Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Encinitas, CA

Most traditional martial arts primarily deal with self-defense from a standing position (relying mainly on strikes). However, 95% of street fights end up on the ground where most standing strikes and kicks do not work. Jiu Jitsu is a martial art form that focuses on self-defense from the ground. Furthermore, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art form that teaches smaller, weaker opponents how to defeat a bigger, stronger opponent by the use of technique, leverage, and joint manipulation.

Yes, many of our students schedule Private Training with our Instructors. Private Training can be a great way to compliment regular class training. Maybe you want to focus on certain defensive or offensive techniques. Or you may want to work on a competitive strategy for an upcoming tournament. Or maybe you want to train with a black belt to accelerate your skills in general. In any case, we have several Instructors that will work with you on what to cover and date/times that are convenient. Please contact us for more details.

We recommend that you train at least 2 times a week. Jiu Jitsu techniques include many details on movement, positions, and grips. Being able to retain the information and recall it quickly takes practice, repetition, and drilling. Many of our students train 6-7 days a week, some even train twice a day. But the right amount of training is really a personal decision based on age, body type, work and family schedule, etc. We recommend that you start with a moderate schedule and work your way up to more frequent training as you go.

Students are required to wear a Gracie Barra Gi and Gracie Barra rash guard to every class. We recommend that you bring a water bottle and mouth guard (optional) to class as well. Also, please wear (or have your kids wear) shoes or flip flops to class (and when you use the restroom). Footwear should be removed prior to walking on the mats and stored in the GBE cubbies.

To cancel your membership, complete the cancellation request form on our website 60 days before you plan to stop coming to our school. Once submitted one of our friendly team will contact you to arrange your cancellation. Any cancelled members will be charged at current membership rates if they decide to rejoin.