Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 360 6th St, Hollister, CA 95023
About
Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and wrestling programs, including a kids Jiu-Jitsu program and BJJ classes. Classes also include self-defense as part of the training. The academy is described as high-energy, with training that is intense and fun to keep students motivated.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu states that its goal is to create successful students through Jiu-Jitsu classes and that martial arts classes are viewed as a stepping stone to an improved lifestyle. The program focuses on traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with traditional discipline and classic techniques taught with a modern approach. Instructors are described as devoted to development on and off the mat, creating a supportive and challenging learning environment and tailoring their approach to each individual. They are also described as prioritizing safety and ensuring techniques are learned and practiced in a safe and controlled manner. The academy notes that students are challenged to transform stress into focus and competitive spirit, and that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers benefits to character including respect, integrity, confidence, and resilience. The program highlights that, regardless of age, physique, or martial arts experience, students will find their place within the community, and that students uplift each other and are united by a passion for training and a positive lifestyle change. Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu describes itself as a high-energy academy that embraces self-improvement and healthy competition, with a top-rated kids Jiu-Jitsu program and a wide selection of affordable classes. A limited time offer of a free trial class is available. Early morning and evening classes are available for working adults.
Owner and head coach Jose Leon began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2010 and received his black belt in 2017 under Professor Claudio França. Notable wins in his competition record include IBJJF Master’s Worlds and IBJJF Pans, and he is an IBJJF No Gi World’s bronze medalist. Jose Leon opened Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2019 with an initial base of 30 students, which grew to 150 students. This growth led to an expansion to a bigger building in August 2020, and the academy later expanded that building and added wrestling programs.
Reviews describe fellow students as helpful and friendly and say that everyone became very close quickly, with one reviewer encouraging others to “sign up, become part of our family.” One parent notes that Jose is very patient with the children and able to control the group of kids, calling it the best move they have made for their child. Another review mentions “non stop action and quality training everyday of the week” and describes the program as great for kids of all ages, with schedules that work for real families and early morning and evening classes for working adults. Other reviewers describe Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as the best school they have trained at, say that the atmosphere is great and that everyone there is like family, and describe the coach as very experienced and a great teacher. Multiple reviewers refer to Professor Jose as a world-class instructor, an excellent teacher, and a successful competitor who focuses on details and takes his time with every student, with one reviewer saying they look forward to many years of training with the Hollister BJJ team and that the academy is just getting started.
Last updated July 13, 2026.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu states that its goal is to create successful students through Jiu-Jitsu classes and that martial arts classes are viewed as a stepping stone to an improved lifestyle. The program focuses on traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with traditional discipline and classic techniques taught with a modern approach. Instructors are described as devoted to development on and off the mat, creating a supportive and challenging learning environment and tailoring their approach to each individual. They are also described as prioritizing safety and ensuring techniques are learned and practiced in a safe and controlled manner. The academy notes that students are challenged to transform stress into focus and competitive spirit, and that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers benefits to character including respect, integrity, confidence, and resilience. The program highlights that, regardless of age, physique, or martial arts experience, students will find their place within the community, and that students uplift each other and are united by a passion for training and a positive lifestyle change. Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu describes itself as a high-energy academy that embraces self-improvement and healthy competition, with a top-rated kids Jiu-Jitsu program and a wide selection of affordable classes. A limited time offer of a free trial class is available. Early morning and evening classes are available for working adults.
Owner and head coach Jose Leon began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2010 and received his black belt in 2017 under Professor Claudio França. Notable wins in his competition record include IBJJF Master’s Worlds and IBJJF Pans, and he is an IBJJF No Gi World’s bronze medalist. Jose Leon opened Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2019 with an initial base of 30 students, which grew to 150 students. This growth led to an expansion to a bigger building in August 2020, and the academy later expanded that building and added wrestling programs.
Reviews describe fellow students as helpful and friendly and say that everyone became very close quickly, with one reviewer encouraging others to “sign up, become part of our family.” One parent notes that Jose is very patient with the children and able to control the group of kids, calling it the best move they have made for their child. Another review mentions “non stop action and quality training everyday of the week” and describes the program as great for kids of all ages, with schedules that work for real families and early morning and evening classes for working adults. Other reviewers describe Hollister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as the best school they have trained at, say that the atmosphere is great and that everyone there is like family, and describe the coach as very experienced and a great teacher. Multiple reviewers refer to Professor Jose as a world-class instructor, an excellent teacher, and a successful competitor who focuses on details and takes his time with every student, with one reviewer saying they look forward to many years of training with the Hollister BJJ team and that the academy is just getting started.
Last updated July 13, 2026.
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