on May 4th, 2021 and it felt like she was home again.
Strive is an amazing place to train! The instructors are top-notch and everyone is kind and welcoming. Truly a family gym that’s great for both kids and adults at all levels. You won’t regret trying it out!
Your first BJJ class at Strive Jiu Jitsu Academy
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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