Adult Classes

Adult classes all provide a fun, fast-paced and vigorous workout. We teach a complete system of self-defense utilizing proven grappling (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), throwing (Judo) and kickboxing techniques.

Beginning Jiu-Jitsu

This class is designed for the entry level practitioner with a focus on self-defense techniques. Basic throws, striking, ground grappling and submissions are covered in this class. Classes are one hour long and follow four phases.

1. Warm up: At the beginning of class we go through a series of stretches and calisthenics designed to condition the body for the application of BJJ techniques.
2. Techniques: Students are taught and given time to practice the techniques of BJJ.
3. Application: Students practice applying the techniques they have learned in controlled positional drills against an unwilling opponent that maximizes mat time. This is essential for development in BJJ.
4. Cool down: Classes are ended with a light cool down and stretch.

Advanced Jiu-Jitsu

After grasping the basic techniques of BJJ and demonstrating fundamental mat awareness, students are graduated to the advanced class. This process takes 4-8 months. In this class student work more positional studies and advanced techniques.

1. Warm up: At the beginning of class we go through a series of stretches and calisthenics designed to condition the body for the application of BJJ techniques.
2. Techniques: Students are taught and given time to practice advanced techniques and combinations.
3. Application: In the advanced class the students are given more freedom to apply the techniques they learn in a free-sparring session. This is crucial to develop a smooth flow from position to position against an unwilling opponent.
4. Cool down: Classes are ended with a light cool down and stretch.

Judo

Gracie Barra Costa Mesa in partnership with Orange County Judo Training Center offers classes in the martial art and Olympic sport of Judo. Led by Head Instructor, Juan Montenegro our students have the opportunity to learn from a well respected instructor with more than 20 years of teaching experience in Orange County California.

Gracie Barra Costa Mesa is proud to partner with Orange County Judo Training Center. Our joint efforts, bring the highest quality of martial arts training to our members, and affords them the opportunity to crosstrain in Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at our facility. Judo practices are held after Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, making it more convenient for our students to participate and benefit from learning these two time-honored martial arts.

Competition Team Training

These classes are scheduled based on upcoming tournaments. There are classes for kids and adults. It is recommended that students that are competing in tournaments make these workouts sessions. These classes have a focus on tournament strategies and techniques, with rigorous sparring session that will help to prepare the student for competition.

Fight Team Training

This is an advanced MMA workout. Six months to one year of training in kickboxing and jiu-jitsu is recommended. Fight team training sessions are scheduled based on upcoming events.