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TANTŌ JIUJITSU, A Jean Jacques Machado Affiliate
5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Montrose, 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule tantojiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (818) 482-0243
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 9–10:30 AM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I am so grateful that my daughter has the opportunity to train at Tantō Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”
“- Some of the youngsters just brought gigantic medals back from a tournament!”
“Women's self defense classes are so informative, relaxed, and safe.”
What members say
“The Professor is an excellent instructor—approachable, engaging, and always open to questions.”
“The culture of the school is welcoming and supportive, with students of all belt levels contributing to a positive learning environment.”
“The culture of the school is welcoming and supportive, with students of all belt levels contributing to a positive learning environment.”
“Coach Sasha, a skilled instructor, focuses on technique and ensures that students of all ages and levels feel at ease and motivated.”
“Prof Alfred and Coach Sasha are amazing, my kids love them!”
“- Some of the youngsters just brought gigantic medals back from a tournament!”
From the reviews
Alfred is THE BEST. Women's self defense classes are so informative, relaxed, and safe. I highly recommend coming here!
My kids started jiu jitsu at Tanto and have been training for over a year now. Prof Alfred and Coach Sasha are amazing, my kids love them! They are always so positive, very welcoming and patient. They are some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet!
I recommend Tanto Jiu Jitsu. I've been at the gym for 3 months and I feel healthier and more athletic. Professor Alfred is extremely knowledgeable, a natural teacher, and approachable. The adult community at the gym is diverse and friendly. The people make training fun and safe.
One great academy to learn jiujitsu for kids and adults! Professor Alfred and Coach Sasha are very good with the kids. They are kind, helpful, and also very encouraging. Always making sure we get the technique right and always open to answering any of our questions during the adult classes.
Your first BJJ class at TANTŌ JIUJITSU, A Jean Jacques Machado Affiliate
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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