Best Self-Defense Classes in Tracy, CA

“  Professor Charles Gracie is almost always here at the Tracy location and has his door open to all willing students who want to train hard and learn the Gracie Jiu Jitsu system.”

“This is the place my son calls his second home, the instructors are very knowledgeable and patient he started coming to this martial arts school since he was 9 and he loves Martial Arts, he has grown up a lot thanks to his dedicated martial arts trai...”

“The instructors, led by Sensei Steven, Sensei Almansor, and Senpai Antonio, are not just experts in jiu-jitsu; they are mentors who genuinely care about each student's growth.”

“On top of all of that their prices are amazing and they don't mandate a Checkmat gi, even though most buy them unlike most gyms were your required to buy their overpriced gis.”

“Our son has enjoyed every minute learning the art of Charles Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and hopes to take on additions arts offered here such as Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Kenpo and Mui Thai.”

“I am a martial arts practitioner of over 20 years but this is my first time going down the BJJ path with my teenage son, JG Academy has great caring instructors who take the time to teach you correctly and who care about your progress.”

“After we found out he could walk he began training with Master Dave at Kicks and Master Dave has shown nothing but compassion and care for our child and all those that train with him.”

“On day one when my son had no idea what he was doing, they both made him feel welcome and comfortable without looking like the "new" kid who clearly didn't know the basics.”

“It is reassuring to know my daughters have a safe outlet for their aggression and ever-raging hormones while also gaining body awareness, strength and self-respect.”

“We've been to other gyms/academy's and although they all claim to have a family atmosphere none can compare to Crispim BJJ Barra Brothers in Pleasanton.”

“The head instructor is wonderful at instilling the core principles of the martial arts (such as discipline and self control) while also making it enjoyable and fun.”

“Excellent dojo for kids and adults to not only learn martial arts/mma, but to also gain discipline, confidence, determination, and new set of useful skills, etc...”

“The course and overall structure was very helpful, there was some challenges as there should be, but Vince(Owner/Instructor) and Dylan(Instructor) are experienced enough to recognize when guidance is needed.”

“The people here are will be respectful of your fitness levels and will work with you to be better, not the typical "look at the mirror" patronage you get accustomed to in gyms.”

“I have been training here for almost 5 years and as a girl starting jiu jitsu i was a little nervous, but even on my first jiu jitsu class I felt like I already fit it with everyone.”

“I was kind of nervous because I had never been in any kind of martial arts class before but everyone in that class was super supportive and really made me feel welcome.”

“On my first day, I described my prior injuries, and medical conditions that have a pretty dramatic affect on my workouts and he not only addressed them but he goes the extra step to make accommodations for them, when needed, but continuously pushes m...”

“My son has been taking classes at Big Break Jiu Jitsu for just about 8 months now and David and Samantha are phenomenal coaches and really go above and beyond for the kids (as I'm sure they do for the adults that train there, too!”

“No matter what skill level you are, you will be leaving learning something new.”