North Park Jiu Jitsu is a great place to go to for any skill set. You can walk in as a beginner and feel welcomed and treated safe as if you’re one of their own! Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, women’s class, and kids there’s something for everyone!

Absolutely a go. This gym take good care of students. Coach details skills very well with various options no matter if you are a beginner of experienced. The most important one, all of the students here respect each other. For family and kids, this is the best friendly place to hang out. They have female class also for self defense. On competition base, they strongly support and instruct student well both on mat and fight. I had my time here a year and half, this place made me another home.

I am in my mid 40s and started my Brazilian Jujitsu journey about 3 years ago. When I started, I had plantar fasciitis, sciatica issues, and limited mobility. My intention was to find an alternative to typical CrossFit or High Interval Training style gyms with less impact on my knees and back. A friend introduced me to BJJ and I took my first class at North Park. I did sign up and trained at two affiliate BJJ gyms because of their locations. My training was very sporadic and inconsistent at these locations. Due to unforeseen circumstances I needed to join a new gym. I sign up with NP in 2020 and it has been the best thing that has happen to me. I am consistent and attend training regularly. The instructor at the gym are world class athletes and always willing to assist everyone on their individual BJJ journey. Everyone at the gym is helpful and supportive. My intention was to find a way to improve my physical heath when I stated to BJJ. I have loss weight, improved my conditioning, improved mental health, and improved flexibly and range of motion. I have made tons of new friends young and old. I found my home gym at North Park BJJ and bless to be part of family.

When I moved to California from the south, my biggest goal was to find a jiu jitsu gym that is gi focused, technical, and most importantly female friendly. I have felt incredibly welcomed and respected across the board here, the staff knew my name the first week I trained, and there’s a female instructor, and all girls class, and a super female supportive environment all around. The instruction is very technical and the instructors do a great job teaching at every level. I’m pretty new at the sport and have felt like I know whats going on 😂 I’m super thrilled to have found NPBJJ and plan on training here for a very long time.

Highly recommend it!!! Its a great place to train with great instructors who are focused on making you understand Jiu Jitsu and put you in a position to be able to perform at your best. Also, everyone is super nice with an awesome vibe and have only your best interest at heart.Cheers!!!

My experience training at NPBJJ has been fantastic. The coaches and staff have found a great balance of laid back vibe and formal/traditional training styles. The gym is very welcoming to new students and won’t try to “sales guy” you if you try a free class. 5/5

Thinking of taking up BJJ, thinking of getting better in terms of health and self awareness? Then this is the academy for you!I couldn’t have imagined the amount of generosity and positive vibes I received when I first started here and still when I go and train. This place makes you feel like family. And I don’t what makes you work harder than family ☺️🙏🏼Amazing academy, amazing Staff, Amazing Coaches, truly delivering amazing Brazilian juijitsu!

Awesome place. My daughter loved it here special thanks to coach Dana, Audric and Joe!!!

I’ve done martial arts for most of my life, and when I moved to San Diego, I decided to look for a good place to learn BJJ near my home. Ive been to good schools, and bad ones; North Park is a great one. My classmates have really become a family, and the staff really cares about you achieving your potential. It’s a great place to learn to your own level—it provides equal benefits to those looking to win competitions, as well as those looking to break out of their shell, or maybe just looking for a new hobby. The staff is incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and encourages questions. You’ll learn BJJ the right way, in a friendly and low pressure environment. If you’re in the military, it’s particularly great. There’s a solid military discount, and it’s a great place to “turn off” the military life. I’d say 30-40% of the students are in the military, but you’d never realize it. No one will be compulsively thanking you for your service or looking at you like you might have ptsd. In short—great value, high quality education in a fun environment.

Went to a free trial class and while the kids enjoyed it the complete lack of Covid protocols make us too uncomfortable to continue. No masks on teachers or the students in an enclosed and stuffy room is just not for us right now. Be prepared for that going in, we had no idea it would be that way. For some people, however, this is probably exactly what you and your kids need. For us, vaccinated or not, it’s too soon to be this close to other people, especially given who else we could potentially expose.

Stopped in for gi and no gi jitz classes while in town. Super safe rolls and everyone was nice, helpful and knowledgeable. Will definitely be stopping by next time I’m in the area!

North Park BJJ has been a great experience the past month. I had no experience on the mats before joining and only a month in I feel like I have learned a lot and have been exposed to high-level movements and techniques. The professors are highly knowledgeable in a multitude of techniques from jiu-jitsu, wrestling, and self-defense. They follow a curriculum that allows you to understand the chosen move thoroughly, before moving on. After the class, you can roll/spar with quality training partners for 30min to an hour. If you commit to the art you will be able to grow exponentially here at North Park BJJ. 100% recommend.

North Park BJJ is perhaps one of the most friendliest BJJ communities I have met, Professor Mike, Professor Paulete, and Professor Audric take their teaching very serious. Throughout my time of training here theyve showed me so much about the art of BJJ and a way to keep my mentality good. I had anxiety and some other stuff for a while and they taught me to remain calm even in the worse situations. Overall I will be coming back. This is a community well worth your time.

I have been with NPBJJ now for almost a year and has been some of the best instruction and training I have had during my 5 years of training Jiu jitsu. All the training partners are great and everyone is eager to learn and make others better. Everyone has been super friendly and there is no ego, everyone there just loves training Jiu jitsu. If you’re looking for a great place to train with awesome instruction in a fun/clean environment, look no further.

Jiu-jitsu at NorthparkBJJ is a welcoming experience to all levels but if you are especially interested in modern cunning edge technique that will turn your game into a cold, calculated series of relentless attacks and counters then you may want to come by...

Great Jiu Jitsu gym! Went in for the 730AM class and everyone was so welcoming. The class focused on one specific position which was really helpful and informative. Will definitely stop here again when I visit San Diego!

