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Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studios
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · BJJ gym in La Cañada Flintridge, California
Plan your first class
- 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 zultimate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (818) 952-0070
Hours
| Monday | 12–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–9 PM |
| Friday | 12–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My kids started training here first, and after seeing how much they loved it and grew from the program, I decided to join as an adult student back in 2022.”
“I started martial arts here as a teen and have been coming for 10+ years.”
“From tournaments to belt testing, the entire experience has been exciting and eye-opening for our family.”
“He goes far beyond simply teaching self-defense skills to students of all ages and levels—he truly invests in their growth as individuals.”
Other martial arts here
“Everyone is so kind and supportive and it’s like this awesome karate family.”
What members say
“Sensei Lucian and his staff are all incredible instructors and so wonderful with children.”
“The instructors are patient, welcoming, and great at teaching all ages.”
“Instructors are friendly and helpful, also cool to see the younger generation learning discipline and respect.”
“This studio has been so wonderful for my daughter. She has gained so much confidence and coordination.”
“Sensei Lucian is absolutely incredible, he doesn’t just teach martial arts, he builds discipline, respect, and confidence in every student.”
From the reviews
This studio has been so wonderful for my daughter. She has gained so much confidence and coordination. She looks forward to every lesson and loves the studio and teachers. The combination of private and group classes is excellent.
Our family has had an incredible experience with Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studios in La Cañada. My kids started training here first, and after seeing how much they loved it and grew from the program, I decided to join as an adult student back in 2022. It has been one of the best decisions I’ve made.
We’ve been with Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studios since 2019, and it has been hands down one of the best decisions I’ve made for my boys. Sensei Lucian is absolutely incredible, he doesn’t just teach martial arts, he builds discipline, respect, and confidence in every student.
My son has been a student for a bit over a year. We have tried 3 different Jiu Jitsu dojos, Taekwondo, and Wu Shu before we found Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studio with Sensei Lucian. This has been the longest my son has stayed interested and continues to stay interested in a martial art.
Your first BJJ class at Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studios
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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