Caio Terra Academy
About Caio Terra Academy
At Caio Terra Academy, we are passionate about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and dedicated to helping students of all experience levels discover the transformative power of this martial art. Located in California, California affiliated with Caio Terra, our academy welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced grapplers.
Our experienced instructors bring years of dedicated training and a genuine love for the art to every class. We emphasize strong fundamentals, technical precision, and a supportive training culture where every student is encouraged to grow at their own pace.
We offer Adult programs designed to serve our diverse student body. Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, competition, or simply the challenge of learning a complex martial art, Caio Terra Academy has a class for you.
Come experience the Caio Terra Academy community for yourself. Your first class is on us — we look forward to welcoming you to the mat.
Reviews
I was in town for work and looking for a place to train when I realized Caio Terra’s headquarters was nearby. I dropped in for a day and had an awesome experience. Mason Fowler was teaching the no gi class and the instruction was top level. Everyone was welcoming and the rolls were fun and challenging. I’ll definitely be back whenever I’m in town again. Thank you!
As a local boy from Hawaii traveling with my kids for competition, I just want to say mahalo to Caio Terra Academy San Jose for welcoming us in. My son Asher and my daughter Mia dropped in this week while we’re getting ready for the OC Open, and the experience was next level. The class was structured, technical, and very well taught. You can tell there’s real intention behind how they run their room. No wasted time, no ego, just high level jiujitsu and solid training. What made it even more special was having Caio Terra and Mason Fowler on the mats as well. For my kids to be able to train in that kind of environment before a big weekend meant a lot to us. The coaches were professional, the students were respectful, and the room had that focused competition vibe while still being welcoming to out of town families like ours. We truly appreciate the hospitality and the level of instruction. Highly recommend if you’re serious about your training. Much respect from Hawaii 🤙🏽
Vitor is an exceptional teacher with such a mastery of knowledge of jiu-jitsu. Each morning, Vitor gifts us with such meticulous jiu-jitsu details. He watches us and advises us so patiently. Vitor skillfully arranges training partners to challenge the competitors and protect those with injuries so that everybody can work hard, improve their jiu-jitsu, and learn. Caio invests so much time and energy into making precise videos for our learning. I really appreciate how much he cares about our jiu-jitsu. The academy is really the cleanest, nicest academy I’ve ever trained in. Caio even put ergonomic chairs and desks for us to study and places for families to sit. He cares about the environment very much. He even had the team create a wall after a truck drove into the academy, just to make sure that nobody missed training, which is so important for our mental and physical health. Is your gi still wet from training the day before? Did your best floofy buddy submit your gi? Don’t worry — there are loaner gis for you to borrow. Just get to the academy and train.
My kid has been training at Caio Terra Academy for years, and it has been a wonderful experience for our family. The instruction is top-notch, and seeing his progress over the years has been a joy. It is a great place for young people to learn discipline and focus. Highly recommended!
My daughter and I dropped in for Friday night No Gi class while out of town. I cannot express my gratitude enough to Professor Mason and the whole Caio Terra Academy HQ for all their hospitality. Such a clean, well run school full of knowledgeable instructors and kind students. Good, clean, fun rounds and excellent instruction. We will definitely return.
Frequently Asked Questions
IS THERE A FREE TRIAL CLASS?
Absolutely. We invite all prospective students to try their first class free at Caio Terra Academy. It's the best way to experience our training environment, meet our coaches, and see if BJJ is right for you. No experience or equipment needed — comfortable athletic clothing is fine.
DO I NEED ANY EXPERIENCE TO START?
No experience necessary! Caio Terra Academy welcomes complete beginners. Our instructors break down every technique step by step, and our community is known for being welcoming and patient with new students. Everyone starts as a white belt, and that's exactly where you should start too.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST CLASS?
For your first visit, comfortable athletic clothing works perfectly — a t-shirt and shorts or athletic pants. Once you commit to training regularly, you'll want to invest in a gi (kimono). Our coaches can recommend quality options at a range of price points.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I TRAIN?
Most students at Caio Terra Academy train 2 to 3 times per week and see consistent progress. Showing up regularly matters far more than training intensely once in a while. We offer multiple class times throughout the week so you can find a schedule that fits your life.
DO YOU OFFER CLASSES FOR KIDS?
We primarily serve adult students. Please contact us directly to ask about availability for younger students — we're happy to point you in the right direction.
Programs
Weekly Schedule
| Time | Class | Level |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00am | Fundamentals BJJ | All Levels |
| 12:00pm | Noon BJJ | All Levels |
| 5:30pm | Kids BJJ | Youth |
| 6:30pm | Fundamentals BJJ | All Levels |
| 7:30pm | Advanced BJJ | Blue Belt+ |
| 6:00am | No-Gi Grappling | All Levels |
| 6:30pm | No-Gi Submission | Intermediate |
| 7:30pm | Competition Training | Advanced |
| 9:00am | All Levels BJJ | All Levels |
| 11:00am | Open Mat | All Levels |
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