Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club

Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club offers Kids Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense classes, and private lessons. Its kids program includes Gi and No-Gi options, and the class schedule includes Toddlers Gi, Kids Gi, Teens Gi, Toddlers No-Gi, Kids No-Gi, and Teens No-Gi classes.

Programs

• Kids Jiu-Jitsu — 3-18 · Mon-Sat, recurring classes with Gi and No-Gi options
• Adults Jiu-Jitsu — Adults · Mon-Sat, recurring classes
• No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu — All ages · Recurring classes
• Private Lessons — All ages · By appointment
• Self-Defense — All ages · Recurring classes

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• General schedule: Toddlers Gi (3-5yo), Kids Gi (6-9yo), Kids Gi (9-12yo), Teens Gi (13yo+), Toddlers No-Gi (3-5yo), Kids No-Gi (6-9yo), Kids No-Gi (9-12yo), Teens No-Gi (13yo+), Adult Gi, Adult No-Gi, Open Mat
• Facility hours: Mon-Fri 6:00 am-8:00 pm; Sat 8:00 am-11:00 am; Sun 10:00 am-11:00 am

About the provider

Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club was established in 2015. It describes its mission as cultivating the balance between Jiu-Jitsu and overall wellness. The program serves Del Mar, Solana Beach, Carmel Valley, Encinitas, and nearby communities.

New students and parents are directed to review dojo rules; classes begin with a formal bow to the professor; bow when entering/leaving the mat; remove jewelry before training; no shoes, food, or drinks on the mat; cell phones on silent; no outside coaching; arrive prepared with clean gear.

What families say

“The best! The instructors here have been so amazing with our 3 and 6 year olds! They are so at ease with handling them even when they’re cranky or crying… something I have only seen from preschool teachers! Our kids are super motivated and want to go all the time… and the instruction seems SO good. We’re excited to continue our journey here!” — Amber P.

“Our five-year-old daughter has been doing jiu-jitsu here for a few months now and we absolutely love it. We love that she really likes all of her instructors and she feels excited to go each time. The schedule is awesome because you can go up to six days a week, as opposed to many children’s programs that just offer one day a week for a class.” — Michelle H.

“Del Mar Jiu Jitsu Club has hands down the best atmosphere I've ever experienced. The instructors are world-class — knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping you improve. Since joining, my technique, confidence, and overall mindset have leveled up in ways I didn't expect.” — Cami C.

Last updated October 8, 2026.