I was visiting San Diego and called NorthPark BJJ asking if I could attend their 730 Friday class. Rob was very welcoming and Professor Mike was interactive throughout the class. Great school and friendly people Ill definitely be stopping by again.

This is the perfect place to learn the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Im really glad I signed up with this gym. All the instructors here are knowledgeable and technical, always giving great advice. The instructors are really patient and personable as well, your not just a number in their class. I really like the overall environment, Im a beginner and I dont feel intimated at all. Everyone here is always willing to help and teach others. I definitely recommend North Park BJJ!!! Trust me, you wont be disappointed.

This place rocks! Big, clean facility. Very welcoming instructors. I highly recommend North Park Jiu-Jitsu to beginners and seasoned athletes alike!!!

Dope spot, used to bring my 3 yr old to train in the toddlers class but he wasn’t as focused as his older 7 yr old bro. My eldest looks forward to coming hearing all the time, we’re gonna start committing at least 4 days a week in July consistently moving forward because the classes are that comprehensive. Coach Paulette is really great with the kids and knows how to connect with the kids and get them to pay attention and focus in class.

I was not allowed to train here. I was told one of the owners doesnt like me. As I remember I actually coached this guy to a victory at 2013 pan am . I honestly cant think of any reason he wouldnt like me; other than the fact that I used to beat him all the time with relative ease . Also, the location is not in North Park. It is in City Heights.

I normally never ever leave reviews, so this is kind of a big deal for me. North park bjj is just that awesome I had to let it be know. The people here are awesome, much like finding the perfect pair of jeans one that fits just right this gym has a eclectic collection of professors and students that has make this gym just right for me. Come check it out you will not be disappointed.

Do it! Go train. This place is GREAT. Read further for details.Just wrapped up a session at North Park Brazillian Jui Jitsu and I can recommend this place strongly, without hesitation as your primary training center or your go to place for a drop in session as you travel through for work, vaca or whatever brings you to SanDiego.I travel a-lot for work and get opportunities to roll at different gyms nationally and internationally. I can say North Park was exceptionally welcoming. Everyone was friendly, willing to train hard, work hard, teach and learn. Jamie Reynoso was the instructor tonight and the instruction was clear with logical progression. I got a chance to roll with him. He is a monster. I never once felt like things were out of control or that i was at risk.Also, props to their purple belt that was finishing the kids class on my arrival at the gym. He had clear expectations, class control and demonstrated what seemed to be infinite patience.Thanks you guys and i hope to return before i fly out.

I came in just to have my little one, Kaia who is 8yrs old, to learn self defense and discipline. The people here are super friendly and knowledgeable and suggested I train along with my daughter for encouragement. Three months later and 20lbs less I can honestly say this was the best thing that has happened to someone over 40 and I recommend this for all ages! This school has top notch professors in Mike and the rest of the coaches!

I highly recommend this place to everyone! Im so glad I found this school! The coaches and the students were very welcoming, patient, and knowledgeable. I will definitely be training there in the future because of the great atmosphere and the high quality coaching. I think North Park Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a great place for people of any age and level of experience to learn the art of BJJ.

If youre young/old, trying to get in shape, or have desires to compete this school will have something for you. Gym has a very friendly and unintimidating atmosphere. The head instructor, Mike is a great teacher and knowledgeable. He is very detailed in his instruction that it makes learning the art perfect for slow learners like myself. Highly recommended.

Great place to train Instructor Tama is very knowledgeable and funny . Laid back atmosphere and very cool friendly people .I travel a lot from the east coast to west and been to several different gyms. Hands will come back for another visit when in town ! Thanks Guys and Gals for having me .

I have been training at North Park Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as soon as it opened. I live 5 minutes from the gym. This place has a very good chill vibes in regards with the teachers and students. Very friendly atmosphere. If you want to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and self defense stop by and give them a try.

Great training for adults. Between Coach Jim, Prof. Jaime, Prof. Johnny and Prof Mike, youll learn dynamic and effective BJJ techniques. The Kids classes are amazing. Positive and well organized by Coach Paulete. Great and friendly community!

Ive been training in Jiu-jitsu for 7-8 years so I know what Im looking for in a gym when I first walk into a new place. The things I look for are a clean Gym, good instructors who know what theyre talking about when they show a move and most important to me is chill training partners who are not trying to take your head off. North park Jiu-Jitsu checks all my boxes for training at a new gym, and cant beat the prices too

Very well maintained gym with friendly staff and training partners! I dropped in once while in San Diego for work and hope to become a regular visitor!

Love this place, the more jiu jitsu in North Park the better! Great, central location and extremely knowledgeable black belts so youre definitely in good hands. So happy to have a legit BJJ gym in my neighborhood now! If you want to train in North Park, Ill see you there!

Great instructors and good people, wether you are just learning or you need to sharpen your skills with a great workout

I started jiu jitsu about 6 months ago, and it has completely changed my life. I visited a few different places before I found North Park BJJ, and it is definitely the best instruction and community that I found. I leave each training session with such a positive feeling and strong motivation for the next class. I encourage everyone to at least give NP BJJ a try, given the impact it has had on me.

Getting to roll and learn new moves all while getting a great work out.

Professor Michael Cusi, the Head Instructor at North Park BJJ, is truly one of the best kept secrets when it comes to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructors in San Diego. I fully intended on this being just a hobby... when I started with Professor Cusi, but 5+ years of training, a purple belt, and a masters division world championship title later I can honestly say that Professor Cusi taught me more than Jiu Jitsu he introduced me to the BJJ lifestyle. Im over 40 and in the best shape of my life and my daily BJJ workout is the best part of my day!

The instructors are super patient and really helpful. Getting my ass kicked has never been so much fun.