Renzo Gracie Los Angeles

Renzo Gracie Los Angeles offers martial arts classes that include Little Lions martial arts classes, Junior Lions martial arts classes, Teens Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, and an Executive Martial Arts Program. The program includes martial arts and fitness options for all ages and offers an Executive Martial Arts Program for professionals seeking physical resilience, stress relief, and mental clarity. Facilities for this program include outdoor space, showers, and lockers, and are described as clean and accessible.

• Ages: 5–18 years old

The leadership team includes Professor Jaime Mendez (Head Owner and Jiu Jitsu/Muay Thai Instructor), Professor Armand Rivers (Jiu Jitsu Instructor), Professor Henry Kim (BJJ Head Comp Coach), Coach Fannie (Head Muay Thai Instructor), Coach Nate (Muay Thai Instructor), Coach Sam (Muay Thai Instructor), Professor Albert Andrade (Fundamental Jiu Jitsu Instructor), Professor Ilia (Jiu Jitsu & MMA Instructor), Professor Michael Aghajanian (Jiu Jitsu Instructor), Coach Jessica Dylan (Kid’s Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai Instructor), Coach Wasly (Jiu Jitsu Instructor), Coach Saira (Kids Jiu Jitsu Coach), Coach Rafael Gutierrez (Muay Thai Instructor), Coach Jon Quero (BJJ Assistant Comp Coach), and Coach Erick Quero (BJJ Assistant Comp Coach). Professor Ilia has years of experience in jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, and MMA. The program states that it is “a family, not a gym,” and that all members are considered family, with constant contact and a very welcoming atmosphere. The program notes LGBTQ friendliness and support from fellow students and coaches for AIDSLife Cycle fundraising.

Parents and students describe the environment as welcoming, respectful, and professional, and several refer to it as a second home or happy place. Multiple testimonials mention friendly and knowledgeable staff, detailed instruction, and a variety of belt levels training together. Reviews highlight the outdoor training space, the availability of showers and lockers, and the clean and accessible facilities. Testimonials also mention long-term membership, growth in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and positive experiences with specific instructors and coaches.

Last updated July 1, 2026.