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The Jiu Jitsu Training Institute
5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · BJJ gym in La Mirada, California
Plan your first class
- 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thejjti.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (323) 327-7872
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Great institution to come and learn Jiu Jitsu and self defense, help build your confidence and watch your kids grow into better humans.”
“I've noticed a huge difference in my own practice, and I know that I'm putting myself in a strong position for success as a competitor.”
“Great institution to come and learn Jiu Jitsu and self defense, help build your confidence and watch your kids grow into better humans.”
“I highly recommend this place for beginners, intermediates, and advanced levels.”
Other martial arts here
“I was stoked to find out there’s Muay Thai classes as well!”
What members say
“This is my first jiu jitsu gym and man Art is just one of the best instructors.”
“But it's not just about the technique - the atmosphere here is also incredibly supportive and welcoming.”
“Professor Art and every other student of his I have met have been the most humble, down to earth and compassionate people I have ever been around.”
“He breaks down the techniques for any level in great detail with patience and he’s for sure one of the most authentic people you’ll meet.”
“I have 4 of my kids in his institute and they are gaining confidence already!”
“I've been training there for the past year, and it's truly been one of the best decisions I've made in terms of both my physical and mental health.”
From the reviews
Hey, if you're considering training JiuJitsu, I highly recommend checking out the JiuJitsu Training Institute in La Mirada, California. I've been training there for the past year, and it's truly been one of the best decisions I've made in terms of both my physical and mental health.
Was in town for a few days and heard of this place through a friend. Very happy it was recommended! Professor Art is knowledgeable and explains techniques clearly and keeping a close eye and correcting technique as well as teaching the finer details that make the execution better.
Coach Art is amazing! I have 4 of my kids in his institute and they are gaining confidence already! My 5 year old is scared and coach Art is taking his time to get her confidante and comfortable. My family was blessed to find him!!! THANK YOU COACH ART 🙏
Great place to learn the fundamentals of Jui Jitsu.. my nephews trained with Art recently and they had a great time learning and building their confidence.. I highly recommend this place for beginners, intermediates, and advanced levels.
New to BJJ? Start at The Jiu Jitsu Training Institute
The Jiu Jitsu Training Institute 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 The Jiu Jitsu Training Institute
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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