Optimus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Optimus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers Adult Jiu-Jitsu, Kids Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and an Intro Class for beginners. Adult Jiu-Jitsu includes leverage, control, escapes, submissions, self-defense, and mat confidence in a structured Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. Kids Jiu-Jitsu includes confidence, focus, respect, discipline, coordination, and practical self-defense habits. The program states that new beginner classes start every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, and complete beginners usually start with an intro class.

Programs

• Adult Jiu-Jitsu — Adults · Learn leverage, control, escapes, submissions, self-defense, and mat confidence in a structured Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program.
• Kids Jiu-Jitsu — Children and families · Help kids build confidence, focus, respect, discipline, coordination, and practical self-defense habits.
• MMA — Train striking fundamentals, movement, timing, conditioning, and martial arts skills that complement Jiu-Jitsu.
• Intro Class — Beginners · Your first private introduction. Learn basic movement, expectations, and how to join group classes safely.

At a glance

• General schedule: New beginner classes start every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Complete beginners usually start with an intro class. Adults can then move into adult Jiu-Jitsu or MMA, while children can begin with kids Jiu-Jitsu.
• Facility hours: 8:00 am-8:30 pm M-F; 9:00 am-2:00 pm Sat

About the provider

The academy was established in 2011 and is led by Professor Grant Collins. The coaching team includes Professor Zach Wolivar, Professor Adrian Cisneros, Professor Caleb, and Coach Forrest Chang. The mission statement says the program aims to help students become stronger, calmer, more disciplined, and more capable on and off the mat. Professor Grant Collins is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Mauricio “Tinguinha” Mariano and holds a fourth degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, and a first degree black belt in Hapkido. The page states over 30 BJJ titles, including 2x Pan American Bronze, 1x Pan American Silver, 2x IBJJF Nationals Gold, and 2x SJJIF World Championships Gold.

• Open training times — Listed on the class schedule page.

Beginner note says complete beginners should start with a free intro class. The academy describes beginner-friendly coaching, structured classes, and a respectful academy culture.

What families say

“This school feels so Zen! Love the instructors, the people are welcoming and the place is so clean! Always feel comfortable here. Thank you for having us Professor Grant ! 💗🔥” — Marilyn Coronado

“I cannot recommend Optimus highly enough. Far and away the best sport/activity we have ever done with our 3 kids! The coaching staff is excellent and professor Grant runs a very professional, clean and organized gym, not to mention he is amazing with kids.” — Tim Brooks

“It is best place for kids” — Amin Zarif

Last updated October 14, 2026.