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V1SION Jiu Jitsu (Checkmat)
5 ★★★★★ 82 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Ladera Ranch, California
Part of Checkmat
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
- Membership memberships run around $49.99/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule vision1bjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (949) 593-0077
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The palpable passion he exudes in his teachings serves as a constant inspiration, inviting us to embody the fundamental values of dedication, integrity, and respect.”
“The kids class is no different- under the guidance of coach Annie, the kids program has over a dozen league champions and highly decorated youth boys and girls.”
“Vision BJJ is a beginner friendly gym that also offers instruction for experienced competitors.”
“This is a great gym if you have any interest in maintaining physical health, learning self-defense or enjoying competitive sports.”
“Vision BJJ is a beginner friendly gym that also offers instruction for experienced competitors.”
Other martial arts here
“We have rolled at several BJJ and Judo studios through our travels and relocations and this studio is top notch.”
What members say
“I am absolutely and unequivocally addicted to bjj thanks to the amazing professor and coaches at Vision.”
“Vision BJJ is a beginner friendly gym that also offers instruction for experienced competitors.”
“Yet, V1sion BJJ transcends the confines of a mere training facility—it is a tightly knit family united by a shared ardor for the martial arts.”
“The instructors have the highest regard not only for technique and skill, but also promote a culture of respect, community, honor and integrity.”
“The kids class is no different- under the guidance of coach Annie, the kids program has over a dozen league champions and highly decorated youth boys and girls.”
“Vision BJJ is a beginner friendly gym that also offers instruction for experienced competitors.”
From the reviews
I am so thankful for the professors and coaches at checkmat vision. They are so knowledgeable, kind, and truly care about their students. The facility is always clean and well kept. If you’re considering training I couldn’t recommend this gym any more!
Jiu Jitsu has so many benefits: physical, mental, social, etc. My wife, 2 sons and I all love training here. Highest level instruction for all levels. Hard rolls met with good vibes, humility, transparency and warmth.
Fresh mats, fresh look! Good looking bathrooms too. Everyone at V1SION BJJ was super welcoming. Looking forward to a roll soon!
I love rolling at this gym! There is a wide range of talents here so I’m able to roll with people at my level and above which challenges me to learn new moves faster. The atmosphere is positive, friendly, encouraging, and welcoming. I have learned so much from the coaches and feel I am getting an authentic experience.
New to BJJ? Start at V1SION Jiu Jitsu (Checkmat)
V1SION Jiu Jitsu (Checkmat) comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 V1SION Jiu Jitsu (Checkmat)
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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