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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo

Affiliation: Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Centers
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About Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo

At Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo, 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, 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, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo has a class for you.

Come experience the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo community for yourself. Your first class is on us — we look forward to welcoming you to the mat.

Reviews

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50 reviews
Ryan Polanco
2026-01-06

Gracie Jui-Jitsu in Nipomo is AMAZING! The staff is so friendly and so good with the kids. The amount of patience they have for these kids is just WOW! And it really shows in the children. 1000% recommend!! Jeff has made us feel welcomed since the first time we stepped foot in the door… greeting us personally and introducing himself. He makes these kids feel good with each of their personal accomplishments in class. This program has done wonders for my daughter!

Jason Francia
2025-05-02

My son Benny absolutely loves coming to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in Nipomo. Jeff does an incredible job working with all of the students—he’s patient, focused, and truly passionate about teaching. What stands out most is how he manages to give each student individual attention, even in a group setting. As a parent, I really appreciate the structure, encouragement, and respect that’s built into every class. We couldn’t be happier with the experience, and I highly recommend this academy to any families looking for quality Jiu-Jitsu instruction on the Central Coast.

Dwayne Pe
2026-01-29

Great place, ran by excellent people. They are really good at making you feel welcomed. A very safe, and knowledgeable place to start or continue your Jiu Jitsu journey.

Bridgett Tervalon Henry
2025-04-14

I have never meet a more highly trained team of professionals. I’m enrolled in the Women’s Empowered courses and Combative's classes. I get to train with so many different belt levels and each instructor brings their own individual skill level and personality. Which is bonus to my training. I get all the best out of each of them. I admire, respect and trust them all as well. They truly represent the best of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu with even more classes to offer. In every class you will learn life changing and life saving skills. I love training here and I’m enjoying my Jiu-Jitsu journey at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in Nipomo.

Bret Brown
2025-04-30

I had the opportunity to train with Jeff Martinez (owner of Gracie Jiu Jitsu Nipomo) for a number of years and I can't recommend him enough. Jeff makes you feel welcome, is highly knowledgable and trained, has a deep understanding of Jiu Jitsu, and consistently provided a safe and effective learning environment. I always appreciated Jeff's focus on practical self defense techniques over competition BJJ. His instructions were focused and he breaks things down into digestible chunks. Most importantly, Jeff is super positive and has a growth mindset for all of his students! I highly recommend training at his gym!

Frequently Asked Questions

IS THERE A FREE TRIAL CLASS?

Absolutely. We invite all prospective students to try their first class free at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo. 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! Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo 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 Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo 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.